Super Good Camping Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Journey Into the Wild: Towing Adventure with the Subaru Forester Colleen and Jonny popped by for a chat about all things cool/Kuehl. They backpack, hike, overland, canoe trip, long, short, whatever. They really want to get out there. They'll do it any available way. They also have a wonderful channel on YouTube and host a fantastic live stream on Thursdays titled "Campin...

Send us Fan Mail Capturing the Great Outdoors: Photography for Campers Welcome to another episode of the SuperGoodCamping podcast, where today’s focus is on a topic that combines the serenity of nature with the art of capturing moments: photography in camping. Our hosts, Pamela and Tim, delve into the myriad aspects of outdoor photography, discussing the tools and techniques that help preserve you...

Send us Fan Mail Exploring the Great Outdoors: Photography, Fat Biking, and Canoe Paddling Today's guest, Ron Breault AKA Swifty Paddler, has been one of our favourite follows on Instagram for quite a while. He takes beautiful landscape shots, usually with the sun or moon in the shot and a canoe and paddle. Mostly, he solo canoes through central and northern Ontario, with plenty of forays int...

Send us Fan Mail What is a portage?  How do you find it? How do you stay on trail? How much fun are they? Usually not a lot ;) Adam Shoalts has literally dragged his canoe across many kilometers of "portage" on the trip that became his book Beyond The Trees. For most canoe trippers, portages are a necessary evil. They're often mucky and buggy, always sweaty and time consuming. But,...

Send us Fan Mail Embracing the Wilderness – The Joys of Camping in Ontario "You never feel more alive than when you're on the ragged edge of what's possible." Join us for an absolutely wonderful chat with Chris & Julia Prouse, the proud record holders for the fastest time completing the Meanest Link canoe route in Algonquin Park - expedition style. No support. No food drops...

Send us Fan Mail Listen in while we talk about effective (and some not so effective) ways to enjoy a bug-lite camping trip this year. Pamela is a bug magnet, so you might want to heed her advice. :) Bite Back: Effective Strategies for a Bug-Free Camping Adventure In this buzz-worthy episode of the Super Good Camping podcast, your outdoor guides, Pamela and Tim, delve into the itchy world of insect...

Send us Fan Mail If you ever wanted to spend a day hanging out with like minded people chatting about winter camping or backcountry canoe camping in Ontario, one of David Bain's symposiums (symposiae?) is the ticket for you. He created and heads the Ontario Winter Camping Symposium and the Ontario Backcountry Canoe Symposium. A retired teacher, he's seldom at a loss for words. Certainly...

Send us Fan Mail  Today, we dive into the joyful world of group camping, exploring how to make your next outdoor adventure with friends and family unforgettable. It can be a ton of fun going camping with family, friends, or work colleagues.  But, first, you need to: Choose a coordinator. Decide what style of group camping - multi site or one huge site? Where are we going? Who's bringing the g...

Send us Fan Mail Mike Schreiner rocks! He paddles Temagami with his 16 year old daughter. Jumps on a train & heads into Wabakimi. Paddles the Humber River. Paddles out of his back yard! Seriously?! Come on a journey with a great guy that camps in every form, bikes, hikes, and plans trips around charging stations for his electric car. You can learn more about him here: https://gpo.ca/mike-schre...

Send us Fan Mail You need to be prepared for an accident! It's highly recommended that you take a basic first aid course and a CPR course for your everyday life. Pamela and Tim from supergoodcamping.com emphasize the importance of first aid training for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly those involved in camping and backcountry activities. They advocate for not only basic first aid and CPR co...

Send us Fan Mail It is Canada's largest showcase of outdoor gear, an annual pilgrimage for many of us with camping on our minds. Fred Cox has an extremely detailed chat with us about how he started the show 25 years ago and continues to this year's fantastic offering.  His passion is obvious, and he also shares a couple of great stories along the way. Keep an ear open for the gigantic po...

Send us Fan Mail We thought that you, our valued listener, might be interested in hearing about our podcast journey so far. Pamela & Tim chat about the idea to start it and Tim's initial resistance, our willy nilly publishing schedule in the early days, the fact that Pamela did EVERYTHING for the first year and a half, and our introduction and love of guest episodes. Speaking of publishin...

Send us Fan Mail The Heart of Adventure: Dennis Rogers on Building a Community in the Great Outdoors Welcome back to the SuperGoodCamping podcast! In this week’s episode, Pamela & Tim sit down with Dennis Rogers, a pillar of the Canadian outdoor adventure community & the creative force behind a YouTube channel. Here are the highlights from their fascinating conversation: Guest Introduction...

Send us Fan Mail Mastering the Art of Camping Trip Planning The Essentials When do you want to go? Where do you want to go? What are some of the things you should look for in a park and campsite? Should you have a backup plan? When should you book your trip? Welcome back, outdoor enthusiasts! In this episode of the Super Good Camping podcast, your trusted hosts, Pamela and Tim, dive deep into the...

Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Pamela and Tim from Super Good Camping as they dive into the frosty world of winter camping with the seasoned expert, Camper Christina. Christina shares her extensive knowledge and passion for four-season camping, discussing her successful winter backcountry camping course and the impact it’s having on the camping community. Episode Highlights: Christina’s Winter Backco...

Send us Fan Mail Day 3 of a 2 night/3 day fall trip to Kawartha Highlands. Packed out wet. Had a great lunch on our way home @canoeandpaddle in Lakefield. Ran into a wee transportation issue on our way home. This is the final trip log for our Kawartha Highlands backcountry trip, and our final trip log for 2022. Unless we go winter camping. :) We hope that you've enjoyed the series. Let us kno...

Send us Fan Mail  “Camping Conundrums: Preparing for the Unpredictable” Welcome back, outdoor enthusiasts, to another episode of the Super Good Camping podcast with your favorite wilderness duo, Pamela and Tim! In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the great outdoors’ not-so-great moments and how to handle them with humor and smarts. Let’s dive into our campsite of wisdom! Main Themes: Bug Battles :...

Send us Fan Mail Day 2 of a 2 night/3 day fall trip to Kawartha Highlands.  More rain. We checked out a nice, secluded site on Secret Lake & found it empty with the fire still burning. :( On a happy note: we ate well! Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergo...

Send us Fan Mail Day 1 of a 2 night/3 day fall trip to Kawartha Highlands. We saw a heron in flight just above the water - massive wing span! Enjoyed some fire cooked steak & some interesting tarp "pole" rigging. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@su...

Send us Fan Mail Show Notes for Super Good Camping Podcast Episode: “Campfire Stories with Kevin Outdoors” Welcome back, campers! In today’s episode, your adventurous hosts Pamela and Tim sit around the virtual campfire with special guest Kevin Ride, also known as Kevin Outdoors, to delve into the world of camping, outdoor skills, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Main Themes of Today’s Episo...

Send us Fan Mail Now that the French River trip logs are finished, what did you think? We have one more set of trip logs to publish. A fall canoe trip to Kawartha Highlands for an extended weekend. This one went, mostly, according to plan. ;) It will start a 3 week run on Wednesdays on November 23, 2022. Follow our journey & let us know how you liked it. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUP...

Send us Fan Mail A damp morning, another great Kevin Ride recipe, a tailwind!, burgers and a long drive home. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENs...

Send us Fan Mail Pamela and Tim offer up some holiday gift suggestions for your favourite camper.  Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM...

Send us Fan Mail A gorgeous sunrise, lots of paddling, a wrong turn, 3 portages, and a great site for our last night on the French River. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/cha...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do if the wind is too much when you're backcountry camping and you're supposed to be paddling?  You adapt and adjust.  Listen in to see how it's going on the French River.   Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodca...