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Columbia and Western Rail Trail Loses Provincial Funding
19 July 2025 The Columbia and Western Rail Trail runs…
Updated-North Coast Trail Temporarily Closed
May 8, 2025 – Update 13/06/25: The trail advisory for…
Updated – West Coast Trail Damaged During Winter Storms: What to Know Before You Go
April 29, 2025 – Update 12/06/25: The Walbran ladder system…
Trail Talk
The Problem With Hiking Apps
In the old days, most people found trails and other…
From Burnaby to Keremeos: BC’s Forgotten Centennial Trail
Once envisioned as a walking path stretching across British Columbia,…
How New Border Security is Impacting Cross-Border Hiking Trails
Even if you were bushwhacking deep in the wilderness, it’s…
Real Stories
The First Disappearance: The Mary Warburton Story, Part I
“Lines, from Tennyson, I think, kept recurring to me while…
Missing in the BC Backcountry: The Forgotten Story of John Ewing
Even decades ago, the story of a missing hiker starts…
The Story of How a Trail Injury Launched a Website
There was not a drop of snow on the ground…
Nature & Life
Flying Legends: The Martin Mars Water Bombers
A glance at the comment section on any wildfire news…
The White Stone in the Mossy Forest
At one time there was a trail, my mom insisted,…
British Columbia’s Famous Trees: From Icons to Hidden Giants
Years ago, the city of Melbourne, Australia, gave email addresses…
Gear
Why You Should Bring a Hiking Pole
The use of walking sticks dates back centuries. Even before…
DIY Dehydrated Backpacking Recipe: Bacon and Veggie Quinoa
This DIY dehydrated recipe is a warm, savoury trail meal…
DIY Dedydrated Backpacking Recipe: Curried Rice and Beans
Looking for a hearty, healthy, and delicious backpacking recipe? This…
Skills 101
Wildfire Safety in BC: A Guide for Adventurers and Visitors
Report Wildfires: *5555 (on cell) or 1-800-663-5555 (toll free) More…
Lightning Safety Outdoors: Hiking, Camping, and Kayaking Tips
In many BC First Nations stories, Thunderbird lives in the…
Navigating BC’s Forest Service Roads Safely and Responsibly
If you plan to explore BC’s backcountry, chances are you’ll…
Adventures
Relics of the Past: British Columbia’s Best Ghost Towns to Explore
For those looking to take in a little history on…
Lost Flights: Historical Plane Crash Hikes in BC
Those who love a good historical hike will find that…
The Best (And Worst) Places for Paddling in the Fraser Valley
When it comes to paddling in the Fraser Valley, your…