Summer's here and the hiking's hot!

Hope you're staying cool while enjoying the season. This week's article includes a trail in one of our favourite summertime areas -- B.C.'s West Kootenays. Here's the latest article from the Hiking & Backpacking site at BellaOnline.com.

Galena Trail
Hidden gems abound for those willing to step slightly off the beaten path.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art38080.asp

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Cheers,
Megan

Megan Kopp, Hiking & Backpacking Editor
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