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Article: Five fearless explorers.(CANADA CLOSE-UP)(Brief biography)
- Article from:
- Kayak - Canada's History Magazine for Kids
- Article date:
- May 1, 2008
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Are you the adventurous type? Do you love the great outdoors? Would you be willing to leave behind the comforts of home and venture into unknown territory ... without a map?
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If you answered "yes" to all of these questions, then you might have what it takes to be an explorer.
Throughout the centuries, all kinds of people have explored our country and its regions. Over the next few pages, we take a brief look at five of Canada's most daring early explorers. These guys crossed dangerous waters, trekked through unfamiliar lands, and encountered strange new people and animals. They faced countless unknown dangers. And, with ...