About the Tick

All across Canada ticks of different shapes, sizes and varieties can be found. There are over 20 species but  only 3 posing an ongoing threat to humans. Tick bites can often be very painful and slow healing however if properly taken care of the chance of major infection and the potential of contracting a disease is minimal. Adult ticks are generally half the size of your pinkie fingernail. Ticks can be… Read the rest

By Meredith Twaites

It doesn’t really matter where you look whether it is in a metropolitan city or a very remote area within the mountains or backcountry. Your chances of seeing wildlife is a very high probability.  Knowing something about the behavior of the animal, and their migration methods are crucial in safe driving in wildlife country.  Chances are, is if you see one animal, you will see many more join it, either crossing the… Read the rest

With most of Canada enjoying temperatures that are higher than seasonal this year, one must consider the effect on the snow pack before setting out on any adventures.  The best place to get current  avalanche warnings and bulletins is on the Canada Avalanche Centre’s website:  www.avalanche.ca.  Once your trip is planned, it’s time to consider your gear.  There are some essential pieces to your gear that are equally important as a seatbelt in… Read the rest