How to Balance Pregnancy and Outdoor Adventure
“I’m too pregnant for this shit!” I want to shout more expletives into the icy void, but the snow I’m wiping off my face—after having fallen for what feels like the hundredth time—muffles my words. I’m...
View ArticleTelegraph Cove: A Story of Resilience and Hope
Early in the morning of December 31, 2024, Mary Borrowman looked out of her window and saw a huge orange glow in the sky. Telegraph Cove, the heartbeat of North Vancouver Island, was on fire. “The...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Guide to Bungee Jumping in Canada’s Most Thrilling Spots
Delivering an adrenaline-pumping rush like no other, bungee jumping is the ultimate extreme adventure. Standing on the edge of a platform and taking the leap into the unknown challenges your limits,...
View ArticleSkydiving in Canada: Top Destinations for the Ultimate Thrill
There’s nothing quite like the rush of jumping out of a plane at 10,000 feet or 3,048 metres, the wind roaring past as you freefall toward the Earth—pure adrenaline, complete freedom. Whether you’re a...
View Article5 Thrilling Board and Card Games That’ll Propel You from Indoors to the Great...
So, you want to enjoy some outdoor adventure, but you’re stuck inside due to an injury or illness? Or maybe it’s pouring rain so hard or blowing and snowing so strongly, you just want to stay inside...
View ArticleHow To Survive A Ski-In Winter Camping Experience
Baldface Valhalla near Nelson, BC is one of the most legendary cat-skiing destinations on the planet—a bucket-list experience for any powder enthusiast. So, when The North Face invited me to experience...
View Article15 Cozy and Romantic Winter Date Ideas for a Heartwarming Snowy Escape
Winter is the coziest time to be together. Take your loved one outside for an adventure together this winter season. Whether you’re searching for serene nature vibes, hoping to impress them with your...
View ArticleBest Tips on Reserving BC’s Spectacular Campsites
Scoring a campsite in British Columbia, whether at a provincial or national park, takes a mix of luck, strategy and solid planning, especially during the peak months of May through September. With high...
View ArticleVictoria’s New Flavour Trail: Barns, Beaches and Beyond!
Years ago, I was travelling through Iceland when a local asked me where I was from. When I replied ‘Canada,’ he went on for several minutes about the country’s beauty, focusing on BC’s beautiful...
View ArticleChasing the North Star in a Dying Climate: A Fight for Hope and Survival
In my second year of university, I took a class on environmental conservation as an elective. At the time, its sole purpose was to fulfill my credits, and my motivation to take it was because it was a...
View ArticleHere’s How Trump’s US Tariffs Could Impact Canada’s Outdoor Industry
News about tariffs between Canada and the United States has been impossible to miss these past few weeks. It started in late January when Donald Trump announced plans for sweeping tariffs starting on...
View ArticleProud to be Canadian: 5 Great Travel Destinations in Canada
So, you want to travel, but you’d rather not go too far from home? Want to stay in Canada but experience a new kind of adventure? There’s no better time to explore our own big, beautiful country, which...
View ArticleThe Amazing Legacy of Olympian Nancy Greene Raine
One of the best descriptions of Nancy Greene Raine can be found in a short film of her amazing life and illustrious career as an Olympic champion, ski resort entrepreneur, member of the Order of...
View Article6 Canadian Outdoor Adventure Brands to Support Now
With steep 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian imports on the horizon and a trade war brewing, Canadians are rallying behind homegrown businesses. However, buying local isn’t just about sidestepping...
View Article6 Amazing Camping Recipes All With Food Made in Canada
From the snap of the match and the crackle of those first dry twigs to the dance of the orange flames, there’s something about a campfire that invokes an endless state of relaxation. When the first...
View ArticleThe Happy Camper: Outdoor Shows Busier Than Ever in 2025
I’m only halfway through my spring 2025 speaking tour (a big thanks to Explore Magazine for being one of the sponsors), and I’ve got to say, there’s a lot of outdoorsy people out there. More than ever,...
View ArticleEmbark on an Epic Adventure in Canada with Great Canadian Trails
From coast to coast to coast, Canada’s wide open spaces beckon adventurers with limitless ways to enjoy our great outdoors. Whether it’s cycling along former rail trails in Quebec, hiking the ruggedly...
View Article5 Bucket List Hikes That Are Way Better with a Group
There’s something magical about hitting the trails with your favorite people. From the camaraderie to the shared awe of breathtaking landscapes and the simple joy of swapping stories, hiking with your...
View ArticleAlberta’s Mighty Peace Region Has the Best Summer Adventures
Summer is on the horizon, bringing longer days, warmer air, and the perfect excuse to swap your skis for hiking boots. If you’re craving adventure, there’s no better time to explore Canada’s untamed...
View ArticleWhere Luxury and Adventure Converge
My paddle slices through salty water as my kayak floats towards a tangle of vines. I duck my head, awake and aware of my surroundings in nature, and continue forward through the canal. I’m discovering...
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