Long-distance romance blooms in Regina
Stirred … not shaken
When reviewing destinations for a romantic weekend, I have to admit Regina would not usually come to mind — but this was no ordinary weekend away.
In fact, Regina was a convenient (almost) half-way point between my home in Alberta and my beau’s residence in North Dakota.
Regina was a destination new to both of us, and quite frankly sightseeing was not necessarily on the top of our list, but with both of us being optimistic and romantic by nature, we were determined to uncover Regina’s romantic side.
Fans make Oilers the NHL’s hottest draw
Edmonton Oilers fans
If you happen to visit Edmonton this week, one of the first things you will notice is the buzz. After a 113-day lockout, the NHL is back and for a city that reputedly “bleeds orange and blue,” spirits couldn’t be more high.
Nicknamed the City of Champions, Edmonton welcomed back its Oilers — who have won five Stanley Cups in their history — on Tuesday night. Avid fans citywide were joyful for the first home game of the 2013 season.
Yet, for a newcomer, the gripping question is, So why hockey?
Jasper takes the chill out of January
Jasper in January
If you happened to take a spur of the moment Rocky Mountains winter break in Jasper this month, expect to see more than magnificent snow-capped mountains, copious elk and a few die-hard winter sports enthusiasts. In fact, you may just witness extreme flying snowballs, an intriguing number of chili connoisseurs and infinitely more skiers and snowboarders than some other resorts see in the height of the ski season.
So what is the reason for this fascinating phenomenon? It’s known as “‘Jasper in January’.”
Get lost in the Edmonton Corn Maze
Corn blue sky
Where is the oldest university in the world?
Mmm … an interesting question and one that neither of us knows the answer to. We could, of course, Google it but then where is the fun in that? The four multiple-choice answers have the words (turn left) or (turn right) next to them. “Morocco” I guess randomly and we head left accordingly.
Where Canada and the US collide
Relaxing after the Crypt Lake hike
WATERTON LAKES NATIONAL PARK, ALBERTA — A rare welcome treat in life is to re-visit somewhere that you loved the first time you went there, only to discover that it’s even more amazing than you remembered.
Driving into Waterton Lakes National Park recently, my jaw dropped as a new stunning view greeted me around every corner.
Waterton National Park, located in southwest Alberta, borders Glacier National Park in Montana and together they were designated as the world’s first International Peace Park in 1932, a symbol of peace and goodwill between Canada and the United States. This was my third visit to the park; the last trip was almost two years prior.
Jurassic Forest may just scare you silly!
Apatosaurus at Jurassic Forest
If you happened to look out of your window when driving along Highway 28, just 25 minutes north of Edmonton, and you thought you saw a long-necked animal peering above the tree line, don’t worry, you are not imagining things. What you saw in fact was a dinosaur, an Apatosaurus to be more specific.
Click here to read more about my visit to Jurassic Forest near Edmonton, Alberta.
Do not feed the dinosaurs!
Take a dino-stroller for a ride
White-water rafting for dummies ….
Preparing to raft the Kicking Horse River, near Golden, BC
Being the volunteer organizer of an outdoors activity group often evokes comments such as “You must be one of those hard-core adventure people!” or similar.
Contrary to expectations, I think I would more aptly describe myself as a “determined yet often apprehensive British chick with a slight penchant for personal injury.” Therefore, if I can achieve something, pretty much anyone can. After all fear is only in the mind, correct?
There’s something brewing in the barracks …
Wild Rose Brewery, Calgary, Alberta
A green quonset (a lightweight prefabricated structure of corrugated galvanized steel), Building AF23 sits perched in the backdrop of patio tables, umbrellas, chairs, and wildly colourful flower baskets.
Canadian Freelance Writing – Writer Profile
Backpack trip to Allstones Lake near Nordegg, Alberta
I was delighted to be profiled recently on the Canadian Freelance Writing Jobs website, it’s always nice to be recognized as a writer.
10 great places to canoe in Canada
Canoeing on the Athabasca River, Alberta
Canada has the largest surface of freshwater of any country in the world, with an estimated 32,000 lakes larger than three square kilometres and an unknown number of rivers.
The choices of waterways for the novice, intermediate or expert canoeist are numerous. With some help from Paddle Canada and other experts, here are 10 that deserve notable mention as we prepare to get outdoors and enjoy paddling around the nation this summer.
