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
Explore Winter Wonderlands Across Canada BRMB Team February 1, 2023 Canada offers countless winter recreation opportunities from ice skating to fat biking along snow covered trails. Continue reading
Warm Up With These Winter Camping Tips! BRMB Team November 16, 2021 Whether you are ringing in the New Year with friends surrounded by fabulous scenery, travelling on a budget, or planning a multi-day backcountry adventure, camping during winter can be just as comfortable and enjoyable as any other season! Instead of packing up your camping gear for the season, pack up a few essential items and get ready for some awesome … Continue reading
Top 10 Must-Ski Spots in Ontario’s Cottage Country BRMB Team December 23, 2019 With winter getting into full swing, it;s time to strap on the cross-country skis and hit the trails! Check out our Top Picks for cross-country ski destinations across Ontario’s Cottage Country. Continue reading
Cottage Country’s Top 10 Fat Biking Destinations BRMB Team December 23, 2019 Winter is here and the snow is falling – time to start planning your fat bike adventures! Check out the following blog for our favourite places to cycle in the winter in Ontario’s Cottage Country. Continue reading
Ontario’s Best Winter Recreation Destinations BRMB Team December 23, 2019 Ontario is a huge province and there is no shortage of winter fun available once the snow falls. Check out our picks for the best places to get outside and explore this winter in Ontario. Continue reading
11 Must-Ski Trail Systems in the Thompson Okanagan BRMB Team December 23, 2019 The scenic vistas and peaceful forests of the Thompson Okanagan make the perfect setting for a cross-country ski adventure. Check out our top picks for the best places to hit the trails in the Thompson-Okanagan this winter! Continue reading
9 Places to Hit the Trails on Your Fat Bike This Winter in the Thompson Okanagan BRMB Team December 21, 2019 Fat Biking is growing in popularity across the country, and the Thompson Okanagan offers some of the best trails you will find anywhere! Check out the following blog for our top picks of fat biking destinations in the region. Continue reading
Vancouver, Coast and Mountains Winter Adventure Hot Spots BRMB Team December 20, 2019 While Vancouver does not usually get a lot of snow, the surrounding mountains are a winter adventure playground! Check out our list of top winter recreation destinations found just a short drive from the city. 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
BRMB Navigator and GPS Maps – Your Guide to Canada’s Best Winter Adventures BRMB Team November 9, 2018 For some Canadians, winter is a time to hide indoors and wait for the snow and cold weather to disappear. But for Backroad Mapbooks users, the winter season opens up a whole world of outdoor adventure, with opportunities for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking, backcountry skiing and snowboarding, dogsledding and downhill skiing found across the country. From casual skis along … Continue reading
Winter Travel Checklists (for Vehicle and Backcountry Travel) BRMB Team November 7, 2018 Backcountry travel takes a bit of preparation, no matter the season, because you always want to make sure that you are ready for whatever may happen. However, packing for a backcountry trip come wintertime requires a little extra attention. With below freezing temperatures, unpredictable blizzards and the possibility of avalanches, you do not want to head out for any winter … 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
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Guide to Winter Adventure BRMB Team October 29, 2018 Canada is known for its winters. While the length and strength of our snowy season varies from place to place, snow is a fact of life for nearly all Canadians. And rather than hide away from the elements, many Canadians choose to embrace winter and make the most of it through a wide range of outdoor activities. In BC, … Continue reading
Tips and Tricks For November Running BRMB Team October 25, 2018 The Move for Movember initiative is a campaign started by the Movember Foundation to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health and suicide prevention. The premise is simple – run or walk 60 km over the month of November, either by yourself or with friends or coworkers. Once you sign up online, you can call on friends and family … Continue reading
BC’s Powder Highway BRMB Team January 15, 2018 Tucked into British Columbia’s southeast corner, the Kootenay Rockies are home to an area revered by skiers from around the globe. The Powder Highway, as it is affectionately called, is home to 8 alpine ski resorts, 3 community ski clubs, 27 backcountry operators, 14 cat-ski operators, 18 heli-ski operators and 14 Nordic ski clubs. All of this adds up to … Continue reading
Top Five Rivers for Winter Steelhead Fishing in BC BRMB Team January 17, 2017 Anglers in BC know that some of the most exciting and rewarding winter sport in the province is for steelhead. To shed some light on BC’s world-famous steelhead fishery, we have put together some tips and pointers for winter steelhead fishing, as well as a list of the top five rivers in BC to drop a line. Continue reading
