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View of Grand Forks, British Columbia as we enter the town

My mom grew up in Grand Forks, BC, where she spent an idyllic childhood. It’s always been a special stop on the way to Nelson, which is where my Grandparents r... Continue Reading

Camp Is Set Up…Let’s Enjoy!

Maps, driving directions, packing lists, playlists – these are the fodder for a good road and camping trip. Here are some (more…)

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SUP Yoga on Alta Lake

Wobbling while attempting tree pose on a paddleboard in the middle of the lake was more than a little unnerving. Not so much because it is one of yoga’s easier poses, (more…)

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Annoying pesky mosquito

Besides being the all time summer pest to most, it is a fly. Generally there are three types, with more than 3,000 species:

1.“Ades” or better known as floodwater mosquitoes lay their eggs in early spring ... Continue Reading

Motion sickness can strike even the toughest of children.

Recently our family took a trip up to Christina Lake from Vancouver (about 7 hours’ drive) and thought we had everything covered.

Now, if you don’t have small kids, or you’re the type of parent who has already nailed this, please feel free to skip ahead.

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Rafts on the bank of the Elaho River, Squamish BC

When the sun is beating down as it has been in BC for the last few weeks, the only thing you ... Continue Reading

Peering over the Chief

If you’ve ever driven from Vancouver to Whistler, entering Squamish you will no doubt have been left gaping at  the stunning Stawamus Chief rock ( The Chief, as it’s ... Continue Reading

Snow melt on Garibaldi Lake, in Garibaldi Provincial Park, Whistler, British Columbia

The hike to Garibaldi Lake is a cruis... Continue Reading

Family Paddling at Whistler

They say that fishing is good for the soul. As the sun suffused the early morning sky, bobbing around in a kayak on the still waters of a Whistler lake in search of a catch – it truly was a moment for inward reflection. (more&hel... Continue Reading