What's a person to do when you're craving new scenery but a trip somewhere far isn't in the cards? Go explore a new trail, of course! We're so lucky to have an abundance of excellent hiking trails in Peterborough and...

Your rainwear can help you stay dry and happy on your spring adventures, or it can leave you a soggy and sweaty mess. But with so many options and products out there, how do you choose? Should you default to...

Wild Rock has been committed to Peterborough’s downtown core for almost 30 years. Over these years we have had pressure and opportunity to move out of the downtown, but we believe strongly in the need for a community to have...

As an outdoor retailer, our mission here at Wild Rock has always been to encourage more folks to get outdoors to enjoy our community and the natural playground that surrounds us. We take that mission seriously, and mitigating the environmental,...

You learn to miss the fear, but not at first.First, everything is confusing and intimidating.It takes me ten minutes just to figure out how to cross the street in Vietnam. I’m not exaggerating. I walk to the corner toward the...

Wild Rock has been committed to Peterborough’s downtown core for almost 30 years. Over these years we have had pressure and opportunity to move out of the downtown, but we believe strongly in the need for a community to have...

We recently had a chat with Wendi Reid from Kawartha Nordic Ski Club. It's one of our favourite places in the Kawarthas, and we wanted to give them a little shoutout just in time for the snow this weekend! WHAT’S...

Icy winter roads, stormy skies, or injuries can make it hard to get out and enjoy the outdoors. For those days you'd rather just stay in bed, here are our recommendations to make the most of the time indoors: with...

One of the best ways to experience Peterborough’s natural beauty is from the trail. Whether you like a good challenge, or prefer a leisurely stroll, our backyard is loaded with trail options for anyone who wants to get outdoors. And...