Original Post Date January 2017 Every year on my birthday in April I write a checklist of things I will do for the year; an evolving “bucket list” of sorts. The list rarely sees completion but always sees more checked off boxes than any New Year's Resolution list I have ever made. The idea behind... Continue Reading →
All Hail Caesar!
All Hail Caesar! All Hail Caesar – The Quick Escape Caesar It has become a tradition within our circle that our adventures and quick escapes start off with a delicious Caesar beverage. The Caesar is generally regarded as a Canadian drink. Invented in the late 60’s in Calgary, Alberta by restaurant owner Walter Chell... Continue Reading →
Gibson-McDonald Canoe Route
**Article Originally Posted March 2016** *Authors Note: The frequent reference to beer and the consumption of alcohol in this article is intended only to add levity and humour. Please do not follow the directions about beer consumption and always drink responsibly. If you are offended by drinking, please don’t read this article. Steve! I thought... Continue Reading →
10 Great Gift Ideas For An Outdoor Enthusiast
**Article Originally Posted December 2016** Christmas is right around the corner and if you’re anything like me, you have left your shopping to the last minute (again!). To ease your burden we try to offer up a few suggestions that might be fitting for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. Gift Cards: Yes it’s impersonal... Continue Reading →
Hammock Camping
I’m finding as my friends and I get older it gets harder and harder to get out for trips. I’m finding that my urge to camp is increasing with age. I also found (it's been a summer of discovery) that I didn’t actually own a tent; my unavailable camping friends own them. With these conclusions... Continue Reading →
Rocky Mountain Growler – A 60 Day Review
**Article Originally Posted October 17th, 2017** In August of this year I made the decision to invest in a new (another) bike. I was interested in a mid-fat bike with a 1X drivetrain. I’ve been riding Rocky Mountain bikes for over 20 years and when I saw that they had entered the mid-fat market I... Continue Reading →
10 Motivational, Inspirational and Just Plain Fun Videos
**Article Originally Posted February 13th, 2017** Ah the internet. Sometimes it’s a great resource for information and entertainment but more often than not it’s simply a great time waster. I have a love/hate relationship with the internet and trust me, I’ve spent my fair share of time watching cat videos and Russian drivers beat each... Continue Reading →
(Some Of) My Favourite Outdoor, Wilderness and Survival Movies
**Article Originally Published November 1st, 2016** I am a lover of movies, a cinephile if you will. I can’t explain it and I make no apologies. I love the thrill of putting in a movie, whether it is new to me or an old favourite, and immersing myself in the experience for 2 hours. When... Continue Reading →
The Bad Break – Emergency in the Back Country
original post: Mon, 08/07/2017 The pic above shows Darren and I about to paddle an injured Mike to the waiting float plane to get him to the waiting ambulance. I’ve been paddling since I was young and paddling specifically with Mike since we were about 14; on multi-day trips all before cell phones were a... Continue Reading →
10 Tips For Blister Free Hiking
**Article Original Published March 2nd, 2016** There are few things as vital to the success of a hiking trip as foot care. Proper foot care can mean the difference between having a highly enjoyable trip or a miserable trip that brings dread with every footstep. Even the strongest, most fit hikers are susceptible to foot... Continue Reading →
Quick Escapes 