Trails for Winter Trail Running in the Eastern Fraser Valley, Cascades and Canyons
Winters in the mountains are a tough time for trail running. Maybe not for everyone, but I prefer running high up in the alpine whenever possible. And from October until about June, those places are typically covered in a deep blanket of snow, making running next to impossible. Of course we can still snowshoe up there sometimes, which is wonderful, and I’ve recently got into…
Guide to Hiking in Hope, BC
Everyone knows the North Shore, up the Sea to Sky, and even the Fraser Valley (well, Chilliwack) as the best areas to hike near Vancouver. But did you know that just 20 minutes beyond Chilliwack is the start of another epic area known as “Hope, Cascades and Canyons”? Not well-known, seriously underrated, and so darn fantastic I almost don’t want to tell you about it…
Gear Review: Vessi Cityscape 2.0 Shoes
I first experienced Vessi shoes back in 2018 when I did my first review of their original Cityscape shoe. Vessi was just such a rad company making fully waterPROOF knit shoes – stylish, comfy and perfect for our WETcoast weather – so I just had to try them out. Now that they’ve launched a new version of those – the Cityscape Classic (aka the Cityscape…
Gear Review: Vessi Weekend Chelsea and Weekend Sneaker Shoes
I first experienced Vessi shoes back in 2018 when I did my first review of their original Cityscape shoe. Vessi was just such a rad company making fully waterPROOF knit shoes – stylish, comfy and perfect for our WETcoast weather – so I just had to try them out. Now that they’ve launched a new version of those – the Cityscape Classic (aka the Cityscape…
Gear Review: Olight Array 2S Headlamp
A good headlamp is one of the most important pieces of equipment for every hiker. Lack of light is the number one reason hikers call for Search and Rescue, wrongly thinking a cell phone light or other non-technical light will be sufficient. So when Olight reached out to ask me to review another headlamp of theirs, I was very happy to participate. You may recall,…
Dragon’s Back (Kw’okw’echíwel Stl’áleqem)
Dragon’s Back (Kw’okw’echíwel Stl’áleqem) – a hiking trail in Hope (Silver Creek), British Columbia
Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Vancouver
One of the best things to do with kids is hiking. It is a wonderful free activity close to home that creates a memorable bonding experience both you and they will remember always. Younger or older, children of all ages (and their caregivers!) benefit greatly from hiking. It helps toddlers new to walking develop important skills like balance and agility as they navigate over uneven…
How-To: Water for Hiking, Backpacking and Camping
Water. Hydration. It is, or should be, one of your top concerns when spending time in the wilderness like hiking, backpacking and camping. Because after air, water is the most needed item for your survival. Inadequate hydration can also lead to physical impairments like cramps, spasms and extreme fatigue which are common causes of accidents. Being dehydrated can also cause you to overheat or become…
SoCIAL LITE Vodka Sodas
This is a paid advertisement sponsored by SoCIAL LITE I was introduced to SoCIAL LITE Vodka Sodas last year to test out and share with the hiking community and I must say, they make for an awesome mountaintop cheers. The bubbles and light fruity flavour are refreshing after a sweaty grind up the mountain or day out in the sun. I love partnering with Canadian…
Guide to Hiking the Berg Lake Trail
The Berg Lake Trail in Mount Robson Provincial Park is a must-do hike that should be on your bucketlist if it isn’t already. Located near Jasper in the Canadian Rockies, the Berg Lake Trail is absolutely spectacular, with stunning views of mountains, glaciers, glacial lakes, biodiverse river valleys, and more. Read on below for a detailed guide to hiking the Berg Lake Trail including trail…