If you're looking for a thrilling adventure in the water, try white water rafting. We went to Wilderness Tours in Ottawa and did the Classic Express Trip. The trip offers the opportunity to swim, cliff jump and raft through rapids!
Remember to wear clothes you don't mind getting wet and can dry quickly.
Water shoes or sturdy sandals are ideal because you'll have the opportunity to cliff jump into the river.
Ask for Bernie! We had him as our rafting guide and he was really fun!
As a relatively untouched place by modern society, the French River is a great tourist destination for fishermen, paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts. The 110 kilometer river has many established canoeing routes along the historic French River and beautiful Georgian bay.
We went to Hartey Bay Marina, which is about a 3.5 hour drive north of Toronto. Once you get there, you will need to register at the front office and then they'll redirect you to the dock to get set up.
From here, it's pretty much a "choose your own adventure." Whether you're here for a one day or a few days, make sure to map out a route to take. You can ask the people working there what route would best suit your needs. Invest in a map if you're heading out for a few days!
Canoeing gets pretty tiring after the first few hours. We spent 6 hours out on the water with a lunch break on an island. We also didn't have a map, so we didn't go out too far. But we did end up in a swampy area with tons of wildlife. We ended up seeing a baby bear, which Chechi scared off because she got too excited. Typical.
Not many people are willing to go on an adventure at 4 p.m. on a weekday. Lucky for us, we're not like most people. A spontaneous decision led us to drive up North to Awenda Provincial Park for the evening.
We rented a canoe and paddled out towards the middle of the calm water to enjoy the view and peacefulness of the outdoors. We brought our bubbles, our GoPro and an adventurous attitude. Except for the black flies constantly biting us, it was an amazing way to escape from the city life. There isn't a better way to end the day than watching the sunset from a beach.
If you're looking for an simple adventure, you should try flying a kite. Why not? It's cheap, there are cool designs and it makes you feel like a kid again. After a simple observation that it's windy outside, Chechi and I decided that flying a kite seemed like a good idea. We thrive on random and spontaneous adventures, so this isn't really out of the ordinary.
Below is a list of steps on how to fly a kite:
Step 1: Buy a kite. We're broke students who decided getting the cheapest and sturdiest kite was ideal. After a trip to Walmart and an argument on which design was the best, we got our shark kite for $15. Da-dum...Da-dum...Da-dum da-dum da-dum!
Step 2: Acquire canine companion (optional). You can probably skip this step, but bringing a dog makes the experience just a little bit more fun, especially if he's trying to chase you as you run. Bring your furry friend if you're looking for a challenge.
Step 3: Read instructions and assemble kite. We sorta skipped reading the instructions part. We just attempted to put the kite together and tried to fly it. It seemed pretty self-explanatory.
Step 4: Make mistakes. It turns out, it was much harder than expected. We would get the kite up for a few seconds before it crashed to the ground. Not cool.
Step 5: Fly the kite. After multiple attempts, we finally got it in the air long enough to take a few snapshots. Just wait for a big gust of wind and start running!
I hope you all are inspired to be a kid again. It's a pretty fun activity and isn't too time-consuming for those of you who are busy. Just get outside and fly a kite!
“Security is mostly a superstition. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing
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Surrounded by a deep aqua-blue, spring-fed lagoon, a crane sits at the top of solid limestone cliffs. Just walking to the front of the spectator area, you can hear the screams of the adventurous souls who dare to jump off the 200-foot crane with only a bungee cord strapped to their bodies.
Located in Wakefield, Quebec, Great Canadian Bungee is the highest bungee jump site in Canada. The outdoor adventure company offers a package deal for the 200-foot bungee and The RIPTIDE zip line at a discounted price.
For those looking for a smaller adventure, THE RIPTIDE is a 1015 foot zip line that offers a spectacular view of the water. There are two options to ride the zip line: seated or flying. The flying option allows you to go head-first down the zip line. It might not be thrilling as bungee jumping, but it's definitely a great experience.
For the big adventure seekers, bungee jumping was the most exhilarating experience of my life so far. As you walk up the steps on the crane, your heartbeat starts to race as you realize how high up you are. Your palms are sweaty; you're shaking with excitement. When you reach the top of the crane, the crew straps you in and asks you three questions:
After tons of debate, I chose ankles, forward and no water. I felt a surge of adrenaline rush through my body as I stepped onto the platform.
"Three. Two. One. JUMP!"
Jumping off a perfectly safe platform and diving towards the ground is one of the most liberating feelings you can experience. It's the sense of pride and accomplishment you get for conquering your fear that pushes you to do it. You end up free falling for a brief time while the tension on the cord builds to the point that it recoils. It'll shoot you right back up and you get to re-live that experience all over again. As your brain releases endorphins throughout the activity, euphoria will kick in and you'll feel like the king of the world. Every other fear will feel minor in comparison.
This is a picture of a video of me bungee jumping.
But remember, bungee jumping is a risky gamble since you never know what may happen. There are reported cases of injuries and fatality, but the chances of this happening are quite slim. So, for all you thrill-seekers looking to take a risk, gear up and take a leap of faith.
Feeling inspired to cross this off your bucket list? Rip off the band-aid and just do it. It might be one of the best decisions you've ever made.
