Backpacking Poboktan trail successfully required some patience and determination. In the mountains, there's always a chance of snow, especially in June. We encountered snow as well as other unexpected challenges. It took us forty-five minutes to climb over trees that had fallen all across the trail. We thought of turning around wondering if the trail would improve or if it … [Read more...] about Backpacking Poboktan Trail Successfully
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Lake Isle Kayaking Adventures: Four Directions to Consider when Kayaking
A gorgeous day kayaking from Lake Isle Kayaking Adventures. Location: Lake Isle Kayaking Adventures is located at Lake Isle 53413, Range Rd 62, AB T0E 0W0. Once you arrive at the end of the road (road converts into a boat launch), turn left and park on the grass, where it says Lake Isle Kayaking Adventures parking. Walk, following the arrows until you reach Cynthia at … [Read more...] about Lake Isle Kayaking Adventures: Four Directions to Consider when Kayaking
My Journey: Love for the Outdoors
I was asked recently how I fell in love with the outdoors and how it became such a big part of my life. In this post, I want to share how that happened and why my mission in life now is to inspire families to do the same. I started loving nature when I was a young child due to my parents' willingness to immerse us in the outdoors. We participated in many different outdoor … [Read more...] about My Journey: Love for the Outdoors
Review: MEC Seat Cushion
Product: MEC Seat Cushion Price: $29.95 Store: MEC Hiking is a wonderful activity but when there aren't picnic tables or nice thick grass to sit on at lunch, it can feel a bit awkward to find a place to sit. You most likely don't want to stand, since you've probably had to walk a fair distance to reach a lunch spot and sitting on jagged rocks doesn't seem appealing … [Read more...] about Review: MEC Seat Cushion
Athabasca Glacier Hike: What to Expect?
Kris and I joined some friends on the Athabasca Glacier hike last summer in July. We were part of a group with another couple and a guide. It was a spectacular adventure! Made for some gorgeous pictures and some excellent quality time with friends and Kris. My partner got to experience repelling down into a crevasse. He's braver than I am! It was a different hiking trip than … [Read more...] about Athabasca Glacier Hike: What to Expect?