by Paty | Aug 27, 2018 | Cycling, Northeast, The Great Outdoors
Although many of our adventures revolve around hiking or fishing, we also enjoy taking the bikes our for a spin too. The sunny summer weather during our recent trip to Acadia National inspired us to get out and explore the park in different way. And with 45 miles of...
by Paty | Aug 20, 2018 | Northeast, The Great Outdoors
My legs were pretty smoked in the days following our summit of Mt. Katahdin. Even with several weeks of conditioning under my belt, that hike was still a demanding endeavor. I didn’t feel too beat up the day we climbed the mountain. My knees were just a bit...
by Paty | Aug 13, 2018 | Canada, The Great Outdoors
If you’re kayaking in an insanely popular summer spot, getting it all to yourself would seem to be impossible. However, sometimes the early bird gets the worm. And our Sunday morning kayaking in Jacques Cartier National Park was an outdoor lover’s dream. Jacques...
by Paty | Aug 9, 2018 | Canada, Cycling, The Great Outdoors
During my morning trail run in the Parcs des Chutes-de-la-Chaudiere, I accidentally stumbled my way onto a paved path. The nearby signs indicated this was the Trans Canada Trail. I know about plenty of trails in North America. But I’d never heard of this epic one...
by Paty | Aug 4, 2018 | Canada, The Great Outdoors
Quebec City is a fantastic city for outdoor lovers in the summertime. During our visit, we had the fortune of good weather and sunny days most of the trip. So, here’s our top 5 favorite ways to take advantage of Quebec’s sights. #1 – Take a stroll in Old...
by Paty | Jul 31, 2018 | Canada, The Great Outdoors
We arrived in Quebec City right in the middle of a rainstorm. The rain continued into the next morning, and – honestly – I just wanted to curl up under the bedcovers instead of exploring a new city. Keith had other plans though. He suggested we...