Growing up on the North Shore, the mountains were literally my backyard. While summer has always been hands-down my favourite season, the mountains have always called me. Childhood evenings and weekends were spent night skiing and racer training on the local ski hills. I am no stranger to the slopes, but my snow sport experience has mostly been limited to the fast, downhill … [Read more...]
5 tips for road tripping with kids
Disclaimer: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CanadianTire, #QuakerState #CollectiveBias Road tripping with kids is a touch different than road tripping sans kids. I have fond memories of my parents loading my brother and I into the back of my dad’s Buick Grand National each summer bound for the Okanagan. … [Read more...]
10 things you probably didn’t know about Canada
The problem with having school aged children, is that they very quickly become smarter than you. Not street smart obviously, as it's rare that a day goes by where I don't have to tell one of my kids not to eat random food found in the couch cushions, or why it's especially important to wash your hands after using public washrooms or outhouses even if you didn't pee on … [Read more...]
Snow Report: Best Spots around BC to enjoy National Ski Day
Saturday January 9th is the 2nd annual Sport Chek National Ski Day presented by CIBC, in support of Canadian National Ski Teams from Coast to Coast. To celebrate, select ski resorts across the country will be offering $15 lift tickets! Tickets are on sale until Friday, January 8, 2016 at 11:30pm MST. A list of participating resorts and to purchase your discounted pass head on … [Read more...]
Lanzarote: Beach-Lover’s Paradise
Lanzarote is famed for its beaches, volcanic landscape and beautiful year-round climate. Sun worshipers flock to this island with over 100 beaches to choose from, all offering something unique. Here's our guide on some of the best spots with something to suit all needs. Family friendly Nestled on the south-eastern coast, you'll find the vibrant town of Matagorda. Home to … [Read more...]
