Camping at Métis Crossing revives connections

A cooling prairie wind blows through Métis Crossing as Cindy Lazarenko and her daughters step out from their trapper’s tent onto their private deck overlooking the North Saskatchewan River. Endless views hint at the potential adventures for visitors camping here.

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Feel the Rush of Port Alberni Waterfalls

Water rushes from the tops of the ancient mountains surrounding Port Alberni, down through majestic old growth forests, eventually spilling into the Alberni Inlet on its journey to the Pacific Ocean. This abundance of flowing water makes Port Alberni a bountiful waterfall destination.

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Photographer: Jaiden George

Culture and conservation intersect in Vancouver Island documentary

Two B.C. filmmakers are on a mission to help preserve B.C.'s old growth forests.

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Planning for Post-Pandemic Staycations in Alberta

We're dreaming of the post-pandemic days when the weather warms up and we can hit the wide-open blacktop for some excellent road trip adventures in Alberta.

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Busting Out of the Pandemic Blocks in British Columbia

When the gates are open, here are some of our top picks to say, “Hello B.C., I’m home.”

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Tell the difference between pine, spruce and fir

Hiking season is here and we've got a nature hack for you! Get to know the trees you'll see along the trails.

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Bear safety: know how and when to use bear spray

Do you know how to react when you see a bear in the wild? Here’s some tips on how to handle a bear encounter.

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Featured Stories

Morning by the fire at Hideaway Adventure Grounds near Lac La Biche, AB.

Living Traditions in Lac La Biche Region

Thu. Jun. 17/21

Camping overnight in a trapper’s tent at Hideaway Adventure Grounds, in Kikino Métis Settlement, Amy...

Riding bikes along the lake at Vermilion Provincial Park

Bike trails by the lake make epic Vermilion days

Thu. Jun. 17/21

What’s green, blue and ridden all over? The bike trails by the lake in Vermilion Provincial Park...

Picnicking at China Creek Falls in the Alberni Valley, near Port Alberni.

Feel the Rush of Port Alberni Waterfalls

Tue. Jun. 15/21

Waterfalls in all directions make Port Alberni a destination for calming yet invigorating trail...

Camping at Métis Crossing revives connections

Mon. Jun. 14/21

Camping in a trapper's tent at Métis Crossing transports visitors back to the late 19th century...

Culture and conservation intersect in Vancouver Island documentary

Wed. May. 5/21

During location scouting for their film Finding Solitude, Jaiden George and Tristan Hinder-Hohlweg...

Bear safety: know how and when to use bear spray

Thu. May. 27/21

Do you know how to react when you see a bear in the wild? What will it do? Is it going to walk off...

Tell the difference between pine, spruce and fir

Mon. Apr. 20/20

…with a little lore to help

Is it a fir? Or is it a spruce? Maybe it’s a pine. Maybe we’ll just...

Planning for Post-Pandemic Staycations in Alberta

Mon. Apr. 5/21

It might take us a while to build up the confidence to be in a cluster of strangers when we are...

Tofino Vancouver Island Biking Beach Jaiden George

Busting Out of the Pandemic Blocks in British Columbia

Fri. Feb. 26/21

Oh, B.C. how we have missed you. During the pandemic, it was hard to enjoy your splendour. Yes, we...