Five Easy Kananaskis Hikes with Great Rewards
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Are your in-laws visiting? Do you have friends out from Ontario? Want to show off the beauty of the mountains but don’t think they’ll handle a full day hike? Don’t worry, we’ve compiled five of the best, shorter hikes in Kananaskis Country that have some great rewards. Even if you’re an experienced hiker, these little […]Where It All Began: A visit to the Cave & Basin National Historic Site
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Did you know the Canada Strong Pass doesn’t just apply to National Parks? It also means many National Historic Sites, including the Cave and Basin, are free. So taking advantage of this opportunity, we decided to head to the birthplace of Canada’s National Parks. And we’ve gotta say – it’s worth the visit. The museum […]The Ancestors Are Talking at the Whyte Museum
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The Ancestors Are Talking is an incredible exhibit on display at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies until October 14, 2025. This display features the groundbreaking artwork of the Professional Native Indian Artists Inc. (PNIAI), colloquially known as the Indigenous Group of Seven. The exhibit showcases iconic works by all members of this prestigious […]Art in Nature Trail
Looking for something to do in Banff? The Art in Nature Trail is a gentle, wheelchair-accessible stroll that combines some of the best views around the Banff townsite with the creativity of locals who love these mountains. This open-air gallery is a self-guided journey that’s free to explore. The Art in Nature Trail is produced […]A Walk along the Marsh Boardwalk in Banff
Banff is known for its rugged beauty. Thoughts of invigorating adventure in the Rocky Mountains don’t exactly scream warm waters and tropical fish, but it was exactly a bit of hot water that spurred the beginning of Banff National Park, and the Canadian National Parks system as a whole. Today, a gentle walk along the […]Free Things to Do in Banff
The Canada Strong Pass means the national parks are free this summer. And that got us thinking – what else can you do for free? Here is a short and sweet list of free things to do in Banff. Better bring your walking shoes. Find Free Parking Parking in Banff is hectic at the best […]5 Things to do in Jasper this Weekend
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Are you visiting Jasper? There is so much to see and do, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you’re just popping in for a visit, or you’re staying for a while to take it all in, here are five things you can do in Jasper this weekend! Start with a […]Witnessing Renewal: Learning from the Kenow Wildfire
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The September 2017 Kenow Wildfire left an indelible mark on the landscape of Waterton Lakes National Park. In the eight years since, visitors, residents, and park staff had the unique opportunity to witness an intense process of ecological renewal in areas impacted by fire. The fire was of exceptional intensity and moved across the land […]
