‘Ksan means “the river of mist.” Today’s maps label it the Skeena River. “Git” means “the people of.” Gitxsan translates to “the people of the river of mist.” We’re off on an adventure exploring Northern B.C. and the cultural hub of the Gitxsan along the Skeena and its … [Read more...] about Exploring Northern BC: ‘Ksan Historical Village
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Paddling Murtle Lake, B.C.
It is the largest canoe-kayak-only lake in North America. Impressive! But as we found out, paddling Murtle Lake in south-central British Columbia is a Canadian wilderness adventure guaranteed to keep you on your toes. Disclosure: This post contains Affiliate … [Read more...] about Paddling Murtle Lake, B.C.
Canoeing the Oldman River: Monarch to Lethbridge
We launched with the wind at our backs, sun warm overhead. Buffalo bean bloomed golden in young green grass. Cliff swallows flew an aerial salute. It was a picture-perfect day for canoeing the Oldman River from Monarch to Lethbridge. We had two half and two full paddle … [Read more...] about Canoeing the Oldman River: Monarch to Lethbridge
Summer Adventure Gearing Up!
Six weeks.Northern British Columbia.Hike, bike, paddle.Gitanyow, Edziza, Spatsizi.Yes, we are gearing up for a summer adventure along the western edge of Canada’s north – and it will go far beyond learning to pronounce the names correctly! Disclosure: This post contains … [Read more...] about Summer Adventure Gearing Up!
Paddling the South Saskatchewan River: Old Bindloss Ferry to Estuary
We were searching for a little r’n’r – with a dash of history on the side. What we got was a close encounter of the rattler kind and storm of the sesquicentennial. Ma Nature went all out with a noisy and bright light show for Canada’s 150th before we launched two canoes and … [Read more...] about Paddling the South Saskatchewan River: Old Bindloss Ferry to Estuary