We took some time from the Christmas holiday to go for a skate and slide in Banff. There is nothing more spectacular, than strapping on some blades and going for a skate in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Browsing Category Alberta
2013 Craft Beer Advent Calendar: Grizzly Paw Moose Knuckle Winter Stout
Day 6 of the 2013 Craft Beer Advent Calendar brings a beer from the Rocky Mountains. Canmore, Alberta brings us a bold Moose Knuckle.
K Country Mountain Bike Trails For Kids: Troll Falls and Hay Meadow
The best hike for kids in K Country is Troll Falls. It’s an easy 3k walk with everything kids could ask for. It’s also an easy starter mountain bike trail
Larch Valley And 8 Other Hikes To See Fall Larches In The Rockies
When is the best time to hike Larch Valley? In the fall, when the leaves are flaming yellow. Everyone knows this so go during the week, or early on the weekends. I left home at 630 and was rewarded with a fiery mountain meadow. Here’s some pictures, and 8 other hikes to avoid the crowds during larch season in the Rockies.
Tee Time #3: Silvertip Golf Resort in Canmore
It’s so great when golf courses open up and welcome kids to play. I took Zacharie to play Silvertip Golf Course in Canmore where they have a new short course and kids play free. He maybe plays 4 or 5 holes in the 18, he’s more interested in fixing divots, and playing with the ball washers. Silvertip was the perfect place for us to play our last round of the year.
Where Is Morant’s Curve?
One of the most famous places in the Rocky Mountains is a bend in the track in a valley by a river.
Grizzly Bear Hunting From The Lake Louise Gondola And Chairlift
The best view of Lake Louise may not be from the lake itself, but across the valley at the Lake Louise gondola.
Rocky Mountain Hikes For Kids: Plain of Six Glaciers Hike With A Six Year Old
The hike to Plain of Six Glaciers is a popular tourist trek for good reason – the views along the path and the teahouse at the top are magnificent.
Rocky Mountain Hikes For Kids: Peyto Lake Rock Pile and Bow Summit Lookout
You’ve seen Peyto Lake in countless Travel Alberta ads, now take the quick and easy hike to get one of the best views of our beautiful province.
Camping With Kids #8: Camping at Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a great jumping off point for exploring Yoho National Park, the Icefields Parkway, Banff National Park, or just staying within walking distance.
Troll Falls Is The Best Hike For Kids Near Calgary
[twitter]Troll Falls – Kananaskis Country Trail Length: 3.2 km return / approx 90 minutes Elevation Gain: 40m Age Appropriate: this hike is stroller friendly making it great for all ages It doesn’t matter the season,…
First Time Snowshoeing With Kids In Jura Creek Canyon
[twitter]Jura Creek [map] Trail Length: 7km (We only did 2 km return and were out
Kid Friendly Hikes Near Calgary: Troll Falls
[twitter]Troll Falls – Kananaskis Country Trail Length: 3.2 km return / approx 90 minutes Elevation Gain: 40m Age Appropriate: this hike is stroller friendly making it great for all ages Next to the Grassi Lakes…
Camping With Kids #4: Camping At Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park
While the Johnston Canyon trail is a popular family hike, the campground across the highway will guarantee you a good parking spot to explore the waterfalls and ink pots.
What Tourists Do At Lake Louise
Tourists here are just like tourists there. They Euros probably laugh at us trying to hold up the tower at Pisa, so laugh at them jumping at Lake Louise.
Calgary Escapes: A Weekend in Canmore
If you want an escape from Calgary and you’re looking for something to do for the weekend in Canmore, here are some ideas.