Tower of Babel, Lake Louise AB

It's nearly summer, which means camping and hiking seasons are back in full force. I was scrolling through the camera roll on my phone and came across these photos. I completed this hike back in 2019 and just realized that I have never written about it! The Tower of Babel is a 2.9km out and … Continue reading Tower of Babel, Lake Louise AB →

Evan Thomas Falls Hike, Kananaskis AB

Evan Thomas Creek to Falls is a 10.6km trail in Kananaskis, Alberta with about 546m of elevation gain. We arrived around 10am the find the parking lot mostly full, which was to be expected because of the gorgeous weather. This trail is relatively flat and you can skip most of the elevation entirely if you … Continue reading Evan Thomas Falls Hike, Kananaskis AB →

Outstanding Blogger Award Nomination – Interview With an Adventurer

Thank you so very much Tea & Hiking Boots for the “Outstanding Blogger Award” nomination. I loved reading your response about the silver linings of living through a pandemic, and I share the same appreciation as you for a clean bathroom! I love following the adventures of so many bloggers, and I think its a … Continue reading Outstanding Blogger Award Nomination – Interview With an Adventurer →

7 Days on the Great Divide Trail – Jasper National Park

Last January, my friend Megan mentioned that she was planning to thru-hike the Great Divide Trail in the summer of 2020, and was happy to have company for some of the sections. I figured this would be the perfect opportunity to catch up with a friend and challenge myself to a longer trip. She had … Continue reading 7 Days on the Great Divide Trail – Jasper National Park →

5 Ways to Feel Safer in the Backcountry

It is a strange feeling in this day and age to not be connected to world around you. As someone who keeps their phone no farther than an arms length away at all times, it is a huge adjustment to be completely disconnected, but also an incredibly freeing experience. Education is your power when you … Continue reading 5 Ways to Feel Safer in the Backcountry →

Jewell Pass via Prairie View Loop – Kananaskis, AB

With restrictions beginning to lift and new safety procedures being set in place, my cousin Anya and I decided to head to Banff for the weekend to get a few nights of camping and a few quick hikes in. We were careful to follow all of the safety protocols, and wore masks whenever necessary as … Continue reading Jewell Pass via Prairie View Loop – Kananaskis, AB →

A Day in the Life of a Dog Sled Tour Guide

What goes in to being a musher? Getting paid to pet dogs all day? Here is a snap shot of an average day of a dog sled guide, working one of my favourite jobs but also by far the most difficult! Every morning I would scramble and gather all of my gear and quickly eat … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Dog Sled Tour Guide →

Driving an Ice Explorer on a Glacier

One of my proudest moments was the day I got my class 2 drivers license, it was also one of the most nerve wracking days of my life. I had been hired by a tour company in Jasper to be a driver/guide for their excursions on the Athabasca Glacier, so failing was not an option. … Continue reading Driving an Ice Explorer on a Glacier →

My Top 3 Full Day Hikes in Alberta

There is no better feeling than standing at the top of a mountain, cracking a summit beer, and looking down at the landscape around you. The thing about hiking is that once you catch that first amazing view that makes you fall in love, you can't stop. The search is always on for the next … Continue reading My Top 3 Full Day Hikes in Alberta →

4 Hiking Mistakes We All Make

Making mistakes is all a part of the adventure. It's how we learn, improve, and end up with funny stories to tell our friends. While trial and error is a big part of adventuring, maybe this list can save your feet a few blisters. 1. Improper Foot Care After my first overnight hike I swore … Continue reading 4 Hiking Mistakes We All Make →