At roughly 185 miles in length,the Bloodvein River is a world-class canoe route in Canada. Photo by Adam Maxwell
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Paddling the Lost Lakes With the World Watching
By Erin Walker
Editor’s Note: Erin Walker and Jon Kelly are the duo behind the Lost Lakes YouTube channel. Living in a small town on the Canadian North Shore of Lake Superior, they love spending time in the backcountry paddling and portaging their way through the wilderness of Ontario. Paddle and Portage is honored to share their stories and outdoor adventures in the June issue of the magazine, as well as numerous upcoming issues.
CANADA – I am like a lot of people raised in northern Ontario in the fact that I’ve always had a passion for the outdoors. That said, I never imagined it would be something that would pay the bills someday. I grew up on the shores of Lake Superior in Thunder Bay, with Quetico Provincial Park practically in my backyard offering endless opportunities for adventure.
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