Late October 2013 my mom and I took a road trip to Utah – first stop Zion National Park. The entire park was absolutely spectacular with yellowing cottonwoods lining the Virgin River, orange-red rocks rising up on either side to… Read More ›
Hiking
Day 12: Lake Louise – Banff
To day: 59km, 220m To date: 915.5km, 9,950m To go: 6,885km So just to clarify how I am doing this – I am only keeping count of my riding days in the title – and not my rest days… I… Read More ›
Hiking Poles: Pro/Con LIST
I had always thought hiking poles were for Gords (a term I am borrowing from my brother – people who require all the top notch gear to do any activity and in that lose the essence of the activity itself). In… Read More ›
Ursacks: Beginner’s Guide
I recently purchased two Ursacks for my bicycle trip across Canada this summer (yes this is happening!!). I had never heard of an ursack until a couple days ago, and if you are like me – let me give… Read More ›
The West Coast Trail Part 2: Cribs Creek – Port Renfrew
Day 4: Cullite Cove, 16.5km; 58km Total We had a huge reason to celebrate today – Chez Monique’s. This little arrangment of chairs on the sand served some mighty fine bacon and eggs…. and the best coffee!! Perhaps also the… Read More ›
The West Coast Trail Part 1: Bamfield – Cribs Creek (41.5km)
“The West Coast Trail is recommended for experienced backpackers only.” Hmmmm…. Challenge accepted :)
West Coast Trail: T – 1 day
Whats in my bag????? A lot of stuff…. far… Read More ›
Mt. Finlayson
Highlights: Great cardio, fun scrambles, beautiful views Distance: The direct trail up is 1.8km each way – elevation gained is 419m. If you choose to take the longer, less steep, easier on the knees, and safer in the rain trail… Read More ›
Book Review: Wild by Cheryl Strayed
Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail Rating: Loved it! Who for: People wanting to reminisce about long-distance hiking (or other sport), people who want to be inspired, people who have lost someone, or themselves Who Not… Read More ›
The Chief
I have been in Squamish a lot this past month babysitting (or “hanging out with” as we prefer to call it) my nieces. It has been a bit chaotic, especially since I consider turning the volume on the radio past… Read More ›
