North Frontenac Parklands Big Gull Lake Canoe Trip

The Happy Camper and partner Kristine head out on yet another canoe trip in Southeastern Ontario's North Frontenac Parklands. This time to Big Gull Lake. Three days of fishing, sunbathing, campfires...just relaxing and soaking it all in.

[@trishaharrison6183]

Just love it when You’s two are together. Always such good funny conversations and great stories. Looked like an amazing place to just chill with great views. Thanks for sharing and just always being the Callen we love.

[@ilikeitwhenitssunny7067]

Great video. Enjoyed spending time with you

[@sydneywatson5320]

Right on! I was on Crotch Lake from the 8-12th. Perfect weather.

[@tsocanuck]

beautiful spot

[@canoeingnav7618]

Another great video. Thanks Kevin.

[@suezaple4950]

Beautiful lake you folks are on and close to where you live, I agree with Kristine about the gas prices , pretty sad that is why I have not gone anywhere as yet and sure feel the sadness in me . I loved your camp spot yes nice when no one is around but you do what you have to to enjoy the outdoors

[@CANADIANHUNTER00]

I was just on Crotch Lake all week! First time being there and will deff go again! Beautiful place!

[@BuckMckawtheotherone]

You know, I grew up with uncles that had cottages in Northern Ontario, and boats, and, it was the fact we were out of the city, had a campfire, fished, and saw the stars at night. Noise and rowdiness was never welcomed back then, people respected their neighbours. But, for being close to Toronto/Hamilton, it's a pretty sweet deal at this point.

[@thepriest98]

My Dad (mid 70's) still tripping btw can do the same "time" trick. Nails it every time.

[@canajian]

Mornin!! 👋😎👍🛶

[@katy2too217]

Beautiful video, thanks Kevin. Great to see you out there again…keep it up!

[@TheHappyCamper]

Thanks. More trips to come...

[@conniewaite1371]

It may be red ,but Kevin could miss it! Lol. Nice trip!

[@TheHappyCamper]

Yep. LOL

[@paulhayes9765]

Great video Kevin. Awesome looking campsite. The cost of fuel is limiting traveling for sure. Just to get out for a few days in the backcountry with limited costs is well worth it. Thanks for taking us along with you both. Have a great paddling season. Cheers

[@TheHappyCamper]

Thanks. I love the north - just can't afford to go there right now.

[@duckypam]

I just got your new book today! Can’t wait to dive in. Thanks for sharing your world with us!

[@TheHappyCamper]

Thanks. I hope you enjoy it.

[@filmic1]

That was lovely. Thank-you!

[@TheHappyCamper]

Thanks. More to come.

[@troypayne3078]

Friend recommended and loaned me his copy of your newest book. I really related to so many parts of it. Thank you for writing it. Outstanding job.

[@TheHappyCamper]

Thanks so much. Enjoy the read.

[@kristingrounds4163]

Beautiful trip!!! Thanks for sharing///love your videos still trying to get caught up on them all

[@TheHappyCamper]

Thanks so much. I love the Spey River series and the Thames River trip.

[@ironearth7013]

Non portage trips can be a lot of fun with great food!

[@TheHappyCamper]

It was a good one.

[@KUEHLKUEST]

What a really nice lake there!! Your weather and camp location was perfect!! Cheers y’all!! J & C

[@TheHappyCamper]

Cheers...eh.

[@angrybuck1]

you guys rock hard core :) thanks :)

[@TheHappyCamper]

:)

[@derekblanche4146]

Thank you for the video an the review of the site. I was wondering how they were as I know that area is an issue with people mis-using it. The problem as I see it is as it is crownland not many people know that is is a managed area. I was posted here from BC so when I started looking for crownland to camp, fish and hunt using the province's crownland website it does not tell you it is a managed area. It was only through luck that I found the area's website (North Frontenac Parklands) that notified me of the need to buy permits even to drive on the roads. When I phoned to talk to them, three years ago now, they told me to be careful as there was break-ins on parked vehicles. Its funny that you mentioned boat traffic as I noticed a lot of ATV's, while it is an ATV area they tend to push a lot of bush off the trails which disturbs the wildlife. I really think that the province should look at regulating the ATV's during known breeding seasons. Anyways thanks again for the great video.

[@TheHappyCamper]

I talked to the warden when he came by. There still is the problem, but not as big of an issue that it once was.

[@olsonoutdoors783]

Hey thx for the videos. Ive been researching canoes for a year now and I dont know which one to get it seems like I will need three canoes minimum lol. But I can only afford one good one. If you could only have one canoe (I know, the actual horror) which would it be and why? Thx again!

[@angelahall6461]

💗💗💗

[@michelled4634]

Love the Video,,I wish they would do this for the Wanapitei Provincial park and surrounding crown land north of Capreol Ont,,, people set up for the summer making it impossible to get a spot,,,

[@TheHappyCamper]

It's a double edge sword I guess. They needed it in this area though. It's too close to major urban areas.

[@graveltravelcanada]

Recommend you try Long/Round Schooner in North Frontenac Parklands. A real gem of a spot

[@TheHappyCamper]

It's on my list for sure.

[@thomastonelli675]

just got back from a quick trip last weekend saturday night was worst night I have ever spent in a tent it was so humid and hot. The fishing was good and the camp site was free and very very quite only saw two other people. We were about a ten min ride from the lake which was nuts saturday night with jet skis and a couple of hot rod jet boats not a place for the canoe so we got a six pack of PBR and relaxed and watch the stars

[@TheHappyCamper]

Glad you got out. This summer has been a hot one. I found lots of the bass were wormy.

[@ThatsAPaddlin88]

7:34 Kevin : part of the North Kawartha Highlands Parklands Kristine: mmhmm 🤣 never been on Big Gull but camped on most of the northern lakes. Round Schooner is really nice, huge cliffs, no cottages

[@kristineredmond5196]

ooops lolol

[@TheHappyCamper]

Yep, I caught that one after I had loaded it to KZbin. Darn.

[@ashleymcbride4093]

Where did you find the instant mash

[@TheHappyCamper]

Walmart, actually. Only place near me that has it.

[@paulbossence5687]

Id love to meet you, ALS has put a hamper on my camping days

[@davidtowlun2118]

When are we gonna see a Kevin Callan mixed tape? You get the best music. I'd pay for a compilation album...

[@TheHappyCamper]

Thanks. I enjoy choosing the music for the videos.

[@davidtowlun2118]

@@TheHappyCamper Well, you have good taste - and they're well placed in the videos. Perhaps the artists would be amenable to the idea...?

[@rerolley]

@24:00 Looks like Angle wants to be the star of the show...

[@TheHappyCamper]

LOL. Her, and Oliver.

[@River.Rambler]

Lives near Kingston?? Tell her hello from Wolfe Island!

[@kristineredmond5196]

hello! from Amherstview :)

[@TheHappyCamper]

Wolfe Island looks like an amazing place.

[@TheCanadianBeaver]

Yep, Yep, way to go Kev. All the best and hopefully one of these days you will follow your nose over to my channel and check out how I get into a bit of trouble while following my nose.🍁🦫