Fitness & Nutrition

When I’m sitting around a campfire, nibbling on s’mores and preparing to cozy up in a sleeping bag, no other non-alcoholic beverage hits the spot quite like a soothing cup of chamomile, peppermint or vanilla rooibos. Here are five reasons why...

Speaking from experience, ankle sprains are the worst. Not only is spraining your ankle super painful, but the time you must take off from hiking and other sports to recover can be extremely frustrating. (Not to mention the armpit...

When we're not actually adventuring, we love nothing more than listening to people talk about adventuring. Gear reviews and discussions? Yes please. Interviews with our heroes? Sign us up. Tales from the edge? Tell us everything. The best thing about podcasts...

The short answer is yes! Heavy and awkwardly packed items can pull on or poke your body in uncomfortable ways after only a few minutes on the trail. Stashing items like bear spray and water in your backpack creates a...

These are all common questions that endurance enthusiasts (professional, amateurs and weekend warriors alike) either type into their favourite search engine or pose to their community of like-minded athletes. What’s the answer? Well, annoyingly, it can vary depending on...

Sometimes it can be challenging to motivate kids to swap their screen time for time in nature, especially in cold or dreary weather. Luckily, food can be an excellent motivator, and a thoughtfully curated backpack full of snacks can...

Winter hikes with a baby are dominated by two thoughts. One, is he too cold? Two, poop. While the kiddo was still snug in my belly, safely hidden from the elements and constantly fed and cleaned, it was easy to assume that our...

Whether you're new to the vegan scene or have been practising for a while and are in search of fresh ideas to keep you energized for your outdoor adventures, these sweet and savoury snacks will fuel you on a long...

Alberta-based Kristyn Carriere hadn’t always planned to launch an energy bar company in Canada, but a tragic twist of fate—and what she believes to be a message from beyond—became the catalysts for what today is known as Seven Summits Snacks. Kristyn...

Campfire cooking is a fun experience, but it does not have to be limited to conventional meals like hot dogs and hamburgers. Get creative and bring your spices, seasonings and sauces to enjoy delicious meals before or after your outdoor...

Vancouver-based cyclist and designer Mel Webb recently completed a bikepacking trip with her partner, Jake, starting and ending in the town of Fernie, British Columbia. The trip, which covered 626 kilometres, a variety of terrain and was Mel’s first longer...

If there's one thing I've learned after years of hiking with my three kids, it's to always bring more food and water than I think I'll need. Not only is it a smart idea in case we get lost, this...