Welcome to the Blog! All blog posts are here: trail updates, gear posts, Katie B’s adventures and more. Below are all the posts in chronological order by date of publication. Happy reading!
Newfoundland, with its rugged landscapes, charming towns, and stunning coastline, is a destination for all seasons. While summer is the most popular time to visit, there’s plenty to love about the quieter months before and after the peak season. Here’s a breakdown of the best times to experience Newfoundland, depending on what you’re looking for….
As the chill of winter starts to seep into our bones, the search for the perfect gear to keep us warm and active in the great outdoors becomes a top priority for many adventurers. Enter the Crash 2.0 Polartec® Tights from Title Nine, a game-changer in cold-weather athletic wear. Crafted for optimal functionality and comfort,…
Finding a quality women’s tank top that is both ready for an adventure and a zoom meeting is no easy task! The Title Nine Phoenix Tank Top is lightweight enough for a humid trail run while professionally cut for client meetings. We’ll dig into the details below but it’s no surprise that Title Nine has…
For many years now, I’ve been wondering what all the Arc’teryx hype about. Katie is always ranting and raving about how great her Arc’teryx shell suit is. She’s had the Theta AR jacket and the Beta AR pants for 8 years and calls this her ninja suit. I find you have to experience it first…
A good shell jacket can be a game changer in the level of comfort you experience while exploring the outdoors. The Helly Hansen Odin 9 Worlds Jacket review below shares all the usual tech and specs while also sharing real world feedback. Named after the Norse god, Odin, a powerful god who travelled the 9…
I was going to call this post ‘Layering for the unexpected and other helpful tips for the 2021 ski season” because it’s mostly about layering and 2020 has been, well …unexpected, but ‘How to Level Up Your Lodge-less Resort Experience’ seems to be more fitting for the times. Resort skiing is going to be different…
Searching for the right mid-layer jacket? I was too, for years! I have a great little down jacket but sometimes it’s too hot or it’s very wet and I want a synthetic option. Enter – the Helly Hansen Lifaloft Insulator Jacket! In this gear review we explore: the specs, the fit, and the performance of…
Friends of mine raved about the Helly Hansen Lifa Merino base layers for years. Until now, I didn’t understand why. In this gear review, we explore the specs, the fit, and the performance. Plus I’ll share my thoughts on the Lifa Merino Midweight Crew base layer and why it is so raved about! Helly Hansen…
Looking for a new adventure destination? Look no further! This post is all about the Best Places in Kelowna for Outdoor Adventures – whether you want a long weekend escape or a summer long stay, Kelowna and the Oakanagan Valley is a must do. Will and I spent the Thanksgiving Long Weekend visiting friends in…
Corner Brook is the largest city on Newfoundland’s west coast and one of the best bases for exploring the Bay of Islands and Humber Valley. You can walk from downtown into a forested trail network, look across the city and bay from mountain viewpoints, visit local museums and galleries, or drive less than an hour…