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St. Mark’s Summit Hike in West Vancouver
With incredible panoramic views of the waters of Howe Sound dotted with small islands, the St. Mark’s Summit trail is one of Vancouver’s best hikes. I also love the gorgeous forest on the way to the...
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Dehydrating Food For Backpacking: A Beginner’s Guide
When I started backpacking during university, I didn’t have much money and was appalled at how much packaged backpacking meals cost. So I decided to learn how to make them myself. In this post, I’ll...
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Dehydrated Mushroom Risotto For Backpacking
I go backpacking a lot (I’ve actually written two backpacking guidebooks), so that means I eat a lot of backpacking food. Over the years I’ve tried lots of meals, but one that I keep returning to is...
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25+ Women’s Adventure Books That Will Inspire You
Most outdoor adventure books are by and about men. I’ve made it a point over the past few years to seek out women’s adventure books. I love reading memoirs from female hikers, skiers, mountaineers,...
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15 Best Easy Hikes in Moab
With Arches and Canyonlands National Parks nearby and tons of gorgeous BLM land, there are tons of trails in Moab, Utah. But if you’re a beginner, hiking with kids, or just short on time, you need to...
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16 Backpacking Breakfast Ideas
The first time I went backpacking, I discovered that I hated oatmeal. But it’s probably the most common breakfast on the trail so for a while I suffered through. But over the years I’ve come up with...
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The Ultimate Yellowstone Packing List for Every Summer Visitor
A few years ago, I spent a week in Yellowstone National Park. OMG, what an incredible place! I did a bunch of research about what to see before I went, but I couldn’t find much info on what to pack...
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Joffre Lakes Hike (By a Local)
Joffre Lakes near Whistler, BC is a spectacular spot: three gorgeous turquoise lakes surrounded by glacier-capped mountains. I first hiked to Joffre Lakes in 2004 and have returned every few years...
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BC Parks Day Passes 2024 – Everything You Need to Know
If you’re reading this post, you have heard that you need to get a day pass to visit some BC Parks. But you probably have questions. In this guide, I’ll explain everything you need to know about BC...
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2024 West Coast Trail Hiking Guide
The West Coast Trail is one of the best-known hiking trails in Canada. It covers 75km through some of the toughest and most beautiful terrain in British Columbia’s coastal rainforest. I first hiked...
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The Ultimate Self-Guided Tour of Stockholm Subway Art
A few years ago, I unexpectedly had a chance to go to Stockholm. I went not knowing what to expect and came home totally in love with this quirky and beautiful city. Besides exploring the old town...
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60 Cozy Cabins Near Vancouver for a Weekend Getaway
There’s something special about escaping to a cabin in the woods… or by the ocean…or by the lake… or… you get the picture! Renting a cabin is my preferred way to spend a weekend chilling out in...
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Best Hiking Underwear For Women and Men
You’ll find countless discussions about hiking clothes online, but for some reason, not that that many about underwear. Which I find a little strange since if they aren’t comfortable, the wrong...
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16 Best Hikes in Newfoundland
I’ve been to Newfoundland twice, and the main reason for both of my trips has been hiking. It’s such a gorgeous place with so many incredible trails, most with beautiful coastal views. In this post,...
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Best Sun Hoodies for Hiking
I got my first sun hoodie a few years ago. Initially, I was skeptical, but now it’s all I want to wear for hiking and backpacking. In this post, I’ve got everything you need to know about sun hoodies...
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How to Find Trail Conditions
We’ve all heard this advice: “Make sure you are prepared. Check trail conditions online before you go.” But how do you actually find trail conditions? How do you find out if the trail is muddy, snowy,...
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12 Best Things To Do on Bowen Island, BC
Bowen Island is one of my favourite getaways from Vancouver. It’s a small, forested island with a rugged coastline and a close-knit community of about 4,200 people. There are so many things to do on...
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18 Best Things to Do in St. John’s, Newfoundland
St. John’s is a lot of things: the oldest city in North America, the capital of Newfoundland, and the easternmost point in Canada. It’s also a vibrant and friendly city that I love so much I’ve...
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22 Weekend Getaways from Vancouver
While Vancouver is a beautiful city with lots to offer, sometimes you just want to get out of town. Living here my whole life, I’ve been on more weekend trips from Vancouver than I can count. I’ve put...
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How to Prevent Blisters When Hiking
I’ve been on countless backpacking trips over the years (I’m a hiking guidebook author), but somehow I still end up with blisters every few years. I know all the tips and tricks to prevent blisters...
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