You already know what camping is. But what is canoe camping? We thought you’d never ask! Canoe camping is more than just camping with a canoe. The canoe is your vessel of transportation; your way of getting from the access point to your campsite—and everywhere in...
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Latest posts
We’re always working to bring you the latest and greatest how-to’s, hacks, tips, reviews, and more. Here’s what we’ve covered most recently!
The best kindling for fire building: What works like a charm
Starting a fire isn’t as easy as it looks on TV or even YouTube. I don’t know how many times Ross and I struggled to get our fires going, only to be disappointed after it goes out. We were too antsy, and we just didn't know what to use as the best kindling for fire...
Top 10 best dehydrated camping foods (and how to make them)
After going on our first few canoe camping trips, Ross and I were rudely awakened by how heavy our food was. It was at that time that we decided it was best to invest in a food dehydrator and start researching the best dehydrated camping food options that would...
7 different types of camping (and their pros and cons)
So you want to go camping. That’s great, but where do you start? What are the different types of camping to consider? And what do you need for your trip? If you’re just getting into camping for the very first time, or you’re thinking about getting back into it after a...
SPOT Gen4 review: Our first satellite GPS messenger
Once we decided to try backcountry camping, we knew we wanted to do everything in our power to be as safe as possible, which meant investing in a personal locator beacon or satellite messenger in case we ever found ourselves in trouble. After a fair amount of research...
11 of the best ways to keep mosquitos away while camping
Summer is camping season, but guess what? It’s also bug season. If you’re looking for the best ways to keep mosquitos away while camping, you’ve come to the right place. We all know that the most obvious way to keep mosquitos away is to cover our bodies in a thick,...
Fall camping resources
Think camping season ends with summer? Think again! Fall is one of the best times to go camping. If you’re interested in making the most of this season, check out these resources.
Who are we?

Welcome to Gone Camping Again!
We’re Elise and Ross, a couple from Ontario, Canada who absolutely can’t get outside enough.
Backcountry camping is our escape, and we love sharing what we’ve learned with our readers.
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Trip planning
Thinking about going camping, but don’t quite know where to start? Have a look through these guides to get you off on the right foot.
Our latest camping adventure video
In July and August of 2022, we set out to paddle the entire coast of Pukaskwa National Park on Lake Superior’s north shore.
Along the way, we caught monster Northern Pike, camped on pristine kilometre-long beaches, and dared to swim in Superior’s icy cold waters.
Gear and equipment
Having the right gear makes all the difference on a camping trip. Use the resources below to educate yourself about what you need to bring on your next trip.
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