“Rip it, drip it, sip it.” That’s the slogan and I’m here to say that Java Juice is the answer to this backcountry coffee-lover’s quest for the perfect cup ‘o joe.

When we discovered “powdered” coconut milk, we were in heaven! It was now possible to modify one of our favourite car camping meals and take it into the backcountry. Here’s how we did it!

A slim, pocket-sized guide packed with a surprising amount of information on the best easy day hikes in Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks.

Because of the possibility of grizzly bear encounters, hiking to Banff National Park’s Larch Valley often means teaming up with strangers to meet a minimum group size.

Sleep is often elusive for backpackers -- what with pointy sticks and stones sucking the heat from the core of your body. Finding the right sleeping pad is critical.

Take this relatively short, steep hike to the top of Sulphur Mountain and you’ll be rewarded with endless views as well as bragging rights!

It can make or break your trip – make sure you take the time to ask the right questions before you buy a backpack.

Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park, located in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains, is a hiker’s dream.

Rain, rain, go away -- but if it won't, a little planning and extra gear can make the trip enjoyable!

The debate about potential health hazards associated with bisphenol-A (a chemical used in making polycarbonate plastic like that used in some water bottles) continues. Check out this article for updated facts.