Paddling the Oldman River from Nolan’s Bridge to Taber in Alberta, Canada would make a perfect one-night, two-day paddle. We took a leisurely three days (half days first and last) to float, birdwatch, and enjoy this 44-kilometer (27.3 mile) stretch of prairie river and its … [Read more...] about Paddling the Oldman River: Nolan’s Bridge to Taber
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Paddling Magdalena Bay, Baja Mexico
Paddling Magdalena Bay in Baja California Sur, Mexico is an experience you’ll never forget. Think gray whales, abundant bird life and mangroves. Dip. Imagine sand dunes diving straight into deep blue green waters. Dip, dip. Visualize camp set up on a secluded beach. Dip, dip, … [Read more...] about Paddling Magdalena Bay, Baja Mexico
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!
7 Tips for Storing Outdoor Gear
Snowshoes, skis, boots, poles, inflatable kayaks, paddling gear, tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, stoves – and don’t even get me started on over a dozen different backpacks for overnight trips, skiing, day hiking, biking… We’ve got a lot of stuff to store! So, how do you … [Read more...] about 7 Tips for Storing Outdoor Gear
Paddling the Red Deer River, Alberta
Floating through Alberta’s badlands past grazing deer and busy beavers, with white pelicans soaring overhead, while soaking up the prairie sun with your feet propped up on the sides of your canoe – could life be sweeter? This post provides the perfect introduction to paddling the … [Read more...] about Paddling the Red Deer River, Alberta