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Not Ladylike Hikes July to September Recap

The gauzy, golden, end of the day in Edmonton is a spectacular time to get outside and explore the trails. This summer, Not ladylike Hikes changed up our routine and came together on Sunday evenings at 7:0pm. This gave folks who struggle with early AM on a weekend the opportunity to join in. And itContinueContinue reading “Not Ladylike Hikes July to September Recap”

Camping, Hiking (and a Party) in Elk Island National Park

We are on year four of this tradition, and honestly it is a highlight of the year! Three of my favourite things – camping, hiking, and a party – in an amazing place. With many of the best and brightest folks in my life. I couldn’t ask for a better birthday celebration. CAMPING Camping inContinueContinue reading “Camping, Hiking (and a Party) in Elk Island National Park”

A Cool Dip and a Big Climb in Waterton Lakes National Park

Waterton Lakes National Park, September 2022 These are the traditional homelands of the Blackfoot peoples in all of their diversity, as well as the traditional hunting territory of the Kutenai people. The Kutenai were most likely driven out of these areas by the Blackfoot when they expanded their range thanks to rifles and horses. TheContinueContinue reading “A Cool Dip and a Big Climb in Waterton Lakes National Park”

Second Quarter Books (2021)

a woman wearing a grey ball cap and blue round glasses is holding up two books to the camera. the book on the left has an image of outerspace on it. the book on the right is a rich red colour with dainty drawings of leaves and flowers on it with a white title filling most of the cover.

Second Quarter Books (2021) Another quarter of the year down. Summer usually brings for me depression, envy, and doubt in myself as a mom. This year I am countering that with a goals reset and a Summer “would be cool if” List. And more books of course. Here’s what the last three months looked likeContinueContinue reading “Second Quarter Books (2021)”

Day Trip Adventure in Clearwater County

Inspired by my pal Nadine, who took her family to Jasper for the day last month, I chatted with Dan about doing something similar for us, but in a different location. He said “sure”, and so we did. This may come as a surprise, but I am not much of a planner when it comesContinueContinue reading “Day Trip Adventure in Clearwater County”

Earth Month 2021 – The Great Garbage Challenge

At the beginning of April I went for a walk in my neighbourhood and I picked up 5 small bags of garbage. And that got me thinking (more on this below). On this particular walk, I was alternately told “good for you” and “you’re a saint”. The rest of the folks I passed said nothing.ContinueContinue reading “Earth Month 2021 – The Great Garbage Challenge”

Solidarity in 2021

This post initially started out as a way for me to work out my “Numbers Goal” around donations. But then I did some more reading and learning, and adjusted my expectations and my aspirations for giving in 2021. And then I decided to participate in the 2021 Coldest Night of the Year. As per usual,ContinueContinue reading “Solidarity in 2021”