The Augerpoint Traverse on Vancouver Island
Read all about the Augerpoint Traverse in the Strathcona Park on Vancouver Island. It'll give you a good insight and tips.
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HIKING VANCOUVER ISLAND & MORE
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My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive; and to do it with some passion, some compassion, some humour and some style. My website is designed to clue in my loyal readers and provide you with helpful links and information about trails, gear review and more. So sit back, relax and read on.
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Alyssa Russell
- Jul 11
- 5 min
My Top 10 Waterfalls to Swim in on Vancouver Island
Top 10 Waterfalls that are my favourite to swim in the summer on Vancouver Island
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Alyssa Russell
- Jul 3
- 7 min
How Hiking Changed My Life
Get inspired to hike with my small short story of how it all started in my life.
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Alyssa Russell
- May 8
- 13 min
It's Grae's World, I'm Just Showing Him
Find new trails throughout Vancouver Island as I guide you through my journey taking my son to some of his very first hikes as a baby to now
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Alyssa Russell
- Jan 14
- 9 min
Hiking into Parenthood
All about my experience hiking throughout my pregnancy!
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Alyssa Russell
- Dec 23, 2023
- 4 min
Dear 2023, This is For You....
HELLO! A message to my loyal readers, and where I've been♥
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Alyssa Russell
- Nov 24, 2023
- 8 min
Soak Up Nature, a Journey to Rejuvenation
Read all about my latest trip to an outdoor sauna and hot spring.
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Alyssa Russell
- Aug 8, 2023
- 14 min
Golden Hinde Traverse 2023
A look into Climbing Vancouver Island's tallest peak the Golden Hinde on the Elk River Trail to Phillips Ridge Traverse
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Alyssa Russell
- Jul 17, 2023
- 9 min
Overnight at Kiwi Falls
Read about how are time went at Kiwi Falls in Schoen Lake Provincial Park
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Alyssa Russell
- May 26, 2023
- 12 min
Sloquet Hot Springs Trip 2023
Tips on how to get to Sloquet and other helpful information and how our recent trip went with our three year old!
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Alyssa Russell
- Apr 26, 2023
- 6 min
The Horne Lake Hustle
(Last updated in April, 2023) The infamous Horne Lake Hustle started out as a not so very maintained trail, if any at all a few years...
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Alyssa Russell
- Mar 15, 2023
- 3 min
Recent Thoughts on Life
recent blog on my thoughts on social media & why I haven't written in awhile!
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Alyssa Russell
- Dec 3, 2022
- 9 min
Climbing the Second Tallest Peak on Vancouver Island
A climbing journal of my journey to Elkhorn Mountain in the Strathcona Park in BC.
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Alyssa Russell
- Nov 28, 2022
- 4 min
Overnight at Mount Myra
(Last updated November 2022) Mount Myra is located in the Strathcona Park outside of Campbell River BC, it's one of the second most...
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Alyssa Russell
- Nov 19, 2022
- 4 min
Hobo Hot Springs on Harrison Lake, BC
Ever wonder what else is near Harrison Hot Springs in British Columbia? Well then you won't want to miss reading what's in store!
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Alyssa Russell
- Nov 12, 2022
- 4 min
Visit Gabriola Island in BC
Visit a Gulf Island called Gabriola off Nanaimo. Helpful Iinks to the amenities around and walkings paths!
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Alyssa Russell
- Oct 26, 2022
- 2 min
All About Vessi & Why You Need a Pair
Canada Made, It's Vessi - The World's First Waterproof Shoe! In this blog we will talk about why you need a pair!
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Alyssa Russell
- Oct 20, 2022
- 6 min
Hike to an Epic Hot Spring in Kananaskis
All about Mist Mountain in Kananaskis, Alberta, directions with links and helpful tips on how to enjoy them.
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Alyssa Russell
- Oct 17, 2022
- 6 min
Top things to do in Canmore Kananaskis, Alberta
Top places to eat, drink coffee and best hikes to do in Canmore, Alberta!
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Alyssa Russell
- Oct 12, 2022
- 2 min
Lillooet Lulu Lookout
Lillooet Lulu Lookout, a short trail with amazing views of an iconic bend in the road heading to Lillooet.
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