by Brian Patton | Oct 6, 2025 | Home page News |
The bridge across the Simpson River leading to Surprise Creek is an intriguing structure. It’s a bridge that has long linked Kootenay National Park to Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park in British Columbia. I highlighted this bridge around 5 years ago when I... by Brian Patton | Jun 26, 2025 | Home page News |
A rockfall that killed two hikers and injured three others at Banff’s Bow Glacier Falls dominated the news on Thursday, June 19. The event was of particular interest to us since it was one of the first trails we documented and measured for the first... by Brian Patton | Mar 28, 2025 | Home page News |
It’s been four years since the popular Berg Lake trail was closed by a severe flood event. After extensive trail reconstruction and bridge relocations, BC Parks is reopening the trail and its seven campgrounds all the way to Berg Lake and Robson Pass. The trail... by Brian Patton | Mar 16, 2025 | Home page News |
I’ve always supported and promoted Canadian manufacturers of hiking gear. And what better time to highlight these products when so many Canadians are working to purchase goods produced in this country. I’ve highlighted Canadian-made products in previous... by Brian Patton | May 27, 2024 | Home page News |
A predatory grizzly bear attack late last September that left two people and their dog dead in their Red Deer River campsite has had a sobering effect on backpackers planning another season in the backcountry. Predatory bear attacks are rare. This one is undoubtedly... by Brian Patton | Apr 2, 2024 | Home page News, Jasper National Park |
Backcountry campsites have become more difficult to reserve on the most popular trails in the Mountain Parks. An increasing number of hikers are resorting to long-distance day hikes to experience the Rockies’ most scenic trips. We explore the advantages and...