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Poison Ivy: PART ONE - What's up with Poison Ivy Anyway

PART ONE of a three part series on Poison Ivy: What’s up with Poison Ivy Anyway?  Poison Ivy, a topic close to my heart and covered vast sections of my lower legs this already this summer 😩 Understanding a few facts about Poison Ivy can help you, a Canadian Glamper, better identify and avoid it – thus preventing a nasty allergic reaction and not hampering your enjoyment of the outdoors 😎 Next up – what to do once it has found you… ~ Anja

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Woodlands, Parks of the St Lawrence, Review

As a new addition to Glamping Essentials, we are now offering reviews of campgrounds as we visit them! This review is an account of our recent stay at the Woodlands Campground, one of the Parks of the St Lawrence campgrounds. In this blog we will review the campground on the following three criteria: site, park, and value. We will also share a note of caution and a tip. Will we return to Woodlands? Read on to find out ☺️

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About Anja, the Canadian Glamper

Feeling overwhelmed, over-worked and burnt-out, I, as a Nurse/Wife/Mother who has been an avid camper my entire life, turned to restoration in the outdoors to find this balance and begin to recover. What was once week-long camping trips once a summer became spring and fall seasonal camping with many long weekend and week-long trips throughout July and August. Looking to increase the feel of luxury, self-care, and a little bit of pampering while camping, I wanted to subscribe to a monthly box of luxury camping goodies as a treat for myself.

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Thoughts from a Canadian Glamper

Here at Glamping Essentials, we support pandemic burnout recovery through promotion of positive social connections, outdoor experiences, and balanced lifestyle while supporting Canadian small businesses. Follow along for campsite reviews, glamping hacks, recipes, and info that will up your camping and cottaging game!

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