Packing for a Lake Vacation Some of my fondest memories as a child come from the weekends that my family and I would spend a week or weekend at a lake house. We often went camping during the summer, so staying at a lake house was a particularly special treat. One day I would love …
The North Tahoe Demonstration Garden is a free-to-enter community garden, built with the purpose to educate on the local ecology and the gardening and conservation techniques to best care for the Tahoe environment. It’s a great spot to learn about the environment, and how to work with the natural ecology to create beautiful and sustainable …
The Tahoe East Shore Trail is a picturesque walking and biking path that runs along the eastern shores of Lake Tahoe in Nevada. The 3-mile trail has incredible views for its entire duration and offers access to a number of public beaches. It’s one of the most amazing ways to explore the northeastern Tahoe area. …
Monkey Rock is a lookout point along the Tunnel Creek Trail overlooking Lake Tahoe in northern Nevada. The trail offers scenic views of the lake and mountains, and this moderate hike can be completed in under an hour. It’s an incredible way to see Lake Tahoe, and I highly recommend it if you’re in the …
Incline Village Recreation Center & Park is a large park offering a variety of walking trails, sporting courses, and activities. It is located in Incline Village Nevada, and a large portion of the park is completely free to use. If you’re in the north Tahoe area and are looking for a spot to exercise, play …
Introducing Salt Lake Beach Hopefully you’re here because you were searching the Great Salt Lake in Utah and accidentally clicked on this link. I only say this because Salt Lake Beach in Manitoba is not nearly as hot of a commodity, but don’t go away! You’re about to learn plenty of cool stuff about an …
Wreck Beach is a massive clothing-optional beach near the University of British Columbia. This western-facing beach has some of the most incredible ocean views in all of Vancouver, and the towering sand cliffs and dense forest that surround this beach set it aside from other Vancouver beaches. It is certainly one of the most picturesque, …
Fisherman’s Wharf in Victoria is a popular destination known for its unique location and many dining options. Once an industrial fishing bay, Fisherman’s Wharf is now a center for culture and tourism in Victoria. Come here to purchase some fresh caught seafood, enjoy a hot meal or ice cream, or simply admire the incredible floating …
Are you planning on visiting Vancouver, or are you a local just looking for something new and interesting to do? Well, look no further! We’re here to break down 50 fun and unique things to do in Vancouver so you can enjoy everything that this great city has to offer. 25 Things To Do in …
Spiral Beach is a gorgeous and expansive pebbly beach on the southern shores of Victoria. Just below Beacon Hill Park, this beach is super easy to access along the Dallas Rd Waterfront Trail by foot, or by bike. The unique graffitied staircase leading to the beach gives this beach its name, and its interesting landscape. …
Beacon Hill Park is a massive urban park located at the southern end of Victoria, BC. This park has more than meets the eye, with several sporting fields, a diverse variety of natural environments, manicured gardens, and even a petting zoo! You’re bound to find something to love about Beacon Hill Park, no matter what …
Hayward Lake is a reservoir on Stave River, just outside of the town of Mission, BC. This lake was formed by a hydroelectric dam just a few kilometers away, operated by BC Hydro. Hayward Lake is an extremely popular spot for large picnics, swimming, the sandy beach, hiking, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The off-leash dog …
Introducing the Mamquam Falls Hike I was lucky enough to just happen upon the Mamquam falls hike the other day. A friend and I were exploring the FSR (Forest Service Roads) around the Squamish area and ended up parking and sleeping in the backwoods for the night. It was raining the following morning (as is …
Introducing Brandywine Falls Provincial Park A hike a day truly keeps the doctor away. I am always so relieved when winter finally removes its grip from our lives and lets the spring warmth come through. I like to start hiking right away, and living in a place like British Columbia really allows you to hike …
Stanley Park in Vancouver is a sprawling park that connects the North Shore to Vancouver’s Downtown. The massive park is a whopping 405 hectares[3], and there are countless adventures to be had here. However, deciding just what to do at the park can be a somewhat daunting task. Keep reading for a list of 15 …