Super Good Camping Podcast

Pamela and Tim Good
  • 4.0 (4)
  • Wilderness
  • Semimonthly

Hi there! We are a blended family of four who are passionate about camping, nature, the great outdoors, physical activity, health, & being all-around good Canadians! We would love to inspire others to get outside & explore all that our beautiful country has to offer. Camping fosters an appreciation of nature, physical fitness, & emotional well-being. Despite being high-tech kids, our kids love camping! We asked them to help inspire your kids. Their creations are in our Kids section. For the adults, we would love to share our enthusiasm for camping, review some of our favourite camping gear, share recipes & menus, tips & how-to's, & anything else you may want to know about camping. Got a question about camping? Email us so we can help you & anyone else who may be wondering the same thing. We are real people, with a brutally honest bent. We don't get paid by anyone to provide a review of their product. We'll be totally frank about what we like or don't like.

  1. 16h ago

    Not A Flip Flop Campsite, Bud

    Send us Fan Mail Nine paddlers drift through a stunning Algonquin Park corridor and barely anyone is wearing a PFD, and that’s where we start. From the shoreline at the top of the Lower Barren, Tim and Thomas check in on day six of our Barren Canyon canoe trip with the kind of honest trip reporting you only get when you’re living it: cold hands, quiet mornings, day-tripper traffic, and the granite walls that make this route feel unreal. We talk through what the last stretch of the trip actually feels like when temperatures drop close to freezing at night and your sleeping bag is “good enough” but not exactly comfortable. If you’re planning shoulder-season backcountry camping in Algonquin, we dig into the small choices that keep you warmer and happier, from dry layers to smarter camp rhythm. We also share what we’re seeing on the water this weekend, plus why a capsize can happen fast even on flatwater when a breeze, a lean, and inexperience line up. Then we get practical with a campsite review for this final site: the thunderbox location and the windy walk to it, the reality of punky shoreline firewood, and what to expect from the approach with two short portages. We wrap with a clear warning about the terrain: hilly ground, roots, rocks, and a strong case for boots and a headlamp as soon as the sun drops. If you love canoe tripping, paddling safety, and real-world Algonquin route notes, you’ll feel right at home with this one. If you enjoy the trip updates, follow along, share the episode with a paddling buddy, and leave a review so more campers and canoeists can find the show. What’s your one non-negotiable piece of canoe trip safety gear? Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

  2. 2d ago

    Bring A Younger Pack Mule And Call It Strategy

    Send us Fan Mail Getting older changes your camping trips, whether you admit it or not, and we think that’s good news. Pamela and Tim talk through how we keep canoe camping in Canada fun, safe, and realistic as our bodies rack up a little more mileage. The spark for this conversation is our friend and paddling legend Cliff Jacobson, plus his reminder to “follow your passion” after a heart scare. That line about not being saved so you can sit around and watch TV stays with us for a reason.  We get practical fast: simple strength training for paddlers, keeping hips and shoulders mobile, and why technique matters more with age than it ever did in your 20s. We also share how our trip style has shifted from big kilometre days and constant moving to shorter days, more stay days, and more time actually enjoying the scenery. If you’re looking for senior camping tips, canoe camping for seniors, or just a smarter way to plan portages, this is the kind of planning talk that pays off on day three of a trip.  Gear is part of the puzzle, but not in a gimmicky way. We discuss lowering pack weight with better tents and sleep systems, using properly fitted portage packs, considering a tump line, and choosing routes with manageable landings and safer portages. Then we zoom out to backcountry safety: always wearing your PFD, leaving a trip plan, carrying first aid, monitoring weather, fuelling properly, and using a satellite messenger or other communication device you trust. We also talk about balance, vision, hearing, and medication side effects, because those details can matter a lot in the bush.  If you want to keep paddling for decades, listen now, share this with a camping buddy, and subscribe. After you’ve listened, leave a review and tell us what you’ve changed to keep getting outside. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

  3. Oct 28

    We Missed Peak Colours But Found Quiet

    Send us Fan Mail Five hours on the road from Toronto buys a special kind of silence: no sirens, no exhaust, just water, granite, and the small sounds you forget exist until you’re back in the bush. We’re Tim and Thomas, checking in with a Trip Log from day five of our September canoe trip in Algonquin Provincial Park near Barron Canyon. It’s gorgeous out here, even if we arrived on that awkward edge where fall colours haven’t fully exploded yet. A cold snap rolls in and suddenly the forecast matters a lot more. We talk about shoulder-season camping in Ontario, what it’s like sleeping when nighttime temps flirt with freezing, and why unpredictable weather feels like the new normal. If you’re planning an Algonquin backcountry camping trip, you’ll hear the practical side of adapting on the fly: layering, sleep systems, and accepting that the best timing is often only obvious after the fact. We also get into the fun details that make a canoe trip memorable: spotting a strange purple-ringed mushroom (and why we absolutely do not eat it), putting together satisfying backcountry meals from dehydrated ingredients, and the very real problem of cooking instructions rubbing off Ziploc bags. We finish with a paddle toward the canyon’s west end, turning back when moving water and a portage make themselves known, plus a few hopeful casts that do not pay off. If you like honest camping talk, Algonquin canoe route vibes, and the simple motivation to get outside, hit play, subscribe, and share this with a friend who needs a reason to plan their next trip. After you listen, leave us a review and tell us what you always pack for cold September nights. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

  4. Oct 26

    Women’s Solo Backcountry Canoeing With Church Of The Single Blade

    Send us Fan Mail A solo canoe trip can feel like freedom right up until you picture the first portage, the first night sound outside the tent, or the moment you realize there is no one to delegate to but yourself. We sit down with Kirsten Graham May, a solo backcountry canoeist and veterinarian, to get honest about what it really takes to travel alone in the backcountry and actually enjoy it. From early family trips to hard-earned skills like loading, lifting, and carrying a canoe safely, she lays out how confidence is built one practical decision at a time. We also talk about the parts of solo canoe tripping that get brushed aside, especially for women. Kirsten explains the extra safety calculations, the uncomfortable moments that can happen on route, and why representation matters in paddling culture. Her “Church of the Single Blade” started as a joke about single versus double blade paddles, but it has grown into a clear message: get yourself on the water, find your own pace, and don’t let gatekeeping shape your idea of who belongs outdoors. Then things get real with a backcountry emergency in Killarney Provincial Park. Kirsten finds an injured solo hiker who has activated a SPOT device, helps with first aid and pain management, and ends up coordinating with an air ambulance helicopter that can’t easily reach the patient. That story leads into a grounded conversation about satellite communicators like the Garmin Messenger, simple check-in routines, and building gear systems that reduce risk without turning a canoe trip into a tech project. We finish with her bucket-list plans for Quetico, the French River, and favourite paddling zones across Ontario. If you care about solo canoeing, backcountry safety, portaging, and smart canoe camping gear choices, this one will stick with you. Subscribe, share this with a paddling partner, and leave us a review, then tell us: what would make your first solo trip feel doable? Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

  5. Oct 21

    What If The Best Trip Is Slower

    Send us Fan Mail A stay day can feel strange if you’re used to measuring a canoe trip by distance, but that’s exactly why we hit record from Brigham Lake near Barren Canyon in Algonquin Provincial Park. The temperature drops, the fire starts early, and we let the quiet do what it does best: bring us back to ourselves. If you’re craving a realistic backcountry camping Ontario check-in, this Triplog is the sound of two campers choosing “nothing on the schedule” and meaning it. We get into the practical stuff too, because camp life is made of details. Lunch is freeze-dried shepherd’s pie, supper is Tim’s dehydrated tuna casserole, and we talk honestly about the trade-offs of dehydrated meals that include dairy. We also share a couple of classic Algonquin moments: following the sound of running water near the thunderbox, slipping on a root, and ending up butt-first in a small river, then hearing an ominous rip while chopping wood and discovering torn pants that need a patch. From there, the conversation widens into why we trip at different paces. We pass travellers, hear about student outdoor education groups, and reflect on how we used to go hard with big portages every day. Now, we’re more protective of the decompression side of canoe tripping, especially when work and the city have been loud. We also look ahead to a Teslin River to Yukon River canoe expedition where silty water can change everything, including whether filtering is even an option. You’ll also hear a few wildlife notes, including geese hanging around camp and hawks circling overhead, plus where to find us online if you want the video version. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a stay day, and leave a review with your own best tip for slowing down outside. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

  6. Oct 19

    Ontario Parks Day Use Made Easy

    Send us Fan Mail You do not need a tent to have a real outdoor day. We’re talking about Ontario Parks day use, the easiest way to get beaches, trails, and that “we went on an adventure” feeling without sleeping on the ground, hauling heavy gear, or stressing about camp cooking. If you’ve ever thought camping sounds fun but the overnight part sounds like work, this is your on ramp. We walk through what day use looks like in provincial parks in Ontario, including how day use hours and seasonal closures can affect your plans in the fall and shoulder seasons. We also share why day trips are perfect for scouting a park before you commit to a full week of camping. From checking out the layout to testing out activities with the kids, a day visit can save you from booking the wrong spot for your family. We also talk fall colours, including why Algonquin can get wild during peak foliage and how planning ahead makes the experience smoother. Then we get practical about Ontario Parks permits: daily vehicle permits, how “per vehicle” pricing works, and the value of longer options like an annual vehicle permit, plus summer and winter permits. We cover discounts and free access for groups like seniors and Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans, and we highlight how reserving up to five days in advance can be the difference between an easy entry and a frustrating turnaround at a busy gate. Finally, we run through the day use perks that make these trips worth repeating: hiking and mountain bike trails, swimming beaches, canoe and kayak rentals, life jacket lending programs, learn to fish programs, guided nature walks, picnic shelters, and group areas for bigger family outings. If you’re ready for more fresh air and less hassle, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave us a review so more people can find the show. Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

  7. Oct 17

    Why A Carbon Fiber Bent Shaft Paddle Feels Effortless

    Send us Fan Mail Your paddle is the one piece of canoe gear you use thousands of times a day, so when it changes, everything changes. We’ve been running a RippleFX carbon fibre bent shaft paddle in the backcountry, and the difference isn’t subtle: it feels so light you almost forget you’re holding it, and the canoe responds faster with the same effort.  We talk through what stood out on the water, including the very real caution that carbon fibre and rocks don’t always mix in low water. That led us to swap back to an old wooden paddle for the sketchier sections, and that moment became the clearest “before and after” test possible. The wooden paddle suddenly feels heavy and dead, while the bent shaft delivers more efficient power through the stroke and a noticeable boost in thrust even without an oversized blade.  We also get into paddling technique and comfort, especially for stern paddlers relying on a J-stroke. With the bent shaft, you can keep straighter lines with fewer corrections once you dial in wrist angle and timing. And because bodies are different, we share why a custom shaft length matters if you’ve got back issues or need more reach to get outside the boat without strain. We first met Chris from RippleFX at the Hamilton Outdoor Adventure Show, and we point you to more places to see the paddle up close on our YouTube channel.  If you enjoy practical canoe tripping gear reviews and honest field notes, subscribe, share this with a paddling buddy, and leave us a review. What paddle are you using right now, and what do you love or hate about it? https://www.ripplefxpaddles.com/ Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

  8. Oct 14

    Day Three Basecamp On Brigham Lake In Algonquin Park

    Send us Fan Mail Day three hits different when the noise finally drops out. We’re camped on Brigham Lake during an eight-day canoe trip through Algonquin Provincial Park, tucked into a secluded site near the Barron Canyon area, and you can hear the trip settling into our bones. The goal is simple: trade screens for water, trees, and the kind of quiet that makes you notice fish jumping and the shape of the shoreline under your boots. We walk through the real on-the-ground details that make or break a backcountry canoe trip in Ontario: portage choices, why map distances don’t always match the park signage, and what it means to look at rapids and still choose the carry when your canoe is loaded with serious weight. We also talk shoulder-season camping strategy, from warm afternoons in the low 20s Celsius to near-freezing nights, plus how we think about sleeping bag ratings, layers, and comfort when the temperature swings hard. Then the conversation widens to what we’re travelling through. We share the payoff sights, including massive cliff faces linked to Tom Thomson painting sites and a couple of tall, skinny waterfalls, and we grapple with the logging history that still shows up in the landscape and even in the water. To round out camp life, we get into food and gear, including why a reflector oven is a game-changer for camp pizza and how small tweaks and tougher storage can make well-used equipment last. If you like Triplog style stories, Algonquin canoe route talk, and practical backcountry camping tips, subscribe, share this with a paddling buddy, and leave a review so more folks can find the show. What’s your favourite way to decompress outside? Support the show CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING: Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/home EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.com WEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampin FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

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Hi there! We are a blended family of four who are passionate about camping, nature, the great outdoors, physical activity, health, & being all-around good Canadians! We would love to inspire others to get outside & explore all that our beautiful country has to offer. Camping fosters an appreciation of nature, physical fitness, & emotional well-being. Despite being high-tech kids, our kids love camping! We asked them to help inspire your kids. Their creations are in our Kids section. For the adults, we would love to share our enthusiasm for camping, review some of our favourite camping gear, share recipes & menus, tips & how-to's, & anything else you may want to know about camping. Got a question about camping? Email us so we can help you & anyone else who may be wondering the same thing. We are real people, with a brutally honest bent. We don't get paid by anyone to provide a review of their product. We'll be totally frank about what we like or don't like.

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  • Creator
    Pamela and Tim Good
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    243
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Super Good Camping Podcast
  • Show Website
    Super Good Camping Podcast

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