I have really come to love the Kananaskis region over the last few years of visiting the Canadian Rockies. Located less than an hour drive outside Calgary, Kananaskis Country is …
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 …
Hiking Ha Ling Peak
If you have been to Canmore, chances are you’ve seen Ha Ling Peak. One of the famous peaks of the Canmore Triple Crown (alongside East End of Rundle and Mt. …
Larissa Arthur: Completing 100 Hikes for Dad
Larissa Arthur was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta with the Canadian Rockies right in her backyard. She grew up spending lots of time in the mountains with her parents and …
Day Trip: Hiking Above Lake Louise
The iconic Lake Louise is internationally known for its turquoise waters, jaw-dropping glacial mountain scenery and numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation. Each summer, people from all over the world travel …
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 …
Conquering the Skyline Trail in Jasper National Park
Overpacking has always been a bit of a problem of mine, so for this trip I made it a goal to pack lightly. I failed, once again on meeting that …
Meetup: Rummel Ridge
One of the reasons I started This Adventure Life was to create a community of outdoor adventure enthusiasts. I envisioned a website that adventurers around the world could use as …
Why Do You Do What You Do?
First of all, congratulations on surviving the seemingly endless month of January. Is there a tougher month to endure than that one? After my morning routine in the gym, my …
Nepal: Love at First Sight
Last month I fell in love, head over heels in love. I met the Himalayas. It was love at first sight. Forever, a piece of my heart will remain there. …
Snowshoeing in Colorado
I missed that feeling of release in your chest that only comes (for me at least!) from standing alone in the middle of the wilderness, save for a hiking buddy …
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 …