Canadian Outdoor Equipment
If you want tough, no-nonsense, precision gear to handle the worst that the Canadian backwoods can throw at you, stop at Canadian Outdoor Equipment first. The emphasis here is on old-school, sturdy gear. You'll find more axes than trekking poles, and more heavy canvas prospector's tents than silnylon ultra-light bivies.
There's probably no better one-stop destination for heavy-duty gear---from wool clothing that can last for many seasons to genuine wooden show-shoes, to camp stoves. Canadian Outdoor Equipment believes strongly in environmental stewardship, and they believe the best way to avoid waste is to buy something that will last for generations.
Canadian Outdoor Equipment
199 Lakeshore Road East, Unit A
Mississauga, ON
Canada L5G 1G2
905-990-1750
canadianoutdoorequipment.com
Forest City Surplus
If you want it, you may be able to find it at Forest City Surplus. Like many surplus stores, this one has a large selection of surplus military gear and clothes, Airsoft toys, electronics and more. But camping equipment has prominent place in Forest City's lineup of goods.
The range of reasonably priced outdoor and camping gear includes backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, sleeping pads and canteens. Expect to find more off-brands and military surplus than top-of-the-line outdoor gear. However, if you're just getting your feet wet, or you need to outfit a scout pack, your dollar will go a long way here.
Forest City Surplus
1712 Dundas St.
London, ON
Canada N5W 3E1
519-451-0246
fcsurplus.com
Adventure Attic
Adventure Attic covers almost all the outdoor bases. You'll find gear for paddling and adventure sports, plenty of clothing and boots, and a wide range of camping gear, too.
The store has a nice selection of mid-range and top-price brands, or you can choose from a variety of camping rental equipment if you're just interested in trying out the great outdoors. Adventure Attic also sponsors a series of classes on outdoor topics, from basic backpacking to how to carve a paddle.
Adventure Attic
28 King St. W.
Dundas, ON
Canada L9H 1T7
905-628-2929
877-801-6479
adventureattic.ca
