Winter Hunting Across Canada BRMB Team February 2, 2023 Most hunters know that the winter season offers some incredible opportunities all across Canada, despite the cold weather. We have put together a list of the top species to target this winter, along with some tips and tricks to make the most of your winter hunting adventure! Continue reading
Wild Turkey Hunting Across Canada BRMB Team January 23, 2023 While the Wild Turkey all but disappeared from Southern Ontario in 1909 after being eliminated by unregulated hunting, they were reintroduced to the region in 1984. 30 years after they were reintroduced, the population has grown to an extremely impressive 100,000. Continue reading
The Ultimate New Brunswick Road Trip BRMB Team December 28, 2022 A New Brunswick road trip travels from the Appalachian Mountains in the north to the Bay of Fundy in the south, visiting waterfalls and cultural attractions while taking in spectacular scenery. Continue reading
The Ultimate Prince Edward Island Road Trip BRMB Team December 28, 2022 A Prince Edward Island road trip explores the red clay soil, sandy dune beaches and historic locations, home to Lucy Maude Montgomery. Continue reading
The Ultimate Nova Scotia Road Trip BRMB Team December 27, 2022 A Nova Scotia road trip leads adventurers to fossil sites, waterfalls, coastal trails, attractions all while traveling through spectacular scenery. Continue reading
Stay Safe and Have Fun on Your Next Snowmobile Trip with Backroad GPS Maps BRMB Team February 5, 2022 Get ready for your next snowmobiling adventure with Backroad GPS Maps! Our maps are designed for Garmin GPS units and offer real-time navigation and detailed topographical maps, making it easy to explore new trails and scenic spots. Find your way with ease and stay safe on the trails with Backroad Maps. Continue reading
Stranger Things you can find in Canada BRMB Team October 27, 2020 Should you stay in your regular adventure areas, or should you go and explore some of these unique places in Canada? This Halloween, discover the stranger things we have hiding in the backcountry of Canada. Continue reading
Canoeing Trips for Beginners BRMB Team October 2, 2020 – Guest Post by John Rivers – It’s Time to Explore the Outdoors! With the weather cooling down and fall in full swing, it’s time to fit in one last paddle of the year. This fall, if you’re looking for something new to add to your outdoor adventure bucket list, consider canoeing! A wonderful way to connect with nature and explore … Continue reading
Canadian Adventures to be Thankful For BRMB Team May 15, 2019 Before you dive into that stuffed Thanksgiving turkey, it’s time to have a toast and give thanks to the incredible opportunities we have here in Canada. Not only are we a diverse, welcoming and peaceful country, but we are also home to some of the best adventures in the entire world. With over 9.9 million km2 (3.8 million mi2 ) of breathtaking … Continue reading
Exploring Newfoundland by Canoe and Kayak BRMB Team March 19, 2019 Newfoundland and Labrador offer over 29,000 km (18,000 mi) of coastline to explore, packed with inlets, bays, fjords and islands, along with rivers and lakes that stretch across the entire province. From whales and icebergs to serene wetlands and trophy salmon fishing, there is never a dull moment while paddling Newfoundland’s many waterways. To get you better acquainted with this … Continue reading
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Trail Guide to Canada BRMB Team January 28, 2019 On New Brunswick’s rugged Atlantic Coast, the Fundy Footpath charts a course through some of the last remaining coastal wilderness areas on the east side of the continent. In Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Highlands National Park, terraced boardwalks lead to viewpoints over the winding coastline, with the Atlantic Ocean disappearing into the horizon beyond. In Ontario, trails lead to the … Continue reading
The Best Hunting in Canada From Coast to Coast BRMB Team January 16, 2019 From the majestic moose to the elusive white-tailed deer, Canada is full of incredible hunting, with a unique opportunity found in every corner of the country. This year, we’re looking to cross off a few Canadian hunting adventures off our bucket list, and you can see what we have our sights set on in the following blog. Continue reading
CANADA’S BEST OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES BRMB Team January 14, 2019 Canada is full of roads and trails that are perfect for off-roading, with world-class four-wheel drive terrain found from coast to coast. This year, why not cross a few must-do off-road routes off your bucket list? To get you started, we’ve put together the following list. Continue reading
Polar Bear Dips Across Canada BRMB Team December 31, 2018 Although it may sound crazy, thousands of sound-minded Canadians choose to ring in the new year by taking a Polar Bear Dip on January 1st. Plunging into freezing waters from coast to coast, Polar Bear Dips are not only the most refreshing way to ring in the new year, they also raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity. Here is where to find a Polar Bear Dip near you. Continue reading
Spend your New Year’s Eve in Canada’s Great Outdoors! BRMB Team December 31, 2018 Wow, what a year! With 2019 nearly upon us, it’s time to reflect on all the awesome adventures we have had in 2018, and to look ahead to a full year of exploring the Canadian backcountry in 2019. For the BRMB team, 2018 has been full of everything from camping to ATVing, fishing, skiing and snowboarding, hiking and much more. … Continue reading
Beat the dog days of winter and have so mush fun dogsledding! BRMB Team December 6, 2018 In many parts of Canada, we are lucky enough to get to experience all four seasons at their most extreme. We get the blooming springs, hot summer sun, the flourishing fall colours, and of course cold snowy winters. With each season comes new opportunity to try new backcountry adventures, and there is no time better than winter to jump out … Continue reading
Beginners Guide to Snowshoeing and where you can try it in Canada BRMB Team December 6, 2018 Have your holiday treats and burn them off too, all while enjoying the outdoors! This winter, pick up a new-found skill: snowshoeing! With these simple tips and tricks for first timers and a peek at the best places to try it across Canada, you’ll be walking in a winter wonderland in no time. Continue reading
Cross-Country Skiing From Coast to Coast BRMB Team December 5, 2018 To celebrate one of our favourite winter activities, we have put together a list of some of the best places to cross-country ski across Canada, from British Columbia to the Maritimes! Continue reading
Winter Adventures Across Canada BRMB Team October 29, 2018 The seasons are changing, but that does not mean we have to stay indoors. Backroad Mapbooks has you covered for all seasons with our industry-leading maps and detailed Adventure listings, including the very best in winter adventure across the country. Continue reading
The Best Guided Sledding Adventures Across Canada BRMB Team October 10, 2018 With so much terrain to explore all across the country, planning your snowmobile adventure can be a daunting task – but hiring a professional snowmobile guide can take the stress out of your sledding, whether you are a first-timer looking for some pointers or an experienced rider searching for that hidden play area. To give you an idea of the … Continue reading
Snowmobile Lodging Across Canada BRMB Team October 9, 2018 With snowmobiling season just around the corner, many of us are already planning our winter sledding getaways. And with a developed trail network stretching from coast to coast, there are plenty of options to choose from across Canada when deciding on a vacation destination. Finding a place to spend the night that is snowmobile-friendly, however, can at times be a … Continue reading
Canada’s Most Exciting Hunting Adventures BRMB Team September 24, 2018 It’s no secret that Canada is full of amazing hunting opportunities. From the plentiful deer of the west coast to the legendary waterfowl of the prairies, the bears of the Ontario woods and the moose and caribou of Newfoundland, the hunt of a lifetime can be had no matter which part of the country you find yourself in. To celebrate … Continue reading
Northern Canada’s Most Exciting Hunts BRMB Team September 19, 2018 Canada’s north is a sprawling, wild region where wild animals often outnumber humans outside of major communities. The area’s abundant animal population has been sustaining the Inuit people for thousands of years, with hunting playing an integral role in their day-to-day lives. Animals such as polar bear, caribou and muskoxen are emblematic of the Northern territories, and for visiting hunters … Continue reading
Atlantic Canada’s Best Hunts BRMB Team September 17, 2018 There is a reason why so many Canadians enjoy hunting – disconnecting from the stresses of everyday life and spending a few hours or days in the backcountry can be downright therapeutic, regardless of whether you bag a game animal or not. But if you do, you can enjoy the freshest free-range meat available anywhere. Hunting is truly a Canadian tradition, and the eastern provinces offer some of the best opportunities in the country. From big ungulates such as moose and caribou to smaller game birds like pheasant and woodcock, there is a hunt to accommodate every taste in the Maritimes. To give you a sampling of what makes Atlantic Canada such a special place to hunt, here are our six favourite picks for hunting in the region. Continue reading
Canada’s Parks Day 2018 BRMB Team July 20, 2018 Each year millions of people from Canada and around the world head out to our incredible backcountry to enjoy our 39 breathtaking National Parks. With over 330,000 km2 (127,000 mi2) of land protected within our national park system, representing 30 distinct natural regions in every province and territory, these parks are a bottomless source of outdoor adventure. This Saturday, … Continue reading
BRMB’s Top 10 Picks: Hiking Trails in Eastern Canada BRMB Team July 20, 2018 From the lakeside lookouts, lush forests and Canadian Shield rock of Ontario to the panoramic ridges of Quebec and the rugged coast of the Maritimes, Eastern Canada offers an incredibly diverse landscape for hikers to explore. And while the eastern half of the country is full of trails, choosing the right one to hike can be daunting – that’s why … Continue reading
BRMB’s Top 10 Picks – ATVing in the Maritimes BRMB Team July 8, 2018 From rocky coastline to dense forest, wide-open farmland and towering high country, Atlantic Canada has a lot of different terrain to explore, and one of the best ways to do so is atop an ATV or Off-Highway Vehicle. The provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island are home to a dedicated community of ATV … Continue reading
Winter Wildlife Viewing Across Canada BRMB Team January 14, 2018 Winter has a varied effect on Canada’s furry and feathered residents. While some animals, such as bears, prefer to sleep it out and skip the season entirely, others, such as foxes and lynx thrive in the snowy wilderness. Birds, including owls and eagles, can be found throughout the country despite the cold, as can small mammals like otters and martens. … Continue reading
Canadian Bucket List Adventures BRMB Team January 4, 2018 Canada is full of one-of-a-kind adventures from coast to coast. No matter which type of adventurer you are, there are some places that you just have to see. To fill you in on a few of them, here is our list of Canadian bucket list adventures. Continue reading
Celebrating Canada’s Veterans BRMB Team November 9, 2017 At Backroad Mapbooks, we are immensely grateful for the freedom to go out and explore our beautiful outdoors. With this in mind, we have put together a list of some of Canada’s most spectacular and lesser known monuments to our esteemed veterans. Continue reading
Ghost Towns and Scenic Drives of Newfoundland BRMB Team October 24, 2017 There are over 600 abandoned fishing villages spread throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. While some have all but disappeared, others are remarkably well-preserved and offer a fascinating look into the past. You can find many of these Newfoundland ghost towns along scenic driving routes – here are a few we highly recommend. Newfoundland and Labrador is a vast and beautiful place, with huge stretches … Continue reading
Hunting For Ghost Towns Across Quebec BRMB Team October 10, 2017 It’s that time of year again – Halloween is just around the corner and our imaginations are turning to the spooky and supernatural. And what better way to celebrate All Hallow’s Eve than to combine it with some backroad exploring? All over Quebec, there are ghost towns that lie in various stages of decay – some are hardly recognizable, while … Continue reading
Tips for Fall Camping BRMB Team September 26, 2017 The days of fast and light summer camping are gone with the wind and it’s time to embrace the beauty of the changing season. Instead of packing up your camping gear, pack up some essential items to keep you camping comfortably right until the first snowfall. Here we’ve got a list of ideal essentials to bring on your fall camping trip this year! Continue reading
Casting a Line in Nova Scotia: BRMB’s Top 10 Fishing Hot Spots BRMB Team August 8, 2017 With thousands of lakes, over 100 rivers and a seemingly endless ocean coastline, Nova Scotia is an angling paradise. We’ve put together a Top 10 list of Nova Scotia Fishing Hot Spots to fill you in on the best places to catch salmon, brown trout, striped bass and more. Continue reading
New Brunswick’s Top Fishing Hotspots BRMB Team June 6, 2017 Between its rivers, lakes and expansive ocean coast, New Brunswick offers a ton of amazing angling opportunities. To celebrate the province’s fabulous fisheries, we have put together a short list of our favourite places to drop a line in this maritime marvel. Continue reading
Reel Your Kids into Fishing with Canada’s Learn to Fish Programs BRMB Team June 2, 2017 Get you and your kids hooked on fishing during license-free fishing weekends in various provinces across Canada. Although rules and regulations do still apply on these special weekends, you and your family will have the chance to learn a new skill while also enjoying some memorable time together! See the full schedule to see when your province is celebrating license-free fishing days! Continue reading
Make the Most of Winter in Atlantic Canada’s National Parks BRMB Team March 3, 2017 With spring right around the corner, there is not much time left to get out and enjoy the amazing winter recreation opportunities available in Atlantic Canada’s National Parks. From cross-country skiing to snowmobiling, ice-fishing and snowshoeing, we have put together an overview of the best things to see and do in Atlantic Canada’s National Parks this winter. Continue reading
Top 8 Family Friendly Hikes in Canada BRMB Team February 17, 2017 Many families live hectic lives, with working parents and kids involved in more than one activity, and rarely get a chance to even sit down for a meal together let alone spend the day. Luckily many provinces in Canada have set aside a Family Day, one statuatory holiday a year that you are guaranteed time to spend with the whole … Continue reading
8 Great Adventures to take Your Date on Valentine’s Day BRMB Team February 10, 2017 Looking for a way to really wow your date this Valentine’s Day? Nothing says romance better than a day spent with your loved one adventuring through the backcountry, so this Valentine’s Day tell your date to take a hike! Check out our favourite places in Canada for a whimsical winter date. Continue reading
