All it takes is the wrong pair of shoes or not enough water to turn a hiking day into a bust. If you're a beginner hiker, there's a lot to keep in mind for your first time on the trail. Or, if you're a seasoned outdoorsperson with hundreds of kilometres under your belt, there could be some hiking tips you're forgetting. Either way, we're here to help. If you're intimidated by hiking with a group or just don't know where to start, this post is the place to be. Read below for t

Lakes to your right, lakes to your left, lakes up ahead. La Mauricie National Park is a COC favourite for autumn views with sprawling woods and open water. It has over 150 lakes, three different park entrances, and a dozen great hiking trails to keep you busy. COC's first La Mauricie trip will be on September 26th, 2021! Tickets will go on sale a week before the event. To tide you over, check out our guide to La Mauricie National Park. Whether you want to come with us or visi

We've been bringing the blog to you... Why don't you bring the blog to us this time? Welcome to our new series called "We Asked, You Answered"! Every once in a while we'll be collecting submissions from the COC community to get to know you better and share your stories with the world. What's your favourite hiking snack? What songs are on your road trip playlist? How do you make the most of a rainy day? We want to know! Read your first submissions about your favourite moments

There's nothing like an event with a silly name to get the ball rolling this year! COC is collaborating with Net Impact Montreal to collect only the best plogging crew to help clean up Parc Laurier. Plogging is a combination of jogging and picking up litter. Some say it's used for fitness, but you can help clear up the park, get to know people, and start making Fall 2021 your best semester yet. Whether you walk, jog, or full-on sprint to pick up those old Boustan takeout boxe

What can you do during lockdown? Get outside! Our top picks for lockdown-worthy hikes near Montreal.