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!
Last summer I did my first ever backpacking trip! My best friend and I decided on hiking Skyline trail in Jasper. I did a lot of research before settling on this hike. There are a couple reasons this one was my top choice. Firstly, it was touted as one of the best views to effort… Read More Hiking Skyline Trail Jasper, Alberta
Family road trip anyone? We decided hiking Wilcox Pass, located in Jasper National Park, Alberta sounded perfect. It was a solid 4 hour drive from the Edmonton area which means we got up at around 5:30 and left the house by 6:00. Taking the rural backroads proved to be a scenic drive, filled with wildlife… Read More Hiking Wilcox Pass, Alberta
We recently spent a lovely week in Invermere, BC. It’s a quaint resort town that caters to tourists year round. In the winter you can stay and ski at Panorama. In the summer you can rent a boat and spend the day on Lake Windermere. Invermere has so many charming attributes. The wildlife is abundant,… Read More Going to Invermere, BC? Eat Here!
We Nirvana Girls love hiking. Luckily we live in Alberta, Canada which means we are a couple hours away from the rocky mountains. In May the weather is still a bit of a crap shoot, especially in the mountains. We have definitely hiked in a May snow storm before. We have also hiked in plus… Read More Athabasca Lookout: Hinton Alberta