Abbot Ridge Trail Guide | Glacier National Park, BC, Canada
The Abbot Ridge trail is a complete and utter stunner from start to finish. It exhibits all the goodness Glacier National Park has to offer, packed into a single day hike. The trail climbs relentlessly at the beginning but, you won’t even notice the 1400m elevation gain as you’ll be so awestruck by the 360 […]
10 SECRETS to CATCH More VEDDER River COHO Salmon
Coho Salmon are notoriously hard to catch, but those silver bullets are absolutely delightful on a dinner plate! When I first started fishing I used to struggle to find Coho and once I did, I would lose 50% of the coho salmon that I would hook into. Here are the top 10 secrets to catching […]
10 Tips To Catch More Chinook Salmon On The Vedder River
I’ve fished the Vedder River for many years and have met and fished with some of the ‘Best Rods on The River’. I’ve never even come close to landing as many fish as some of these legends. But I’ve got something they don’t have. It’s an extremely special skillset that I’m sure many of you […]
The 5 Best Easy Hikes in Powell River, BC
Powell River is an outdoors playground! It is best known for the renowned Sunshine Coast hut to hut hiking trail. But, what if you just want something quick. No problem. Here’s a detailed guide of my 5 favourite easy hikes that you need to try in Powell River BC. Remember the Backcountry Basics Know […]
Biking the Kettle Valley Trail from Myra Canyon to Penticton (KVR Cycling Guide)
The Kettle Valley Rail Trail (KVR) is one of the most epic biking adventures in British Columbia. It offers a glimpse into the province’s history following the path of the original Kettle Valley Railway which opened in 1915. Now the decommissioned tracks are home to a 650km network of trails and connected pathways from Hope […]
How To Store Ski & Snowboard Gear Properly in The Offseason
There’s a single sentence that I struggle to stutter every year. Something us skiers have to say. Seven words so powerful it takes weeks conjure the strength to spell. I am forced to speak these words once a year when the wonderful wonders of winter are no more. “IT’S TIME TO HANG THE BOOTS UP.” […]
How to Choose the Right Truck Cap/Canopy for Truck Bed Camping
What Is a Truck Canopy, Camper Shell, Cap or Topper A truck cap (aka canopy, truck topper, bed cap, box cap, camper shell) is a pickup truck accessory that covers the tailgate of a pickup truck. You probably see truck toppers every single day on the road of all shapes, sizes and colors. Truck caps […]
The Best Mattresses For Your Truck Bed Camping Setup
So you’re trying to build the picture perfect truck camping setup to inhabit as your weekend, part- time or full-time dwelling. AWESOME! Truck bed camping is the ultimate combination of utility, comfort and discreetness while living or travelling on the road. Picking the right style mattress is of the utmost importance in the planning & […]
The Top 6 Beginner Backpacking Trips in British Columbia
Overnight hiking is always the highlight of my summer. I find no greater joy than hiking in the British Columbia backcountry and spending quiet nights among the stars. I’m thrilled you found this article and am ever so happy that I can share my passion for backpacking with you and guide you on your first […]
A Beginners Guide To Overnight Hiking (Backpacking) in BC, Canada | How To Get Started
There is no better feeling than spending a night among the stars in the beautiful BC backcountry. British Columbia is home to some of North America’s best backpacking opportunities, pristine parks and diverse terrain. From the West Coast Trail Stretching Vancouver Island’s Coastline to Mt Assiniboine Provincial park, there are never ending opportunities for hiking […]
