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Upper Myra Falls - Vancouver Island Hike

Meg Cuthbert

Sep 30, 2019

Upper Myra Falls - Vancouver Island Hike

It's mostly single-track trail that is nicely nestled in with foliage. The surface terrain is very soft and springy, and although it had

An Adventure Lady’s Guide to Campbell River:
Sass, Class, and Kicking Ass

Meg Cuthbert

Sep 3, 2019

An Adventure Lady’s Guide to Campbell River: Sass, Class, and Kicking Ass

Campbell River is most commonly known for its sport fishing. Fishy people come from around the world to dive into this sport fishing mecca.

Ripple Rock Campbell River - Vancouver Island Hike

Meg Cuthbert

Aug 27, 2019

Ripple Rock Campbell River - Vancouver Island Hike

The Ripple Rock hike is a 7.7 kilometre out and back trek to the Ripple Rock viewpoint. The hike is around four hours, depending on how aggr

Meg Cuthbert

Jun 19, 2019

Yukon Road Trip

This is the first family vacation we had all done in probably 15 years, so, in the middle of June, my brother and his wife, my sister, Danie

Hiking Bald Mountain or Noodles Shouldn't Be the Only Thing in Your Pack

Meg Cuthbert

Apr 29, 2019

Hiking Bald Mountain or Noodles Shouldn't Be the Only Thing in Your Pack

Cowichan Lake is an iconic summertime destination for lake lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Just outside of Youbou, Bald Mountain is a

Meg Cuthbert

Jan 14, 2019

South Islands Cider Cycle Circle Route

There are six land-based cideries in this region, each with their own unique stake in the cider business. This region’s mild weather and gen

2019 Vancouver Island Hiking Bucket List - 12 Hikes in 12 Months

Meg Cuthbert

Dec 31, 2018

2019 Vancouver Island Hiking Bucket List - 12 Hikes in 12 Months

* This blog is being updated throughout 2019 as the hikes are completed. Lace up them boots! In 2019 I’m going to conquer some hikes that...

Road Tripping from Calgary in the Poor Man’s Ferrari — A 1984 Toyota Supra

Meg Cuthbert

Oct 9, 2018

Road Tripping from Calgary in the Poor Man’s Ferrari — A 1984 Toyota Supra

The Supra is a bright 80’s red (3D1 Super Red, to be exact), with pop-up headlights and a sleek, angular body. We brought a Bluetooth speake

Ladies Be Charcutering - A Salt Spring Island Bike Trip

Meg Cuthbert

Aug 27, 2018

Ladies Be Charcutering - A Salt Spring Island Bike Trip

Grab your best gals, ride 42 kms, don't accomplish your goals and enjoy the fruits of Salt Spring Island.

Tacos, Beer, Succulents: A Classic “Girl's Day” in the Comox Valley

Meg Cuthbert

May 31, 2018

Tacos, Beer, Succulents: A Classic “Girl's Day” in the Comox Valley

I have some pretty rad ladies in my life who enjoy the finer things (desert plants and beer), and they’re very willing to travel for it....

Meg Cuthbert

Jan 29, 2018

Being Afraid of Heights at the CN Tower

The forecast said it was going to be cloudy and even possibly rainy later in the day, and the rain would continue for the rest of my...

Meg Cuthbert

Oct 30, 2017

Hiking the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail

My Dad and I hiked the Juan de Fuca in August 2017. I had invited him to join me on the trail months before and he said, “maybe.” Three week

Meg Cuthbert

Jul 30, 2017

Backroads Camping - Timberland Lake

We set off to camp at Timberland Lake not Echo Lake. We were seeking adventure in our off-roads map book and chose Echo lake for its rec...

Meg Cuthbert

Apr 20, 2017

Camping on Salt Spring Island

In early April we went on our first camp of the year at Ruckle Park on Salt Spring Island. This two-night mini adventure included...

Meg Cuthbert

Jan 16, 2017

5 Things in Byron Bay

Byron Bay is located right in the centre of Australia’s eastern coast. 777km north of Sydney but only 166km south of Brisbane. We visited...

Meg Cuthbert

Jan 3, 2017

2016 In Pictures

In 2016 we moved from one extreme to another. We left Vancouver and moved to Maple Bay in the Cowichan Valley. We renovated a home and...

Meg Cuthbert

Oct 21, 2016

Canso 11007 Plane Crash: Tofino BC

On February 10th, 1945 a Canso 11007 Royal Canadian Airforce bomber with twelve crew members onboard crashed into trees due to an engine...

Meg Cuthbert

Oct 20, 2016

Soo River 4x4 Adventure

Vancouver is known for it’s proximity to the mountains and wilderness. However, even though these beautiful places are within eyesight...