On our long drive back from Kelowna, we decided to take a break in the small town of Golden. Driving along Highway 1 (the Trans-Canada Highway), you may think that …
Dino Peaks: Spreading Happiness in the Canadian Rockies
Richard Pastores, 24, lives in Calgary and lives to explore the nearby Rocky Mountains. He is described by many as an activist, adventurous and bubbly, which helps him when he …
Secrets of Nahanni: An Expedition and Adventure Documentary Trailer
“Secrets of Nahanni” will follow the journey of an incredible expedition crew made up of a small filmmaking team, river guides and led by Canadian Explorer, TEDx Speaker and Adventure …
Simon Jette: Scrambling and Summiting Peaks in the Canadian Rockies
Simon, otherwise known as “Simon the Scrambler” throughout the Alberta hiking and scrambling community, is easily recognizable on the peaks by his bright blue hiking attire. Originally from Montreal, Quebec, …
Greenland: My Grand Adventure
Ski across Greenland they said… What a grand adventure I thought… but does anyone else have this problem with wearing rose tinted glasses when dreaming up the next big adventure? …
Logan Beaulieu: Embracing Life Through Running
For Logan Beaulieu, living a healthy lifestyle today is not only a way of life, but also a passion. He holds an immense respect for those with active lifestyles. His …
Lissy L’Amoreaux: A Wanderful Life
East coaster turned west coaster, Lissy grew up in upstate NY around lakes and waterfalls which sparked her love for nature and the outdoors. As a person who isn’t a fan …
Hiking Devil’s Thumb and Big Beehive, Lake Louise
Lake Louise is more than just one of the most beautiful glacial mountain lakes in the world. It is a special region of vibrant turquoise lakes, soaring rugged, snowcapped mountain …
Night Photography: Chasing the Milky Way
This past Thursday night I left to go out to the desert here in California with one of my best friends. We took off around 8 and got there at …
Abby Lewtas: The Wanderluster’s Mind
Abby Lewtas is an Adventurer, Life coach, Speaker and Blogger. She works with adventures and travelers to help them find their purpose, harmony and lean into life of the road. …
Why Am I Skiing Across Greenland?
This expedition is in celebration of Fridtjof Nansen, the incredibly inspirational polar explorer. His explorations were facilitated in a way that was respectful of his team and their lives. He …
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Have you ever wanted to explore some of the largest trees on this planet or quite possibly one of the most beautiful canyons in the world? Well that all exists …
Kieren Britton: The Bus Adventuress
Kieren is an all around adventurer. Though she grew up in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan she’s always been drawn west. Since the ripe old age of 6 weeks, Kieren has been camping, …
Patricia Alcivar: Inspiring Quest for the Seven Summits
Patty Alcivar is originally from Barranquilla, Colombia and considers herself an all around athlete. Leaving an abusive home at the age of 15 and working after school and paying rent …
Why Do I Hike?
When I tell people I love hiking, I always get different reactions. Some people think its “cool”, others think I’m a badass and a select few think I’m boring. Most …
Conquering the Inca Trail
I told myself I would be a minimalist as I was packing my day bag and porter bag for the upcoming trek. The morning of Day One, I realized once …
Fauve Elise Figueroa: Hiking Hawaii
Fauve, 29, has been a physician assistant for almost 6 years. Growing up in southeastern Pennsylvania, she never considered herself to be outdoorsy or athletic and the only vacation she had …
The Mountain Life: Bre Mirynech
Bre Mirynech, 24 years old, is a full time lover of the outdoors and life. She lives in Banff, Alberta, Canada. She moved from Ontario over four years ago and …
Caz and Gordon: Two Local Explorers
Caz and Gordon are two folks born and bred in the North East of England cleverly disguised as grownups. They met in the woods on a dark, dark night in …
Jessi-Lynn Gloria: Alpine Ascents
Jessi, originally from Saskatchewan, currently lives in the Canadian Rockies, a premier destination for world-class climbing, alpine adventure and scenery. Jessi is a mountain hiker, climber and scrambler who loves to …
Tahir Razzaq: Diversity and Adventure
Tahir is a talented and adventurous 24 year old living in Salt Lake City with a passion for the outdoors. He is driven through his desire to explore and to …
An Amateur Dirtbag’s Guide to Zion National Park in the Winter
“I feel bad about Ben,” J.C. muttered as we tip-toed down the razor’s edge of Angels Landing. “He would have loved this.” I nodded, squinting as I peered off into …
Brazen Backpacker: Emily Pennington
Emily Pennington (otherwise known as Brazen Backpacker) is an adventurer, solo traveler, quote collector, and all around lover of things that get people out of their comfort zones. She was …
Travelization Maps: For the Traveling Civilization
We’ve seen them all over social media: scratch-off maps that reveal where we have gone. Not only can we use them to show off where we have been, but we …
An Arctic Surf Story: Interview with Tom Park
Around a year ago I drove to San Francisco through rain and rush hour traffic to see the premier of Under an Arctic Sky by acclaimed adventure photographer and videographer Chris Burkard. …
Why You Need to Visit Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
If you are planning a trip to Iceland, I highly recommend you place Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon on your list. It’s a really popular tourist attraction, especially in the summer, and …
Kent Essex Photography: Never Stop Exploring
Kent is an Ontario-based photographer and avid adventure enthusiast who recently got back from Iceland. There, he explored and documented the northern lights, glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, volcanoes and more. He …
Juliana Brewer: Opting Outside
Juliana is originally from Brazil and has been in the United States for almost 19 years. She is married to a wonderful man, and together they have three amazing kids, who are her …
Why Are Glacial Lakes So Turquoise?
Have you seen photos of those piercingly blue and green colored lakes with towering mountains around them? I’m going to assume you’ve probably seen photos of Peyto Lake, Lake Moraine …
Kate Fletcher: Bags Always Packed
Kate Fletcher, originally born in Melbourne, Australia, now spends her time chasing the Winter across the hemispheres. In between ski season she can be found hiking, climbing, camping or skiing …
Kara and Luis: Ever After Nomads
Kara and Luis are travel bloggers who are determined to see as much of the world as they can. Kara grew up in a small ski resort and coal mining …
Discovering Mexico’s Cenotes
It wasn’t until about a year ago that I branched out in life, stepping out of my comfort zone to explore cool spots hidden off the trail. For the first …
Janmay Nicole: Exploring Mountains
Janmay is an adventurous Filipina who moved to Canada 3 years ago to start a new life. Canada did not disappoint; her move opened up more opportunities in work and adventure. …
Wilderness Badass: Miguel Bolanos
Miguel of Wilderness Badass is an adventure junkie. Always has been. Always will be. He is an outdoorsman, a waterman, and a hopeless optimist. Surfing and paddling outrigger canoes is what …
Eric and Veronica: Dare to Hygge
Eric and Veronika of Dare to Hygge (pronounced HOO-gah) have been together for about 3 years now. They love adventure, visiting the US National Parks and traveling to new cities …