# Insider Tips to Explore Ontario’s Waterways and Support Canadian Tourism | Karen Feeley Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-village-podcast-7047785/insider-tips-to-explore-ontario-s-waterways-and-support-canadian-tourism-karen-feeley Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-village-podcast-7047785/insider-tips-to-explore-ontario-s-waterways-and-support-canadian-tourism-karen-feeley.md Podcast: [Behind The Village Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-village-podcast-7047785) Published: 2025-08-14T09:00:46+00:00 Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/behind-the-village-podcast/2163258 Audio file: https://content.rss.com/episodes/341621/2163258/behind-the-village-podcast/2025_08_12_14_29_34_ab50f56e-2ebf-4666-81ab-e79aaf62b256.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/behind-the-village-podcast-7047785/episodes/insider-tips-to-explore-ontario-s-waterways-and-support-canadian-tourism-karen-feeley Duration seconds: 1297 ## Resource In this episode we explore all the local tourism you can do through Ontario’s Waterways with Karen Feeley, PR and Communications Officer for Ontario Waterways. Discover valuable insights on how the Canada Strong Pass is making it easier and more affordable for Canadians and visitors to enjoy the historic Trent-Severn Waterway and Rideau Canal National Historic Sites. Learn about the exciting opportunities to support local tourism, from discounted lockage fees and camping to vibrant community events like the Lock and Paddle. Karen shares how Ontario’s lock staff are your go-to guides for the best fishing spots, scenic walking trails, and hidden gems like local ice cream shops and burger joints. We also dive into the unique accommodations available through Parks Canada, including oTENTiks and the eye-catching tree pod oasis, perfect for families and adventurers alike. Supporting local businesses and embracing conservation efforts are at the heart of this initiative, helping to boost the regional economy while creating unforgettable experiences for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're exploring by boat, kayak, or on foot, there’s so much to uncover along these waterways, from engineering marvels like the Peterborough Lift Lock to the serene beauty of Ontario’s stunning canals. Parks Canada Website: https://parks.canada.ca/trentsevern Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrentSevernNHS/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/TrentSevernNHS The Villager Magazine Website: https://villagermagazine.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheVillagerCommunityNews/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevillagermagazine/ Newsletter: https://villagermagazine.ca/subscribe/ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:26 - Canada Strong Pass Overview 03:48 - Maximizing Canada Strong Pass Benefits 06:54… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/behind-the-village-podcast-7047785/episodes/insider-tips-to-explore-ontario-s-waterways-and-support-canadian-tourism-karen-feeley/transcription-requests` — Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-village-podcast-7047785/insider-tips-to-explore-ontario-s-waterways-and-support-canadian-tourism-karen-feeley.md` — Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.