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 READ MORE
Backcountry Skiing
Discussion: Active Adventure Warm Up
Active adventures such as biking, climbing, hiking, paddling, trail running or skiing demand a lot from our bodies. Doing an active adventure warm up can be a great way to perform better, avoid injuries, and can offer mental and physiological gains. Today I want to ask you: how do you warm up before an active READ MORE
Self Guided: Southwest Gulch Backcountry Ski Trip
The ‘pinnacle’ of backcountry skiing in Western Newfoundland is Southwest Gulch in Gros Morne National Park. Skiing in this area is mostly done over a series of days while staying at the cabin located there, but ambitious skiers or snowboarders with full touring set ups can make a big day of the area. This place READ MORE
Gear Review: Osprey Kresta 30
Wether you’re a skier, snowboarder or snowshoer looking for a great winter pack, you found it! The Osprey Kresta 30 Ski Pack has all the features you need to head out for a great day in the snow. Kresta 30 Specs Glove friendly buckles and zipper pulls (for real!) Reinforced wear points Stowaway helmet carry Front and READ MORE
A Local’s Guide to February in Newfoundland
February means winter is here. Snowmobile and cross country ski trails are groomed, the ski hills are open and there is plenty snow to play with. This month is full of excitement as the locals are excited to get out in the snow and play. Come out and join in the wintery, snowy FUN! Be ready READ MORE
Guest Post: Critical Winter Survival Tips
Well, winter ain’t over yet in Western Newfoundland so Dan from Survival Sullivan offered to share his tips for winter survival. These winter survival tips could save your life – have a read and share your thoughts in the comments below. Disclosure: There are some affiliate links below, for which commissions are paid, but these are READ MORE
Learning to Backcountry Ski – First Days
At last! I spent my first days skiing in the backcountry of Gros Morne National Park! Happy to report that I am now one of the people coming back glowing and raving about new lines and awesome runs;)The weather was perfect, all my gear worked and it was amazing – really and truly amazing. I READ MORE
Learning to Backcountry Ski – Gearing Up
I have been putting off learning to backcountry ski, waiting for the time to be right, waiting for the right day, waiting and waiting…excuses! All excuses. I’m done with waiting and using work, relationships and other ‘commitments’ as excuses, so this winter I’m doing it! Over the last few years, more and more of my READ MORE