hiking
Backcountry education starts with us
September 23, 2024For many in BC, adventuring outdoors is practically second nature. A hike can be the perfect way to stay active while appreciating the natural beauty of Coast Salish lands. However, knowledge of the 10 essentials and trip planning is lacking in BC, despite education efforts being made by search and rescue organizations. Many of our pastimes are centred around the outdoors, yet we’re still not as informed as we could be. Overestimating your preparedness can land anyone in a dangerous position. In early September, three hikers were rescued from the North Shore mountains after spending the night outdoors. They were…
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The ABCs of Hiking Safety
September 25, 2023With summer ending, rain coming, and the sun setting earlier, hiking is bound to become an activity that’s done less and less — some may refer to this as “shoulder season.” Hiking during this time might not be as popular,…
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Why I no longer call myself a “peakbagger”
March 27, 2023Content warning: brief mention of ableism. I’ve been fascinated with mountains ever since I can recall setting my eyes on one. There’s something so bold about local peaks that I’ve never been able to fully capture in words. In my…
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BC needs better backcountry education
October 27, 2022Outdoor recreation is steadily growing in popularity. Due to business closures and social distancing restrictions during COVID-19, BC’s regional parks saw a 61% increase in use in 2020. More people enjoying outdoor spaces is arguably a positive change, so long…
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The Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia hosts webinar on mindful outdoor use
October 6, 2022The Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia hosted a webinar on July 20 on “cultivating responsible recreation practices.” The discussion focused on fostering mindful outdoor practices, and was triggered by the environmental and social impacts of an increased “surge in…
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Dangerous Heights: We need to respect local mountains
September 8, 2022For those living in BC, local mountains may appear accessible enough to negate their risks. Towering peaks over 1,500 meters high are an hour’s drive from most major cities, and can be summitted in three to eight hours. What sounds…
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Abilities Expo 2022: Connecting community in the midst of a pandemic
June 6, 2022Being disabled can be isolating. From having a limited capacity for events to experiencing accessibility barriers, disabled people often find themselves disconnected from community. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this disconnect for many disabled people, which is what ConnecTra Society…
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Former Peak news editor’s third hiking book hits the stands
May 31, 2022Stephen Hui, former news editor for The Peak and SFU alumni, launched his latest of three hiking guidebooks, titled Best Hikes and Nature Walks with Kids In and Around Southwestern British Columbia on May 17, 2022. Hui’s first two books,…
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Reading break adventures
February 18, 2019Things to do during reading break: 1) A Riverdale day tour – For all of you Riverdale fans, I got you! Riverdale fans, you know the franchise in and out. However, you might have felt the feeling of “I have…
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Introducing a hiker’s best friend
June 11, 2018I’m going to be honest: I know absolutely nothing about hiking and I haven’t been hiking in years. Picking up the thick paperback that is SFU alum Stephen Hui’s 105 Hikes In and Around Southwestern British Columbia was a bit…
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