Lille Ghost Town in the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta – Seeking an eerie fall hiking adventure in the Pass? Wander into the ghostly remains of the once prospering townsite of Lille. Discover the ephemeral life of a coal mining town at the turn of the 20th century in Southern Alberta. … [Read more...] about Lille Ghost Town
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Exploring Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
Day Tripping to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, Alberta, Canada – Join us on a mini-adventure to visit one of Alberta’s six UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It’s a story that spans over 5,000 years. Somewhere in the neighbourhood of 100,000 bison went over the cliff, sustaining … [Read more...] about Exploring Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
Cycling the Crowsnest Community Trail
Looking to explore southern Alberta’s Crowsnest Pass? Enjoy outdoor adventure? Like learning about historic places linked to a coal mining past? You’re going to love cycling the Crowsnest Community Trail – and don’t worry, you can always rent an e-bike if the thought of pedalling … [Read more...] about Cycling the Crowsnest Community Trail
Exploring the Crowsnest Pass: Hillcrest Mine Disaster Memorial Park
Tucked in the southeast corner of Alberta are a series of five small historic mining towns – Hillcrest, Bellevue, Frank, Blairmore and Coleman – now collectively known as the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass. In this new series of posts, I’m going to start unpacking historic sites … [Read more...] about Exploring the Crowsnest Pass: Hillcrest Mine Disaster Memorial Park
Canoeing the Milk River: Swims, Sickness & Snakes!
It’s impossible not to worry when newer paddling friends hit a rock and tip after the first turn of a four-day river getaway. Bump stress levels up a notch when a paddling cohort is throwing up and feverish on the first night out. Toss in a rattlesnake encounter of the too close … [Read more...] about Canoeing the Milk River: Swims, Sickness & Snakes!