The Best 3 Backcountry Trips For Beginners
There’s something about backcountry camping that is so different from frontcountry. Maybe it’s the sense of accomplishment from completing the […]
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Lake Minnewanka, Banff National Park
As a Calgarian, Banff is practically in my backyard, but Lake Minnewanka still remains unexplored. It’s a popular spot for camping, paddling, and hiking, but the crowds in summer can take away from the tranquility. I’m eyeing a spring or weekday visit to enjoy the stunning blue gem in the Rockies. Any recommendations?
Beaver Mines Lake Campground in Castle Provincial Park
In mid-July we booked a campsite at Beaver Mines Lake, a campground I had never been to before. It is
A Beginner’s Backcountry Camping Trip to Mount Romulus
If you have ever wanted to start backcountry camping, Mount Romulus is a great campsite to start at. The campsite
Ribbon Lake via Buller Pass: My First Backcountry Trip
Although I had gone on backcountry adventures through summer camps (first as a camper, later as a counsellor), it wasn’t
A Casual Hiker’s Guide to Backpacking
If you enjoy camping and hiking, chances are you’ll love backcountry camping. It can seem daunting to start backpacking in
What to Pack? Backpacking Clothes Edition
Packing can be a daunting task for any trip, but especially the first time you go backpacking. With a goal
Camping in History at Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park
Writing-on-Stone/Áísínai’pi is on traditional Blackfoot territory in the Milk River Valley. The region contains engravings and paintings on the sandstone
Camping in Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park
Cypress Hills is a provincial park shared between Alberta and Saskatchewan. In the summer of 2021, I spent a weekend