Last weekend, Arcteryx challenged me to fully embrace winter in the Canadian Rockies. Having the summit of East End of Rundle on our hearts from the prior weekend, we knew exactly what we wanted to accomplish. So I packed my car with a close friend and took off to Canmore Alberta! The team at @ArcteryxWestEdmonton made sure that we were well equipped for this winter scramble with the Atom LT mid-layer from their 2017 Fall/Winter collection.
Assiniboine National Park Assiniboine National Park Here’s how my week went:Monday, finished my last final exam of the semester.Immediately ran home to take off for an overnight, 55km,hiking trip with @nathanielatakora and @bruinalexander.And with that, we took off into the backcountry. I’mback home now but it was, without a doubt, the best wayto kick off …
Agnes Lake, Banff National Park Agnes Lake, Banff National Park Hiking at Lake Louise is amazing, due to its hiking accessibility and dramatic peaks. While it is one of the most visited hiking areas near Banff National Park, there’s a secret lake hidden behind the south mountain range. Lake Agnes is a small mountain lake …
Bears Hump, Waterton Bears Hump, Waterton This trek has spectacular views of Abraham Lake, and is located on crown land. Due to this, I’ve stayed overnight on the ridge a few times. It can get very windy and it is vital to note that it is a steep starting climb with severe scrambling throughout the …
Vision Quest, Alberta Vision Quest, Alberta This trek has spectacular views of Abraham Lake, and is located on crown land. Due to this, I’ve stayed overnight on the ridge a few times. It can get very windy and it is vital to note that it is a steep starting climb with severe scrambling throughout the …
Elk Mountain, British Columbia Elk Mountain, British Columbia During the month of July, Mars is at its closest since 2003! To celebrate the point in Mars’ orbit, Tyler and I hiked up Elk mountain 4 km uphill to an incredible viewpoint overlooking the Fraser Valley in Chilliwack, BC. As the sun ducked below the horizion …
The Fortress, Alberta The Fortress, Alberta There’s nothing like conquering The Fortress with a bunch of friends! The Fortress is a peak in Kananaskis Park, Canada, located southeast of Gusty Peak in the Kananaskis River Valley. The Fortress is a peak in the Canadian Rockies’ Kananaskis River Valley. The north face has a fortress-like aspect …
Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park Nestled in Banff National Park, a short drive from Banff, Johnston Canyon’s lower falls is a must-do hike in the area. It’s around 3 hours round trip, which makes it incredibly accessible to any hiking skill level. This waterfall is along the walk and you …
Find The Cabins Near Vancouver At Mount Cypress Find The Cabins Near Vancouver At Mount Cypress WHERE CAN I FIND THE CYPRESS MOUNTAIN CABINS? During my first time it took us around 45 minutes to drive up to the turnoff from Vancouver, and we were delayed due to traffic heading into the ski area. …
Lake Lovely Water, British Columbia Lake Lovely Water, British Columbia The City of Squamish has some of the most beautiful heli tours in the world. This lake is only accessible by helicopter or boat across the Howe Sound Inlet. You’ll need to prepare for this one, there’s no doubt. week @CaleyVanular, in partnership with Bumble BFF & …
Athabaska Glacier, Alberta Athabaska Glacier, Alberta The Athabaska Glacier is a beautiful destination nestled in the heart of Banff Nation Bark. Located halfway between Jasper and Banff, you’ll need to make a road trip out of this destination. Be careful on your route, as the glacier is a dangerous naturally occurring place and partially collapses …
Lighthouse Park, British Columbia Lighthouse Park, British Columbia Lighthouse Park is a beautiful destination for people of all ages. Given that it is only 30 minutes from Downtown Vancouver, this easy hike is approachable for even the occasional sightseer. Guided by a well-maintained trail, the lighthouse is only 15 minutes from the parking lot. Catch …
Last weekend, Arcteryx challenged me to fully embrace winter in the Canadian Rockies. Having the summit of East End of Rundle on our hearts from the prior weekend, we knew exactly what we wanted to accomplish. So I packed my car with a close friend and took off to Canmore Alberta! The team at @ArcteryxWestEdmonton made sure that we were well equipped for this winter scramble with the Atom LT mid-layer from their 2017 Fall/Winter collection.
