Avalanches on Vancouver Island
Any time travelling in the backcountry when there is snow there can be avalanche risk involved. Even if you are… Read More »Avalanches on Vancouver Island
snow
Mt. Becher – Hidden Gem
When people think of winter skiing and snowshoeing on Vancouver Island, Mount Washington Alpine Resort frequently comes to mind. While… Read More »Mt. Becher – Hidden Gem
Hiking Mount 5040
This post is from Chris Presslauer, a friend of mine I’ve known for a while. He recently returned to Vancouver… Read More »Hiking Mount 5040
Summiting Mount De Cosmos
Ahh, the elusive Mount De Cosmos.A couple weeks ago fellow adventurer Ryan and I headed out to the Nanaimo Lakes… Read More »Summiting Mount De Cosmos
Training for the Yeti
I have a friend named Stephanie who is incredibly athletic. She is one of the fittest women I know and… Read More »Training for the Yeti
The 2nd Annual Twin Birthday Snow Camping Adventure
The Group Last year when the MEC winter catalogue arrived, my girlfriend Kirsten was awed by the cover photo. A… Read More »The 2nd Annual Twin Birthday Snow Camping Adventure
Snowshoeing to Kwai Lake
Mount Washington has just opened so we decided to check out the snow but it would be in a different… Read More »Snowshoeing to Kwai Lake
Assault on Benson: Too Much Snow!
Ryan, Allan and I ventured up Mount Benson again this Sunday with the expectation of a little bit more snow… Read More »Assault on Benson: Too Much Snow!
Assault on Benson: Numero uno
For us here in Nanaimo, Mount Benson is right in our backyard. It’s a solid hike up, provides interesting views… Read More »Assault on Benson: Numero uno
Elk River Trail to Landslide Lake
We did this trail at the end of September last year as a last hike while the sunshine was hanging… Read More »Elk River Trail to Landslide Lake
