Hike This: Coast of Bays

The Coast of Bays in Central Newfoundland is an “off the beaten path” experience, it’s as far south on Route 360 as you can go. This area of the island was a place I was eager to explore, to check out the hiking opportunities and to spend time in the wild nature of rural Newfoundland. READ MORE

Trip Report: Long Range Traverse

Another successful multiday trek on the Long Range Traverse. Kate and Ashlee from New York State were visiting Western Newfoundland and wanted to do the trek and have the support and knowledge of a local guide. Below is our route plan, packing list and day by day as it happened trip report. With warm weather READ MORE

A Local’s Guide to December in Newfoundland

A Local’s Guide to December in Newfoundland is here to help you stay active this month! It can be hard to keep playing outside now since the weather is less than ideal and the days are short. It’s important though to keep active outside in December so you allow your body time to adapt to READ MORE

Hike This: Gros Morne Mountain

Hiking the James Callaghan Trail up and over Gros Morne Mountain in the summer is a popular activity. Likely the most popular trail in Gros Morne National Park but it’s even better in the winter! There are less people there, the views are just as amazing (if not better), and the trail is easier to READ MORE

Fall Hiking: Trails, Checklists and more!

It’s October! Fall is well underway. Often, we start to feel the less motivated to keep active as the cooler weather encroaches and the days shorten. As I talk with fellow outdoor enthusiasts, we all agree that October (even November!) is the best time to adventure and spend time in the woods. There is something in the air, READ MORE

June Highlights from Exploring the Northern Peninsula

Why should you explore the Great Northern Peninsula in June?As a hiker and outdoor guide, June has always been my favourite month to visit the northern peninsula. In fact, working with Wild Women Expeditions to refine their Iceberg and Arts Tour has given me more and more insight into why this is the best time of the READ MORE

Tortoise Mountain Trail – Lark Harbour

Are you looking for a short adventure? Explore the wild beauty of Tortoise Mountain Trail in Lark Harbour. This beautiful hiking experience brings together stunning views of the Bay of Islands and a steady climb to create a truly unforgettable hike. From the rocky beach at Blow Me Down Provincial Park to the unobstructed views READ MORE

Hike This: Lewis Hills Traverse

Hike #10 in “Hikes of Western Newfoundland” is my personal favourite trek to date in all of Western Newfoundland. The International Appalachian Trail’s Lewis Hills Traverse has it all; big views, challenging terrain, plus you get to bag the highest peak on the island! What more could you ask for? READ MORE

Hikes of Western Newfoundland at MEC!

It’s official! Hikes of Western Newfoundland is now available at Mountain Equipment Co-op!! It all stared with an email: Feb 12, 2016 “Good news – apparently, MEC shall be stocking your book as of this spring, via our national distributor.” ~ Gavin Will, Boulder Publications What?!! Really?!! OMG!! Needless to say, Alex and I are READ MORE