Nature/Outdoors

There’s something truly powerful about immersing yourself in the nature and outdoors of Alberta and British Columbia. From walking among the towering ancient forests of BC to witnessing the life cycle of a salmon run in the Alberni Valley, nature has a way of grounding us and fostering a deeper connection to the environment.

Nature isn’t just a place—it’s an experience that connects us to something bigger. Alberta’s rugged trails and BC’s lush rainforests are perfect for creating meaningful memories and finding moments of peace.

Find inspiration in the stories below for where to travel to for the best nature and outdoor experiences in Alberta and British Columbia.

Hike view of Port Alberni Chris Istace ZenSeekers
Posted
Thu. May. 26/22

With warm friendly lakes, an ocean inlet, easy hikes and waterfalls, leaning into Port Alberni as a...

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Vernon BC views at Kalamalka Garden Indigenous Garden Okanagan College
Posted
Wed. May. 18/22

Soaking up the views of the garden at K'nmaĺka Senqâĺten, you can begin to feel the deeper...

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Tla'amin Nation Sunshine Coast BC #tlaaminstrong

#TlaaminStrong

Pacific Ocean archipelagoes, rugged BC west coast landscapes and ancient, living traditions will...

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Paddleboarding Tla'amin Nation Sunshine Coast BC Kyler Vos
Posted
Thu. Nov. 4/21

From the water, a vibrant landscape of rich forests and mighty mountains comes to life along the...

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Posted
Thu. Oct. 14/21

It all starts in Castlegar, where highways intertwine over the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers, and...

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View from Middleton Mountain, Vernon BC.
Posted
Wed. Oct. 6/21

At the top of Middleton Mountain in Vernon sits a bench that reads: “Life is like a mountain...

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Wine touring at Valley of the Springs, Nakusp, BC.
Posted
Thu. Sep. 23/21

The sword is heavier than I expected. I’m at the Mithril Meadery in Nakusp, British Columbia...

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Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks guardians work on forest conservation on Meares Island, BC
Posted
Thu. Sep. 16/21

We all know why trees are important to us and to the earth. But as National Tree Day approaches this...

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Posted
Thu. Sep. 16/21

Charly jumps from the car and runs to the hilltop where two green Adirondack chairs sit gilded in...

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PeytoLake_Alberta_Lakeview_JoanneElves_ZenSeekers
Posted
Tue. Aug. 17/21

Alberta's regions are a result of four ice age events over millions of years leaving the area as we...

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Posted
Thu. Aug. 5/21

As her brush glides across the canvas, Andrea Wilkinson’s face seems to soften. A calm focus...

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Posted
Tue. Jul. 27/21

Lake Louise is famous as a hiking and nature destination, and for good reason, but what you may not...

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