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Resident Blogger: K. Gordon

The Attractions of Calgary – The Gateway to the Rocky Mountains

Posted on November 13, 2019August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

Calgary is often used only as a gateway city before driving to Banff, Canmore or Jasper National Parks. However, Calgary is far from a boring town. The list of things to do is practically endless.

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Geocaching in Banff National Park

Posted on November 12, 2019November 12, 2019 by K. Gordon

Parks Canada offers anyone with a GPS the opportunity to go geocaching in Canada’s oldest national park. Visit a visitor information centre or download the activity sheet from the Parks Canada website. There are two sheets: beginner (year-round) and intermediate (summer season only). Choose one and then you’re on your way! Here are some Banff…

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How funding will be spent in Banff National Park for the next five years

Posted on July 27, 2016August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

If you care about the protection and preservation of Banff National Park as much as we do, you were no doubt thrilled to hear of the investment that has been promised by Canada’s federal government.

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How to Choose the Right Backpack for Hiking

Posted on April 20, 2016April 20, 2016 by K. Gordon

When I was a child, the only option I had when I left on a trip was to borrow Dad’s old, military backpack. But this was 30 years ago, and times have changed a lot since then. Today we have an incredible variety of backpacks to choose from, which makes it hard to choose the…

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3 Reasons for Buying Handspun Yarn in Banff

Posted on April 15, 2016 by K. Gordon

Visions of touring the area around Banff, Alberta has most thinking of picturesque mountains, stunning lakes, and outdoor activities such as rafting, hiking, golfing, and camping. When the weather pushes you inside, you feel like doing some shopping, or just want to dig a little deeper into the culture of the area, consider checking into the fiber arts outlets.

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Banff National Park Hiking

5 Must-Have Items to Take with You when Hiking

Posted on April 6, 2016August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

When going on a vacation many people want five-star service, amazing amenities, wonderful entertainment and permanent room service. Not me, though – for me, the perfect vacation is to put on a backpack with three days worth of food and water and get lost in the wilderness – on foot. Hiking is a wonderful way…

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Water Purification in the Banff National Park Backcountry

Posted on October 28, 2015August 5, 2022 by K. Gordon

Water Purification in the Banff National Park Backcountry Unlike the delicious glacial water you can lap up at the Columbia Icefields halfway between Jasper and Banff, not all wild water is safe to drink in the backcountry of the Canadian Rockies. Here are some of the best ways to find and purify your water. Finding…

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Best Fall Bird-Watching Near Banff, Alberta

Posted on October 27, 2015June 3, 2021 by K. Gordon

Best Fall Bird-Watching Near Banff, Alberta Even though early spring and summer are the best times to spot most birds in Banff National Park, there are some gems to be found in the fall months, when the air is cooler and the majority of the tourism has begun to wound down. Pick up a bird-watching…

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Rainy Day Activities in Banff, Alberta

Posted on October 27, 2015May 2, 2021 by K. Gordon

There are a wealth of outdoor activities in Banff for all abilities but sometimes it just isn’t fun to go hiking in the rain!

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The Icefields Parkway

New Icefields Parkway Travel Site helps visitors max out on exhilarating experiences in the Canadian Rockies

Posted on August 12, 2015December 7, 2021 by K. Gordon

Named ‘One of the World’s Most Spectacular Drives’ by National Geographic, the Icefields Parkway deserves discovery, and its own website.

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