The Campfire Committee sat down with Camper Sue to answer a bunch of camping questions about our favourite parks, trips, memories and more!

The Campfire Committee sat down with Camper Sue to answer a bunch of camping questions about our favourite parks, trips, memories and more!

Not something to be overlooked, proper care and storage of camping gear is essential when these are items you rely on when you're outside and fireside! We'll get into lots of solutions and some challenges for gear storage and keeping things in tip top shape.

When most people think of camping, they think of summer, but in Ontario, there are three other seasons to enjoy outside and fireside! Spring, Fall, and Winter camping have so much to offer so we are sharing all there is to love and what you've got to think of camping in shoulder (and colder!) seasons!

Car camping is one thing, but backcountry is a completely different ball game. We teamed up with one of our Backcountry Besties, Natasha, to walk you through the basics to help you prepare to explore the backcountry!

Does your camping crew include a furry friend or two? 'Cause ours sure do! In this episode we’re talking about all things pets when they come camping. We'll chat about the things you plan for when bringing them (or feathered and scaly companions) on a camping trip.

What's better than one camping trip? Several camping trips back to back! And when it comes to a camping road trip, the journey is as much a part of the experience as your planned destinations. Join us while we discuss camping road trips, from cross country to a little more local and share what we've learned on route!

Camping doesn't mean only sleeping in a tent in a campground! There are many different ways to camp and so many places to check out - from the backcountry to a glamping safari! Tune in for discussion on everything beyond the car camping basics to get you outside and fireside.

Bad weather doesn't have to rain on your camping parade, but preparing for the rain does takes a little more thought than just throwing a tarp into the trunk "just in case!" We're covering all the things you need to consider in wet weather - the good, the bad and soaking wet!

Join Allison Loghin and Steph Pavan for another season of camping fun with Season 2: Beyond the Basics, brought to you by The Campfire Committee: Outside & Fireside.

There are many things about camping that are misunderstood! In this episode we’re discussing what’s true, and not so true, about common car camping myths and misconceptions.Remember to download and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @thecampfirecommittee for more camping and outdoors content!

This is a big one! The considerations for staying safe when car camping start well before you even get to the campsite. In this episode we’re discussing how to be aware of and prepared for common camping risks and hazards - so you can have the stay safe and have fun!Remember to download and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen.

You’ve made it to you campsite - now it’s time to set up! This is one of the biggest tasks you’ll undertake on your camping trip - so to get you started off well, we’re discussing the set up of your sleeping area, kitchen area and other campsite essentials.

We hope you brought your appetite for this two-part episode in which we'll be discussing camping food! Joining us for these episodes is Allison's fiancé - Ryan Gryschuk. In part one, Something to Eat, we're talking all about menu planning, food prepping before you leave, and getting it all packed for your camping trip. Remember to download and subscribe wherever you listen!

Ryan Gryschuk is back for part two of our episodes all about camping food! Together we chat about different methods for cooking on your campsite, what equipment you'll need, plus how to best use and maintain it.Remember to download and subscribe wherever you listen!

Deciding on the right tent can be a daunting task, but not if you know the available styles, features, and your own preferences. Listen in for everything you need to know about choosing a tent!

In this episode we review the basic items you’ll need and the extras that you can opt for, plus how to get it all in your vehicle for your camping trip!

In our very first episode we're talking all about one of the first steps to getting outside and fireside: deciding where you’d like to camp and how to choose a campsite in a provincial or national park.

Join Allison Loghin and Steph Pavan as your hosts of The Campfire Committee: Outside and Fireside, available June 2021.