Missed a day (scuba diving courses can make you miss a deadline), but my countdown continues to opening day on December 1.
Now, obviously, snowshoeing is about getting out there and seeing wonderful winter scenery, but there’s no point coming back starving. My famous homemade power bars (people who eat them tell me it’s okay to say “famous”) are part of every trip, and along with tea or hot chocolate, they add a delicious boost. Stephanie and Katie are my power bar Yelp reviewers, and after that, why not come try them for yourselves?
#powerbars #bakedtreats #goodies #winter #winterstart #greatdividenature #canadianrockies #lakelouise #MyBanff #banffnationalpark #banffcanada #explorealberta #travelalberta #snowshoeing #snowshoeingadventures #guidedsnowshoeing #snowshoelakelouise #snowshoeguide #lovewinter #december1 #openingday #tendaycountdown
I’m counting down the days until December 1st.
On my list of reasons to try a snowshoeing tour, one is to celebrate a special occasion, like a birthday. Candles, singing, and birthday goodies are all included, and you’ll come away with great memories. Snowshoeing is fun for everyone, so plan a birthday trip for someone special in your life.
#greatdividenature #canadianrockies #lakelouise #MyBanff #banffnationalpark #banffcanada #explorealberta #travelalberta #snowshoeing #snowshoeingadventures #guidedsnowshoeing #snowshoelakelouise #snowshoeguide #lovewinter #december1 #december1st #opening day #tendaycountdown #specialbirthday #birthdaysnowshoe
The countdown continues to opening day on December 1! We’ve been getting snow steadily since the weekend, and I’m excited to get back on snowshoes. It’s a fun way to explore, and my favourite spots around Lake Louise and up the Icefields Parkway feature snow that is famously silky and fluffy.
#winter #winterstart #greatdividenature #canadianrockies #lakelouise #MyBanff #banffnationalpark #banffcanada #explorealberta #travelalberta #snowshoeing #snowshoeingadventures #guidedsnowshoeing #snowshoelakelouise #snowshoeguide #lovewinter #december1 #openingday #tendaycountdown
It’s snowing in Lake Louise today, and it’s the start of my ten day countdown to Great Divide’s snowshoeing season. For the next ten days, I’ll give you teasers of what it looks like out there in the park. If you’re looking for adventure, beauty, solitude, and nature, join me on a snowshoe outing!
#greatdividenature #canadianrockies #lakelouise #MyBanff #banffnationalpark #banffcanada #explorealberta #travelalberta #snowshoeing #snowshoeingadventures #guidedsnowshoeing #snowshoelakelouise #snowshoeguide #lovewinter #december1 #december1st #opening day #tendaycountdown
The icicles are freezing, the snow is arriving, and snowshoeing and skiing are on their way!
#greatdividenature #lakelouise #mybanff #banff #winter #lovewinter #snowshoeing
I was out leading a birdwatching trip in Banff today, and it reminded me that it’s #wildlife wednesday.
Here’s a real treat from a couple of weeks ago: a pair of solitary sandpipers foraging in a beautiful Lake O’Hara stream. I love the long legs and the long bills.
#sandpiper #solitarysandpiper #birds #birding #guidedbirding #greatdividenature #yoho #yohonationalpark #lakeohara #wildlife
Wonderful day at Lake O’Hara yesterday, ending with the biggest hailstorm I’ve ever experienced in the Rockies. Luckily, my guests and I were already safely in the bus. Make sure you watch with the sound on!
When we got out at the bottom of the O’Hara access road, we found hailstones the size of cherries!
#wildweather #hail #lakeohara #guidedhiking #greatdividenature
Super fun wildlife sighting today at the back of Lake Louise. I’ve never seen a marmot try to cross such a wide stream, but was very impressed with the technique!
#hoarymarmot #marmot #greatdividenature #guidedhikes #lakelouise #banff #mybanff
It’s #wildlifewednesday.
About three weeks ago, I was lucky enough to ride my bike to Highwood Pass with friends. The road — Highway 40 in Kananaskis — is closed to cars from mid-November to mid-June, and it’s a pleasure to ride it in June before it re-opens for summer traffic.
This spring, there were bachelor herds of bighorn sheep hanging out near the pass, and they put on quite the show, travelling right by us on our bikes. They’ll be heading to the high country soon to fatten up for fall. I wonder which of this gang will be ready to try to fight for breeding privileges this year?
#bighornsheep #bighorns #highway40 #highwoodpass #greatdividenature #kananaskis
#scenicsunday
#yoho #yohonationalpark #waterfalls #guidedhikes #guidedhiking #greatdividenature
Today’s spring ski tour into Paradise Valley. Moody skies, clear crisp water in Paradise Creek, and imposing Mt. Temple.
PS: This is a great summer hiking location
#scenicsunday #paradisevalley #banff #lakelouise #greatdividenature #guidedhiking
