Adventures closer to Home

For those of us who like taking the roads less travelled, we dream about exotic adventures such as riding the Baja, exploring backcountry roads in British Columbia or that epic “Around the World” odyssey. I applaud those who have followed their ultimate adventure dreams. Realistically, most of us are limited by time constraints, family commitments and/or financial limitations, so even squeezing in an overnight ride once or twice a year is difficult.

Although I have been fortunate to experience a few longer riding treks in the past, they required at least a year of planning and budgeting in order to make them happen. Not to mention the graciousness of my obliging and co-operative spouse who, having ridden motorcycles in the past, understands my need for the occasional escape. The rest of the time, I settle for the adventure being a little closer to home … and that’s not a bad thing.

Which Direction to Head In?

I live in south-central Ontario, approximately 100 km north of Toronto. Although the community and surrounding area has been subjected to urban growth over the years,