This past summer I did my third mutli-day trip, hiking the Tonquin Valley, in Jasper Alberta. After much research I decided to plan one of my “bucket list trips”. Funny enough the original plan was to do it a year earlier, but the Parks Canada reservation system is a struggle. By the time I queued… Read More Backpacking Tonquin Valley Trail, Jasper Alberta
Last summer we were given the most amazing opportunity. My parents gifted us their trailer. I used to trailer and even tent with my kids when they were young, but in recent years I have focused more on traveling outside the country. I have been known to say “It’s not a true vacation if you… Read More Great Camping in Alberta
Last summer I spent a weekend exploring the Alberta Badlands with a friend. The landscape is so breathtaking, that these photos in no way do it justice. However I felt the need to use these beautiful photos in a post so here we are. There are photos from Horseshoe Canyon, as well as Dinosaur Provincial… Read More Alberta Badlands Photo Book
When we were planning a trip to Banff last summer, I did my research. Which hike should we do? What was there to see in the area? And of course, where’s the best gluten free food in Banff? I always scope out places to eat in advance so that I know not only where it… Read More Best Gluten Free in Banff!
This quick and easy lemonade recipe was passed to me from my mom. She is such a great source of knowledge when it comes to nutrition and eating healthy! Anyway, mom was making organic lemonade sweetened with stevia long before it was a thing. I had forgotten about her recipe until this summer. We have… Read More Organic Lemonade Sweetened with Stevia
What do I wear hiking? Well in Alberta, Canada that depends on the day! Sometimes I’m hiking in shorts and a t-shirt, other days I’m wearing pants, baselayers, sweater and coat! The key point here is the fabrics you choose. Most people know to avoid wearing cotton, since it retains moisture. But what do you… Read More Hiking Clothing Recommendations
For me, music is an integral part of teaching my classes. So I thought I would share my music for yoga classes. I remember the time I was taking a class and heard a really familiar tune, but I couldn’t place it. It seemed like a classical piece, but felt very contemporary. When I left… Read More Music for Yoga Classes
The answer is yes. Yes, we heard you loud and clear! You want more of our sarcastic and hilarious letter boards! Our letter board posts have been some of the most popular we have written. The good news is, we change our letter board weekly and have so many new funnies to share! If you… Read More More Letter Boards to Make You Laugh
Last year I went on my first backpacking trip. I loved and hated it in equal measure. (We got rained on, hailed on, and chased off a ridge by a thunderstorm!) As soon as we finished, I swore I was never doing that again, and in the same breath started planning what I wanted to… Read More Backpacking Gear: What Worked and What Didn’t.
Is it any suprise that the Nirvana Girls adore elevated truffle fries? Not really! We perfected the art of homemade french fries, and took them to new heights. (Yes I’m bragging, but when you taste these fries you’ll understand my genius.) We have made a few variations over the years, but this remains the all… Read More Elevated Truffle Fries