The Kennedy Falls and Big Cedar Tree Hike in Vancouver’s North Shore
The Kennedy Falls and Big Cedar Tree trail rewards you with the opportunity to visit two lesser known, but equally iconic North Shore natural landmarks that adventurers have been visiting for decades. The Kennedy falls trail is not quite the hidden gem it used to be, but still offers a more remote moderate hiking experience […]
‘The Ultimate Car Camping Checklist’ – How to Pack for a Car Camping Trip
Car camping, as defined by me, is driving into a destination, and setting up camp. This is the most participated form of camping in the country with most users spending the night sleeping in a tent or in their vehicle. The other main forms of camping are backcountry (hike-in camping or using a trailer or […]
1-Day Icefields Parkway Guide – 20 of the Most Iconic Stops
The Icefields Parkway is the king of scenic drives in the Rockies and is very deserving of its crown. National geographic even referred to the route as “the most beautiful journey on the planet.” It is about 3 ½ hours of nonstop driving, but we took the better part of 10 hours, filling our day […]
The Ultimate 11 Day Canadian Rockies Summer Road Trip Itinerary
Prior to our summer trip to Banff, Jasper, Yoho and Canmore, I spent hours with Laura designing our optimal plan of attack. Which hikes would be best? Where to stay? What attractions to see?…. The list goes on. The thought of navigating the 1600km Rocky Mountain border and not missing anything was a daunting task. […]
‘Leave No Trace Ethics’ Why they are important & how to practice them when enjoying the outdoors
Leave no trace is an internationally recognized program that is dedicated to educating and encouraging outdoor recreationalists to make decisions that reduce their impacts on the environment. Whether you live to hike, mountain bike, camp, picnic, snowshoe, hunt, paddle, boat, fish, ski or climb we are all on the same team. We want our children […]
How to make a Backcountry ‘Trip Plan’ for your next outdoor adventure
No one ever plans on getting into trouble in the outdoors. However, a simple mistake, changing weather, lapse in judgement, random injury, equipment disfunction or loss of daylight can change even the most basic recreational activity into a troublesome situation. By creating and sharing a simple trip plan with family or friends, someone will be […]
Canada’s “deadliest animals” How to be prepared and protect yourself in the wild
Wildlife Safety & Preparation Basics Whether you are venturing deep in the backcountry, running on a local well trafficked trail, or walking home from work, wildlife surrounds you. It is extremely important for everyone, whether you live in a wild, suburban, or urban environment to be familiar with the wildlife that cohabitate the area and […]
Backcountry Survival Kit Essentials
Having the proper survival gear with you could save your life if you run into some trouble in the backcountry. Everyone has their own preference in terms of weight and the safety gear they like to carry. At a minimum, regardless of your abilities and no matter the length of your wilderness adventure you should […]
How to hike to Joffre Lakes – Pemberton, BC
Ridiculously Busy & Ridiculously Beautiful Joffre Lakes is truly one of BC’s most incredible hikes, it’s also one of the easiest! These are the easiest glacial lakes to access in the province and if you’re new to the mountains the three lakes will undoubtedly hold the most breathtaking watercolors you’ve ever witnessed. Three stunning lakes, […]
Brandywine Mountain Trail Whistler, BC
Quick Summary The upper trailhead to the Brandywine meadows and summit is one of my favourite adventures in the region. A great 4×4 drive, a picturesque green meadow with many clear river runoffs flowing through the grass ending with a steep climb to the ridge and summit opening up unparalleled views of the Callaghan valley […]
