Whether it’s from discomfort of the cold or for safety concerns, many people end their hiking season when the snow starts falling. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There are plenty of great, safe winter trails in our local mountains (some suggestions are at the bottom of this post). With the proper gear, you can […]
A Stay at the Journeyman Lodge in Callaghan Country
Callaghan Country is located near the Whistler Olympic Park, and is home to a true winter backcountry experience. Whether you want cross-country skiing on groomed trail, downhill turns in deep powder, snowshoeing trails, or just a relaxing stay by the fire inside a comfy full-service chalet, Callaghan Country has you covered. Staying at the Journeyman Lodge […]
Gear Review: DU/ER “No Sweat” Pants
A Vancouver company might be onto something big, as they’ve created pants that can be worn to work, yet are comfortable and flexible enough to rock climb in. The idea behind these pants is that you can wear pants that look good, keep you performing your best, comfortable, and best of all, won’t make you […]
Review: Nikwax Wool Wash & Down Wash
Everyone who does a lot of hiking and camping will have their favorite pieces of gear, whether its a tent, jacket or sleeping bag. In order to ensure that your gear lasts, you need to take good care of it, regardless of whether it is down-filled gear, merino wool mid-layer clothing or anything else.
Gear Review: BlenderBottle GoStak
The BlenderBottle GoStak is a portable storage/blending unit which is designed to allow for nutritious eating while on the go. The GoStak 4-pack consists of four containers of varying sizes which all stack and screw tightly together, forming an air-tight seal.
Wenger EvoGrip S18 Swiss Army Knife Review
The Wenger EvoGrip S18 Swiss Army Knife is a great knife to bring along into the backcountry. It’s also the kind of knife I find handy laying around the house to open packages and tackle various little tasks. Having so many functions in a small design, it can also be kept in your car or purse when you’re not out hiking with it.