• Hiking in the Walbran Valley

    Not to be mistaken with the Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park, the Walbran Valley is unprotected from logging and lies just on the outside of the eastern park boundary. Trails are completely built and maintained by amazing volunteers, and they have created an accessible paradise amongst old growths along Walbran Creek. From emerald pools, waterfalls, and…

  • Hike to Koksilah Ancient Forest

    Off the beaten path on Vancouver Island, lies the Koksilah Ancient Forest. About 7km west of Shawnigan Lake, you will find a small grove of old growth Douglas firs still standing along the Koksilah River. If you’re looking to get away from the busier Cathedral Grove and Avatar Grove, then this trip is a must.…

  • Best swimming holes around Cairns

    Because you can’t swim in the ocean just off the beach (saltwater crocs and stingers, how fun), fresh water pools are a life savior when it gets unbearably hot and muggy in Far North Queensland. Here are a few of my favourite (and less crowded) swimming holes around Cairns!   Behana Gorge A 45 min…