Lifestyle
Bragging Rights
It wouldn’t be too hard to argue that Bragg Creek and Kananaskis are the epicenter for mountain biking in this province. Novice riders are now discovering what veterans of the sport have known for years; […]
Outdoors
History
The Birthplace of Canada’s National Parks
As Calgary residents we are fortunate to have Banff National Park in our own backyard. I’m willing to bet if you’re reading this that you’ve spent some time within Banff’s borders, but do you truly know the history […]
Lifestyle
Breaking Bad(lands)
As you drive along the highway the vast prairie gives way to an alien landscape. What was once short grasses and farmland now appears to be the surface of another planet. Strange rock formations, prickly […]
History
Hunting History
One of the things I like to do while spending time outside is searching for clues that make the past come alive. Decommissioned fire lookouts, decrepit old cabins, barns that are about to topple over, ghost […]
Lifestyle
Wild Jobs Part Two: Wildlife Rehabilitation Technician
Part two in my series on outdoor-related professions looks at the work of Wildlife Rehabilitation Technicians at the Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation (AIWC). Recently I spoke with Holly Duvall, AIWC’s executive director, about her work, […]
Lifestyle
Birding 101
Several years ago during a weekend camping trip a discussion broke out between my wife and I about which species of deer, White-Tailed or Mule, we had just seen walk through the campground. An acquaintance, […]
Lifestyle
Paskapoo’s Plight
For many Calgarians outdoor recreation is part of who we are. We are extremely fortunate that the Rocky Mountains are only a short drive away, so we make the trek nearly every weekend, but if […]
Lifestyle
Wild Jobs Part One: Wildlife Biologist
Over the coming months I am hoping to highlight several outdoor-related professions through interviews, stories, and photographs. Part one in this series features a conversation with Michael Jokinen, an Intermediate Wildlife Biologist with the Alberta […]
History
Mystery On McGillivray
Maybe you’ve heard about the mysterious cavern on the north-facing slopes of Mount McGillivray. Maybe you’ve had the privilege of visiting the puzzling site in person. Maybe you’ve even thoroughly explored the hollowed-out passages that […]
Lifestyle
Rescue Dogs
Powder hungry Canadians are flocking to the backcountry in record numbers. The sale of avalanche safety gear and backcountry permits, as well as hut reservations have all tremendously increased over the past few years. With […]