hiking
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How to Leave No Trace (And Why it’s Important!)
If you head into the wilderness I’m sure you know not to leave trash behind – Pack it in, pack it out, right? But what else do you need to know to protect nature (and avoid being an a-hole)? I’ve been teaching people about how to Leave No Trace when…
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Hiking at Sunshine Meadows in Banff – Is it Worth It?
I’ve done a lot of hiking around Banff and in the Canadian Rockies… and the trails at Sunshine Meadows have by far the best effort-to-reward ratio. There is literally nowhere else where you can wander through wildflower meadows, hike past alpine lakes, and enjoy mountain views while barely breaking a…
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Berg Lake Trail Hiking Guide – 2026 Update
Heads up: The Berg Lake Trail was closed for a few years, but it reopened on June 26, 2025. There are a few rerouted sections – details are in the trail description below. The Berg Lake Trail in Mount Robson Provincial Park is one of Canada’s premiere multi-day hiking trips.…
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Stocking Stuffers for Hikers Under $25
Have you seen some of these hiking stocking stuffers guides? They’re full of $300 gadgets or things that are clearly too large to physically fit in a stocking. I’m seen them too. And they’re ridiculous. A stocking should be full of small, fun, inexpensive stuff. And chocolate. Some of my…
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Hiking in Walls of Jerusalem National Park, Tasmania
I’ve made no secret of the fact that I love Tasmania’s wilderness. I spent 6 days exploring it on the Overland Track on my first visit, so when I returned to Tasmania the next year, I pretty much went right from the airport directly to Walls of Jerusalem National Park…
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The 10 Essentials: Things You Should Bring on Every Hike
You’ve probably seen those news stories: “Search and Rescue finds Unprepared Hikers Lost/Injured in the Woods”. But that’s never going to be you right? Yup, we all think it won’t happen to us. But it definitely could. No one expects to get lost, get stuck hiking in the dark or…
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How to Prevent Blisters When Hiking
I’ve been on countless backpacking trips over the years (I’m a hiking guidebook author), but somehow I still end up with blisters every few years. I know all the tips and tricks to prevent blisters when hiking – but I just need to remember to follow my own advice! Since…
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16 Best Hikes in Newfoundland
I’ve been to Newfoundland four times, and the main reason for all of my trips has been hiking. It’s such a gorgeous place with so many incredible trails, most with beautiful coastal views. In this post, I’ve got my picks for the 16 best hikes in Newfoundland. I’ve hiked all…
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Joffre Lakes Hike (By a Local)
Joffre Lakes near Whistler, BC is a spectacular spot: three gorgeous turquoise lakes surrounded by glacier-capped mountains. I first hiked to Joffre Lakes in 2004 and have returned every few years since then. I think I’ve hiked here 9 or 10 times and I never get tired of it. If…
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The Ultimate Yellowstone Packing List for Every Summer Visitor
A few years ago, I spent a week in Yellowstone National Park. OMG, what an incredible place! I did a bunch of research about what to see before I went, but I couldn’t find much info on what to pack for Yellowstone. Yellowstone presents some unique challenges for visitors. It…
