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Episodes usually air the weekend following the "week of" date. Check your local PBS Station for airdates and times

July 2024

Episode #8021 | week of July 11, 2024

Grey County, Ontario

“HIKING IN THE TREES”

Autumn color abounds as we take you on a vacation you will never forget. We take a hike across treetops in an old growth forest and then end with a zip line down 300 feet from the top of the Niagara Escarpment. Along the way we will stop at the oldest brewery in Ontario.

Episode #1204 | week of July 18, 2024

Curtis, Michigan

“IT WON'T HURT US TO GO TO CURTIS”

To quote an old friend Curtis is a place in the U.P. that most people have never been to and don’t know much about, so “It won’t hurt us to go Curtis” Three large lakes with the same name Big Manistique, Little Manistique, and North Manistique. We will enjoy fishing, hiking and friends galore.

Episode #1812 | week of July 25, 2024

Ogemaw County, Michigan

“RIFLE RIVER RECREATION AREA - OUR DISCOVERY CONTINUES”

This slice of heaven has so much to offer we had to make another trip through to discover more nature, more lakes and more outdoor fun.

August 2024

Episode #1611 | week of August 1, 2024

Bruce / Grey Counties, Ontario

“ONTARIO EPIC RIDE"

We tour Canada in a whole new way. We jump on motorcycles and relive our youth in a getaway we call “Born to Be Wild." We will see lighthouses, incredible scenic bluffs and the Georgian Bay from the seat of our bikes. Come on and get your motor running.

Episode #1904 | week of August 8, 2024

Port Sanilac, Michigan

“PORT IN THE THUMB"

We discover a hidden gem when we travel up the Lake Huron Coast in Michigan’s Thumb. There is fun on and off the water in this quaint little harbor town.