Abraham Lake, AB Hey Reader, How are you? Have you ever been to Abraham Lake to see the methane bubbles? It's been on my bucket list for a while. I did a girls' trip recently and saw them! They are really amazing to see! We stopped at various points along the way to compare and contrast the different bubbles, from cloudy to clear ice. It was really spectacular to see. We were really lucky to have the perfect driving conditions, and the weather wasn't too cold. On the ice, we barely had any...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? I had a fantastic time in Rocky Mountain House recently. Hiked Siffleur and Crescent Falls. Both are beautiful hikes. Have you done them? The picture above is at the Siffleur Falls viewpoint along the gorge. It's a great place to take pictures of the river and the mountains in the background. Crescent Falls is located close to the parking lot, offering easy access for taking stunning photos of the upper and lower falls. Check out my post 6 Romantic Outdoor Adventures...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? I'm just coming back from a weekend of hiking in Invermere, British Columbia. I had a fantastic girls' trip with my mom! The end of September is still relatively warm in Invermere, making it the perfect time to get out and exercise. It's a 6-hour drive from Edmonton. We headed up Swansea Mountain Tower to get a view of the town. The hike is 6km long, with 355 meters of elevation gain, and is an out-and-back route, taking under three hours. The 180-degree views were...
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? I'm enjoying the warm temperatures we've been having - it feels like a delayed August. I love this time of year when the leaves change colour! I went to Rocky Mountain House with a friend two weekends ago. It was nice to get hiking in the mountains again. The colours were just starting to turn yellow. It reminded me of when I went to Waterton last September and hiked in the golden larches. With the crisp air in the morning and pleasant temperatures in the afternoon,...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? Kris and I are back from backpacking the Berg Lake trail! We had a fantastic time! After years of anticipation, the Berg Lake trail is reopened in 2025, and I've been working behind the scenes on something to make your trip unforgettable. My Berg Lake Backpacking Guide launches in 2 weeks! Here's what's inside: Updated 2025 trail updates and permit info Campsite breakdown and day hike options A free packing checklist NOTIFY ME WHEN THE GUIDE IS LIVE What would you...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? My Banff unique experiences: 3 days summer itinerary is published! After working hard on it for the last couple of months, I'm pleased that you can now read it. If you're short on time when visiting Banff, this itinerary is perfect for you. It includes an assortment of outdoor activities such as hiking Sunshine Meadows and kayaking on Lake Minnewanka. Relax in the hot springs and finish your day with a glass of wine at a classy restaurant. Read Banff Unique...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? Kris and I are backpacking the Berg Lake trail in BC this summer! We are so excited! I've done it multiple times before, 2016 being my last time. However, Kris has never done it, so he's looking forward to this adventure! We'll stay two nights at Robson Pass to go hiking on our day "off". It's always nice to take a break from backpacking and explore the region. This picture is taken from the Toboggan Falls day hike. We'll plan to do this hike to see beautiful views...
10 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? Kris and I are excited to spend time in Jasper this summer before backpacking the Berg Lake Trail in British Columbia. The picture above shows Patricia Lake, thankfully unaffected by last year's fires. A hike called Patricia Lake Circle brings you behind Patricia Lake Bungalows and then near the lake. It's an easy walk with beautiful views. Although a lot of the hikes in Jasper have been affected by the wildfires, nature is starting to regrow, and some trails have...
10 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, How are you? Every year, I say I'll go to Elk Island at Lake Astotin to go kayaking, and I always run out of time. This year, I'm planning on making it happen! I did a good job last year trying different lakes, so I want to continue exploring and add more destinations to my list. Where are you planning on going kayaking this year? *** Kayaking Recommendations: Elk Island Park on Lake Astotin. They have kayak rentals. Condition Report: Water is free of ice but requires a bit more...
10 months ago • 1 min read