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These stories related to the great outdoors, adventure sports and eco-tourism are made possible through the continued support of Lake Country Physiotherapy as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Behold 'beauty and wonder' of Canadian Shield (14 photos)

Cooper's Falls Trail boasts varied terrain that is 'just enough up and down climbing to make it interesting but not overly difficult,' says hiker

May 27, 2022 12:15 PM Read more >

Going with the flow is the secret for these paddlers (9 photos)

'There’s nothing like the satisfaction of picking a line down a rapid and nailing it,' says Tony Reid, a semi-retired doctor in his 70s. 'It’s challenging mentally and physically'

Apr 27, 2022 7:00 PM Read more >

Local woman inspired by nature, working for nature (5 photos)

Upon return to Orillia, Samantha Vessios 'got lost in nature and started to appreciate the things we pass by every day' and has turned that passion into a career

Mar 28, 2022 12:30 PM Read more >

Orillians find unique ways to get outside, support causes (9 photos)

Many people in the community relish a 'chance to get outside and breathe and blow some of the pandemic dust off,' says Mayor Steve Clarke

Feb 28, 2022 7:30 AM Read more >

Brewery Bay home to real-life storybook rink (3 photos)

Popular rink inspired by story in 'Mariposa' book by Jamie Lamb; Creating the rink gave Orillia man 'the purpose (he) was looking for'

Jan 24, 2022 2:45 PM Read more >

Make a New Year’s resolution to get out. Here’s some tips! (5 photos)

Despite the pandemic, columnist urges you to enjoy getting outdoors in the new year, maybe even making a resolution to give yourself a nature prescription

Dec 27, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Forest therapy is more than a walk in the woods

A forest therapy walk is about 'self-care. The idea is to take your time to open up all of your senses,' says local forest therapy guide

Nov 29, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Farm offers opportunity to hang out with alpacas (6 photos)

'If I’ve had a stressful day, I just come out here, feed them and hang out with them – it always makes me feel better,' says co-owner of Oro-Medonte estate

Oct 27, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

'Wild' cyclocross is not for those 'made of sugar' (11 photos)

'I just want to be part of it because it’s so much fun. I love the camaraderie and it’s such good exercise, it’s crazy,' said newcomer to unique sport

Sep 27, 2021 12:45 PM Read more >

'Kangoo' boot camp ideal way to jump back into exercise (4 photos)

Kangoo Boot Camp, offered at Tudhope Park, boasts fitness benefits of a boot camp in a fun environment; 'It's just a fun way to exercise,' says instructor

Aug 27, 2021 11:15 AM Read more >

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