“If I had a dime for every time someone said their favourite part about living in Thunder Bay was being surrounded by nature, I’d need a way bigger piggy bank. It’s no secret that we’re blessed to be in such close proximity to so many natural wonders. Like many a TBay local, I have a lot of fond memories of summers off spent at the lake, and, to this day, summer doesn’t really feel like summer unless I’ve gotten a tan, swam in a lake, caught a fish, roasted a hot dog over a fire, or done some kind of exploring. With the schedule changes and shorter days of September looming, there’s really no better time to soak in the rest of the season in the great outdoors.

With this in mind for the August issue, we’re heading to 15 provincial parks and one national park located here in Northwestern Ontario, spanning across the Thunder Bay, Kenora, and Rainy River districts. As part of our cover story, Justin Allec explores the city’s iconic landmark at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, Adrian Lysenko, Betty Carpick, and Bonnie Schiedel delve into the history of Neys, Pukaskwa, and Quetico respectively, and we share insider tips to help you make the most of your visit.“

 -Sidney Ulakovic