When I learned to fly, my flight instructor told me flying was boredom 95% of the time and the other 5% delivered sphincter-narrowing excitement. That phrase ran through my head as I searched … [Read more...]
The man who inspired Charles Darwin
Most people have heard of Charles Darwin but few know about Charles Waterton who played an important role in Darwin’s life. Waterton seems to have been forgotten by history but he created the first … [Read more...]
Is Wild Cool with Casey Anderson?
Many people associate Chateau Lake Louise with luxurious accommodation and fine dining; a place where it is easier to expand your waistline than your mind. But this weekend, I was able to do both (and … [Read more...]
Making It Easy
A large office supply company pioneered the idea of an easy button – one push and all your challenges fade away. What if you could make your trip to Canada’s national parks easier? Banff National Park … [Read more...]
When Winter Goes Missing
When I think of winter, I think of cold temps and snow, lots of it. But this year winter didn’t show up in western Canada. Castle Mountain Resort in southern Alberta closed its ski hill in mid … [Read more...]