The Top Rated Snowmobile Trails in Alberta in 2019
04-Dec-2018
What does nirvana look like to you? If it includes lush swathes of pristine wilderness, loads of powdery snow, and top-notch snowmobile trails, then heaven is a place on Earth. Alberta’s Lakeland region, to get more precise. What’s so great about Lakeland? Hundreds of kilometres of excellent snowmobile terrain, for starters. Here’s a breakdown of…
Alberta Wildlife – How to Handle Bear Encounters
09-Aug-2018
Alberta is home to all sorts of beautiful national parks filled with gorgeous and majestic wildlife. Backpackers, hikers, and tourists have the opportunity to visit Alberta’s parks to see nature up close and personal. However, Alberta is home to many bears which can potentially pose a threat. Before heading out for that hike, make sure…
The Most Unique Bird Species in Alberta’s Lakeland
05-Jul-2018
There are more than 250 species of birds in the Lakeland area making it one of the best places in North America to go birding and view unique bird species. If you’re thinking about making a trip up, now is the time! Check out our guide on interesting bird watching in Lakeland, Alberta. Great Blue…
5 Backcountry Camping Hacks During Your Lakeland Camping Trip
21-Jun-2018
Camping is a blast, but only if you do it right. A camping trip without the proper supplies or preparation usually ends in disaster or at least discomfort. Avoid some common downfalls by checking out these five camping hacks below. Then, venture out and live adventurefully. 1. Pack an Extras Kit Imagine you’re out in…
5 Fun Things To Do in Lakeland Canada This Summer
16-Jun-2018
Lush forests, winding rivers, miles of hiking trails; it’s hard to find something you can’t do in Lakeland, Canada. Stretching across the province of Alberta, Lakeland has become a destination for lone travellers, wanderlust adventurers, and close-knit families. Looking for a unique adventure this summer? Lakeland, Canada is home to miles of forest to explore,…
Canoe Camping: A Beginner’s Guide
01-Apr-2018
Lakeland Provincial Park is a fabulous location for outdoor activities like canoeing and camping. Have you ever considered combining the two? More and more people each year are discovering the excitement and adventure of canoe camping. There are seven lakes in the provincial park, making it perfect for a weekend getaway. If you’ve never been…
Get Started In Cross Country Skiing
15-Dec-2017
Cross Country Skiing (often ‘X-Country’) is a great sport for the Lakeland’s climate and geography: there’s plenty of snow for a large part of the year and long country trails, with great scenery and gentle slopes. Cross-country skiing is also a great way to keep fit at any age- there are eighty-year-olds who regularly participate….
Six Ideas For Winter Adventures in Alberta
24-Nov-2017
With winter here (and winter adventures in Alberta officially here) and the holidays coming, activities in the Lakeland are undergoing their own seasonal shift. Out are long hikes on backcountry trails and in comes ice fishing, x-country skiing, snow-shoeing, even dog sledding. Snow sports aren’t only possible in the Rockies: if you’re headed up our…
Four Ways That Hiking Makes You Happier and Smarter
10-Sep-2017
You probably know that hiking is a lot of fun and it’s obviously good for your body, but what about your mind? Researchers are increasingly finding that nature and physical activity has a huge benefit for your mental health, creativity and mental acuity. Hiking Makes You Happier A study published in The Proceedings of the…
Your Guide to Experiencing a Northern Alberta Outdoor Adventure
09-Aug-2017
Canada’s Lakeland is truly the hidden gem of our country, where you’ll never run out of grand outdoor adventures. Northeastern Alberta has a variety of activities that will give you memories to last a lifetime. Spend a romantic weekend away with your significant other and see the auroras dancing across the sky, or discover an…
