I’ve got a lot of backpacking trips planned for this summer and for that I needed a good backpack that would fit in all my gear and be comfortable! Luckily I’ve now got a great backpack for all my overnight hiking needs. The all-new Vango Cascade backpack is great for multi-day hikes and it’s also…
Along with the Vango Latitude 400 sleeping bag I’ve also been testing the Vango F10 Aero 3 sleeping mat. This self-inflating sleeping mat is lightweight, packs up small and is super comfortable. Plus, it adds a nice layer of warmth which is great when you’re sleeping on snow as I have been recently! If you’re…
Spending time in nature is a great way to unwind, explore, and connect with the world around us. For outdoor enthusiasts, there’s nothing better than hitting the trails, pitching a tent, or simply breathing in the fresh air. If you’re shopping for gift ideas for outdoor lovers, you’re in luck. There are plenty of gift…
A while ago, my husband and I bought two Intex Challenger k2 inflatable kayaks. We’ve used these kayaks a number of times and they’ve saved us a lot of money on kayak rentals around Canada! However, on a weekend away in Harrison Hot Springs we noticed that one of the kayaks seemed to have a…
As someone who’s been lucky enough to backpack and travel a lot, I’ve learned a thing or two about the best gadgets for backpacking and travel essentials that make a trip smooth, comfortable, and hassle-free. I’ve been on many backpacking trips and multi-month travel adventures across the globe, including 3 months in South America, a…
I know what you’re thinking. “Waterproof socks? Why on earth would I need them? My shoes are waterproof thanks very much.” Well, yeah I get it and that’s what I thought too. But that’s until I moved to Vancouver and discovered what real rain was. And, while we’re on that point if one more Canadian…
Over the course of five months living in a van (our van Elvis), we narrowed down the items we consider to be van life essentials pretty quickly. This essential gear for van life helped us live comfortably without overpacking our van. We refined our camping and best vanlife accessories over the months and now we’ve…
This bag is no longer available. However, a very similar one here should do the deal! If you’re a regular traveller, particularly one who goes on shorter trips requiring less luggage, then you’ll know my frustration with finding a good carry on bag. One that fits under the seat in front of you on trains…