Skate at Shipyard Commons North Vancouver
North Vancouver's fantastic renewal project The Shipyards District is host to the largest outdoor skating rink in the lower mainland. ...
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John
Nov 25, 20221 min read
Tunnel Bluffs Hike
On a clear day zoom up to Lions Bay (half way between Vancouver and Squamish) for a superb half-day hike up to one of the best views of...
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John
Mar 6, 20222 min read
Ski after work
With three local mountains less than fourty minutes away, Vancouver is one of the only major metropolitan regions in the world where you...
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John
Oct 11, 20212 min read
Salt Spring Fall Cider & Cycling
Salt Spring is the most frequently visited and famous Gulf Island and a fantastic weekend getaway from the lower mainland. Perfect place...
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John
Jun 6, 20211 min read
Swimming at Mystery Lake
A quick drive from the city at Mt Seymour the Mystery Lake trail is an easy hike and swim option to cool down in the summer heat. The...
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John
Nov 4, 20201 min read
Top of the Stawamus Chief
Views for days! You've got to try the Stawamus Chief hike during your Vancouver Gap Year. Looking out over the Fjord adjacent to the town...
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John
Jul 19, 20201 min read
Stand up paddle board & kayak Deep Cove
Escape the downtown urban grind to a calm ocean oasis at Deep Cove. Less than thirty minutes drive or an easy public bus this adorable...
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John
May 12, 20201 min read
Walk the Lynn Canyon
Lynn Canyon is a great 'all weather' activity close to Vancouver that is worth visiting outside the peak summer months. It is also...
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John
May 9, 20201 min read
Hike Quarry Rock
Hands down my favourite hike in the lower mainland. The eastern section of the Baden Powell trail is a rewarding four kilometre walk...
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John
May 4, 20201 min read
Easy afternoon at wonderful Whyte Lake
Visiting Whyte Lake is one of the easiest ways to find serenity in Vancouver. This gentle six kilometre return trail can be extended to...
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John
May 3, 20201 min read
Hit the beach
You would normally think twice before uttering the words 'Canada' and 'good beaches' in the same sentence! Over the short summer period...
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John
May 1, 20201 min read
The beautiful blue Joffre Lakes
Catapulted to fame via Instagram, the Joffre Lakes hiking trail cannot be missed. Close to the village of Pemberton and approximately two...
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John
Apr 28, 20201 min read
City views after work from Dog Mountain trail
On a clear day in summer the Dog Mountain trail has fantastic views over Vancouver but less foot traffic than other vantage points and is...
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John
Apr 27, 20202 min read
Snowshoe Mount Baker wilderness
North America's deepest snow base is only two hours drive away from Vancouver. Here you can traipse up a snow drenched mountaintop...
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John
Apr 27, 20201 min read
Diez Vistas- ten view hike at Buntzen Lake
The Diez Vistas Trail winds its way around the Bunzten Lake, just north of Coquitlam. The Spanish name 'ten views' reflects the amazing...
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John
Apr 19, 20201 min read
Do the gruelling Grouse Grind
The official fitness regime of those living in North Vancouver! 2830 steps over 2.9km and 285m elevation.
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John
Apr 19, 20201 min read
Run the seawall
Stanley Park is one of downtown Vancouver's biggest assets. All year around you can run the recently renovated seawall which will give...
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