The series features animated sequences that bring the lakes’ history to life, premiering April 20
Toronto Ontario, April 4, 2024 – The hugely popular TVO Original series TRIPPING returns with a remarkable boat ride exploring the Muskoka Lakes, one of Ontario’s famous cottage regions. Available to stream across Canada starting April 20 on TVO.
The three-hour scenic documentary offers viewers the opportunity to set aboard a locally built vintage mahogany runabout and join two Muskoka locals as they journey to both well-known and hidden wonders that highlight the region’s charm. Even for those already acquainted with Muskoka, the documentary uncovers history and lore that makes this area so unique.
Animated sequences recreate historic moments along the route, allowing the audience to feel as if they are transported back in time. In addition to the sinking of the Waome passenger steamship, viewers journey to the grand dame of Muskoka resorts, the Royal Muskoka Hotel, which was destroyed by fire in 1952. This Tripping adventure also features present day sights, including “Millionaires’ Row”, historic resorts, stately steamships, an underwater exploration of an eerie shipwreck, “Billionaires’ Row”, and a quaint church accessible only by boat.
Tripping The Muskoka Lakes was filmed across an entire summer using multiple cameras including an underwater drone, to capture the stunning images above and below the water of the lakes. The filmmakers dedicated months to exploring local archives, libraries, and museums, uncovering fascinating stories that showcase what makes Muskoka unique— from the origins of the iconic Muskoka chair to the dramatic kidnapping of beer magnate John Labatt.
Following the success of TRIPPING The Rideau Canal, TRIPPING The Niagara, TRIPPING The Bruce, TRIPPING Train 185 and TRIPPING The French River, the sixth installment, TRIPPING The Muskoka Lakes begins in Gravenhurst, the “Gateway to Muskoka” on Lake Muskoka and ends at the historic Sherwood Inn on Lake Joseph.
Starting April 20, TRIPPING The Muskoka Lakes premieres on digital via TVO Docs YouTube channel, website and Smart TV app and broadcast at 9 p.m. on TVO.
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ABOUT GOOD EARTH
Since 1991, Good Earth Productions has been producing award-winning television documentaries. They have been recognized with several awards including a coveted “Hot Doc.” The company’s current documentary series, Tripping, is in its sixth season and continues to be very well received by TVO viewers. GEP has also produced acclaimed documentaries for CBC, National Geographic and History Television.
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