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
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
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.
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
We Nirvana Girls are avid hikers. We live in Alberta, Canada, it kind of comes with the territory! Whether it’s just a quick local hike, or a trip out to the mountains, we make it a priority to get out often. Hiking is an easy and inexpensive way to get some exercise. The added benefits… Read More 10 Most Inspirational Hiking Quotes
I go camping every summer, sometimes in a big group, sometimes just me and a friend. Either way, I usually end up out in the middle of nowhere hours from the nearest town. So I like to make sure my gear is going to hold up. The last thing you want is to get out… Read More Camping Gear That Saved my Butt!
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 planned a family trip to British Columbia. We were stoked to do some hiking in Invermere, BC and Alex did a ton of research to find some really jawdroppingly beautiful trails. Our criteria was as follows: Our dog Callie was hiking with us for the first time, so we didn’t want to pick… Read More Hiking in Invermere BC.
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