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  • An image of a couple standing in front of the frozen Star Creek Falls in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, Canada.
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Star Creek Falls Ice Walk

    February 20, 2021 /

    There’s something magical about seeing a deep craggy canyon from the ground up and the Star Creek Falls ice walk lets you do that and much more. It’s a chance to see the power of erosion from an entirely new angle. You technically have to walk on water to get the view – which in summer, spring or fall is impossible. That’s what makes winter so special. When the creek is frozen, you can make your way carefully along the ice taking in the geology and the incredible ice formations that showcase nature’s artistry. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of…

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    There is something incredibly intrepid about the notion of driving yourself across Africa watching an ever-changing landscape filled with elephants, giraffes, lions and other wildlife roll past your window.

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  • An image of a couple standing in front of one of the Grassi Lakes - Canmore winter hikes and snowshoe trails
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Winter Hikes & Snowshoe Trails Near Canmore

    December 24, 2020 /

    Midway between Kananaskis Country and Banff National Park, the charming town of Canmore makes a great base for exploring the Canadian Rockies in winter. It’s a destination that absolutely sparkles when the snow falls. One of the best ways to enjoy the frosty season is to get outside and enjoy Canmore winter hikes and snowshoe trails. There are plenty of wonderful pathways and trails both inside and outside Banff National Park to explore and the scenery can’t be beat. Here are some suggested Canmore winter hikes and snowshoe trails outside the national park. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these…

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  • An image of the Crescent Falls Upper Waterfall in David Thompson Country, Alberta - Crescent Falls Hike.
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    Crescent Falls Hike – Family Fun in Summer and Winter

    July 17, 2019 /

    The Crescent Falls hike leads to two stunning waterfalls in Alberta's David Thompson Country - a fabulous reward for novice hikers looking for adventure.

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    An image of Maligne Lake in Jasper in early winter before the lake has frozen, but after the first snow - Jasper in Winter - 12 Stunning Photographs

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    December 18, 2018
  • An image of two people looking at the ice formations in Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park - Johnston Canyon Winter Hike
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    Johnston Canyon Winter Hike & Ink Pots

    January 28, 2019 /

    Banff's Johnston Canyon winter hike and ink pots hike can be combined in a single day! The ice formations and spectacular. It's one of the prettiest hikes in the Canadian Rockies.

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    An image of the Crescent Falls Upper Waterfall in David Thompson Country, Alberta - Crescent Falls Hike.

    Crescent Falls Hike – Family Fun in Summer and Winter

    July 17, 2019
  • An image of a person standing on the ice bubbles at Abraham Lake in Alberta. Photo by Debbie Olsen
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    Abraham Lake, Alberta – Ice Bubble Heaven

    January 25, 2019 /

    There are a few things you should know if you want to safely visit Abraham Lake in winter and get the best ice bubble pictures possible.

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    September 10, 2018
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    15 Fantastically Fun Things to do in Waterton

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    Alberta Hikes Help You Beat the Winter Blues

    January 23, 2019 /

    Chionophobia is the fear of snow and frigophobia is the fear of the cold. There you have it. I just diagnosed myself using the Internet. Despite my issues with Old Man Winter, I've discovered that Alberta hikes and outdoor activities can help you beat the winter blues.

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    An image of two people looking at the ice formations in Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park - Johnston Canyon Winter Hike

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    January 28, 2019
  • An image of two people hiking along the trail to the ink pots in Banff National Park - Microspikes for Hiking review
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    Microspikes for Hiking Product Review

    January 14, 2019 /

    If you have ever been hiking in the mountains in the winter, you will know that ice cleats can be invaluable. On a recent family hike, we outfitted everyone with slip-on microspikes for hiking and it made a real difference. Here's our review and some tips for using MaxxDry GripOns Canadian Tire ice cleats.

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    Grotto Canyon Hike in Winter

    January 11, 2019 /

    The Grotto Canyon hike is a great hike in any season, but it’s particularly fun in winter. You’ll see frozen waterfalls, pictographs, high canyon walls and a stunning snow covered landscape. You’ll even get to visit a cave. It’s a great adventure and it only takes a couple of hours to complete.

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    An image of a person standing on the ice bubbles at Abraham Lake in Alberta. Photo by Debbie Olsen

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    Hiking to Troll Falls

    August 27, 2018 /

    Troll Falls is one of the quick and easy Kananaskis hikes that has a stunning payoff. Not far from Kananaskis Village in Alberta, Canada, this hike is only 3.4 km round-trip with basically no elevation change – something that’s hard to find in the Canadian Rockies. The hike can be completed in 1 to 2 hours and has a rewarding view of a stunning waterfall at the end! There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Related: Check out our post about the Prairie Mountain Hike. …

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    Prairie Mountain – Hike a Mountain Before Lunch!

    July 23, 2018 /

    Prairie Mountain is a popular hiking summit, close to the city of Calgary, just West of Bragg Creek in the Kananaskis Country area of Alberta. It is a short yet challenging hike of just under 7 km with about 700 m elevation gain. Due to its popularity, it is a great summit to attempt any time of year and in any season, summer, winter, spring or fall – so long as you come prepared. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Getting to Prairie…

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