Fly Fishing the Mighty Miramichi River
The fly fishermen sitting next to me have been coming to Country Haven Fishing Lodge along the Miramichi River in New Brunswick for decades. However,…
How Many Ways Can You Eat Lobster?
I love lobster, like really L-O-V-E lobster – I would choose to eat lobster for my final meal if I had to. When I decided…
Take a Houseboat Vacation and Learn to Relax
“But what is there to do for 4 days on a houseboat vacation?” I asked Dalene and Pete one day when we were chatting on…
Things to do in Tuktoyaktuk Northwest Territories
If you just come, put your foot in the Arctic Ocean, or walk on it in winter and turn around – then you are missing…
Why Would Someone Live in the Canadian Arctic?
At the far north end of the Dempster Highway sits the remote community of Inuvik, Canada. Located 125 miles above the Arctic Circle, with only…
The Ultimate Arctic Adventure – Drive the Ice Roads in Canada
“Wait, you’re telling me we are driving on the Arctic Ocean?” I exclaimed in disbelief as my stomach fluttered with butterflies. We had just gone…
Forget Cruising and Take a Real Arctic Adventure Tour
One if by land, two if by sea; everyone knows land is better whenever possible, even the forefathers. It’s that time of year when people…
Embrace Winter From Above in Banff
I don’t ski, but I want to get to the top of the mountains to see the gorgeous Banff National Park views – what’s a…
Can Temperature Heal Us?
Global warming, disappearing sea ice, receding glaciers, melting ice shelves and warm blobs are killing the salmon population; temperature is in our news constantly. In…
Things To Do in Winnipeg If You Have Extra Time on Your Polar Bear Trip
Twelve thousand tourists visit Churchill Manitoba a year primarily to see polar bears. It’s a huge draw for a small town of 800 people. Since…