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Walking and Hiking Poles: How to Choose the Right One for You

To reach your full hiking potential this fall, discover the benefits of hiking poles and, most importantly, which ones will best suit your activities and lifestyle!

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Gear Up for the Trail: Picking the Perfect Hiking Backpack

Choosing the right hiking backpack is not something to be taken lightly – your pack is a bit like a home you carry on your back. A quality bag can last for a long time, which is why it’s important to consider three things while you’re shopping: size, technical features and adjustment.

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Practical Tips For Choosing The Perfect Hiking Boots

As the old saying goes, if the shoe fits, wear it—but there are a few other considerations you should take into account when choosing footwear for outdoor activities. Selecting the proper shoe or boot can make all the difference between having fun… or hobbling around in pain for hours with sore feet! The following provides useful tips on finding the right shoe for you.

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Hiking Trails To Discover In Quebec

In celebration of Atmosphere’s 20th anniversary and in collaboration with photographer and hiker Olivier Langevin, we created a list of Quebec’s 20 most beautiful hiking trails, perfect for the fall season! Whether it's to take in the gorgeous colours of fall, to challenge yourself on the most demanding trails in the province, or simply to have a good time in nature with family and friends, lace up your boots and get ready to discover our top 20 hiking trails!

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Hiking Made Easy : A Practical Guide To Your First Outings

Outdoor lovers know that enjoying a great hike is all in the preparation. Whether you’re heading out on an afternoon, all-day or five-day excursion, take the time to prepare yourself well so that you get the most out of it. In addition to researching the trail and checking the weather before embarking, you also want to have a good idea of your physical abilities and make sure you have the proper clothing, gear and backpack items for peace of mind.

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Explore Hikes with Breathtaking Views

Quebec is a magnificent and grandiose province, rich in natural beauty and water options, all of which offer breathtaking views for hikers. Fall is a majestic season, and hikers are more than pampered. Leaves that change color, the cool breeze that makes the effort less intense but just as rewarding, and swarms of birds flying south, are all characteristic of autumn hikes. The offer is so diverse that it is hard to choose our next destination.

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Fall Hiking: How to Dress to Stay Dry and Warm

Finally, fall is here! While the new season means cooler weather that is ideal for outdoor fun, the change in seasons naturally introduces new challenges regarding outerwear.

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Caroline Côté: Her Hiking Microadventure in the Laurentides

Filmmaker, athlete and director, Caroline Côté embodies the spirit of adventure. She has made a name for herself exploring the most remote corners of our beautiful planet. For Caroline, adventure is a way of life, a constant source of inspiration and an opportunity to reconnect with nature

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Leave No Trace: The Key Principles Of Zero-waste Hiking

Spring isn’t here yet, but we’re already thinking about all the equipment we will need for our forest trips in the upcoming seasons. As you think about what you need, a question comes to your mind: what footprint do you leave in nature during your expeditions? Then you wonder how to respect the environment while enjoying your trip.

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