While being called lazy might be considered offensive to some, the Grand River doesn’t seem to mind. This Canadian Heritage River has some serious history and it’s in no big rush to change its ways. Connect with a local outfitter and glide its gentle currents by canoe, kayak, stand-up paddle board or river raft. Drop a line or throw a fly and try to tempt its bass, rainbow trout, brown trout, pike and perch. Or simply spend a few hours thinking “ain’t life Grand,” while watching the world drift by from a riverside patio.

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Paddling along the Grand River

Local outfitters offer a range of unique experiences on the Grand River.

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Birding in Hamilton Halton Brant

Why birdwatchers flock to these six hotspots.

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Plan a Couples Paddling Getaway You’ll BOTH Love

Plan A Paddling Escape For 2

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The Getaway Gang 6 Ways To Plan An Amazing Last-Minute Camping Trip With Friends

Creative ways to find a campsite.

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The Best of Spring: Six Ways to Find a Fresh Air Fix

The definitive spring guide to fresh air forays.

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Save S’more on Spring and Summer Camping

Book A Campsite While You Can

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7 Sensational Stays

Stellar Vacation Rentals

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8 Outdoor Activities That Deliver Thrills and Chills In Any Fall Weather

Find late-fall fun.

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The Wander-Fall Adventure Finder

Make the most of exploring season.

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Summer 2.0

Stretch out summer fun a little longer.

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Gather In The Great Outdoors

Find new ways to connect.

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Beyond The Basket: 4 Easy Ways To Create Picnic Perfection

Level up your picnic game!

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Shake Up Your Summer With These Easy Sport Swaps

Switch up your go-to sport.

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Happy FALL-OWEEN!

Scare up some fun in Hamilton Halton Brant!

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A Grand River Country Ramble

Autumn charm in Brant County

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Fall For… Grand River Country

Explore Grand River Country this fall.

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Pints & Plants: 6 Must-try Beer and Vegan Food Pairings

Fuel up with Hamilton Halton Brant’s favourite plant-based beer and food combos

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Find Fall Flight Flavours

Pair These Ale Trail Stops with Autumn Adventures in Hamilton Halton Brant

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Trade FOMO for JOMO: Easy Swaps For More Summer Joy

Get on the fast path towards a more joy-filled summer.

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8 Signs You Are A True Canadian Summer Weekend Warrior

Add some spark to your long weekend this summer.

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4 Fun-Filled Field Trips

Surprise your “class” with an end of the year field trip!

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Wilkes Dam/Grand River Loop

Follow the Grand River for 18 kms of awesome.

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Hamilton & Area Hikes Paris Two Rivers Loop

Discover the riverside trails of Paris, Ontario.

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The Happy Camper Explores Brantford and Paris

Kevin Callan slowed things down a bit and combined paddling with cultural exploration in the Heart of Ontario

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Turbo Tubing the Grand

Turbo tubing on the Grand River is fun and relaxing.

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Discover Your Perfect Brand of Grand

Unplug to Connect on a Family Float

What’s Your Paddling Personality?

Answer 5 quick questions for personalized trip ideas sure to float your boat

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Pack & Paddle

6 overnight canoe trips for an easy (and affordable) taste of Canada

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Pride of the Paddle: Exploring First Nations History on the Grand River

Connect and Learn Something New.

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Hiking for Everybody

We’ve got a hike for that.

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Let Us Be Your Guide

January 1, 1970 Grand River Champion of Champions Pow Wow

Feel the heartbeat of First Nations culture.

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Signs You Belong to a Fresh Air Family

Find out if your family qualifies for all things outdoors.

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Cache In

A family canoe trip on the Grand River

Leave the gear and guiding up to a skilled expert and discover the joy of a few hours on the Grand River.

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Legacy of the Grand River

A river that is Historically important, economically vital and socially significant.

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Fun things to do between games when you’re in the Tournament Capital of Ontario

A few ideas to keep you busy after the whistle blows

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Paddling into Paradise

One of the best ways to explore Cootes Paradise is by canoe.

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Get Hooked

The Grand River in Brant is well known by fishers from around the world as one of North America’s most plentiful and varied fishing grounds.

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Grand River Rafting

Floating down the gentle currents of the Grand River is a fun, relaxing way to experience the scenery and wildlife.

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Grand River Nature Trail

The Grand River Nature Trail in Ohsweken is a great option for young hikers.

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Signs you’re Ready to Become a New Explorer

Find out if you are ready to explore all things outdoors.

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Whatever floats your boat

Read all about a bloggers experience of history, heritage and outdoor adventures.

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Water-filled Fun

Four great ways to splish and splash this summer.

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Summer Day Trips for Teens

Easy ways to spend some quality time with the teens in your life.

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A+ Summer Day Trips For Grade Schoolers

The best age group to discover new things.

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Summer Animal Adventures

Plan a summer day trip that animal lovers will adore.

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Two days to make some furry new friends

Get up close and personal with some amazing creatures and critters

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Catch the Rhythm

Catch the Rythm at the Grand River Champion of Champions Pow Wow

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