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It’s Official: Hayward Lake is Getting a New Floating Bridge
08 October 2025 Mission, BC After more than a decade,…
Columbia and Western Rail Trail Loses Provincial Funding
19 July 2025 The Columbia and Western Rail Trail runs…
Trail Talk
Real Honest Trip Reports: Black Tusk the Beauty
Buckle up, folks, because my enthusiasm for the Black Tusk…
Real Honest Trip Reports: The Golden Ears Goat Trail
If you’ve ever thought to yourself, hmm, I’d like my…
The Problem With Hiking Apps
In the old days, most people found trails and other…
Real Stories
The Lost Searcher: Edward Carre and the Warburton Mystery
Read the Mary Warburton Story here: Part I | Part…
The Last Trail: The Mary Warburton Story, Part III
Part I | Part II Undaunted by being lost in…
Five Weeks Lost: The Mary Warburton Story, Part II
Part I In 1926, 57-year-old Mary Warburton was rescued after…
Nature & Life
How to Get Through a Rainy Winter on the Wet Coast
Born and bred BC Rainlanders know all about dealing with…
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,…
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
The Best BC Adventure Books (Outdoor & West Coast Favourites)
With autumn here, reading season has arrived. My favourite reads…
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…
























