June 26, 2020
Soderholm, Mount
Mount Soderholm is already a classic in my books. How can it not be? The unexpected trail, the perfect...
June 21, 2020
Baril Peak
Baril Peak far exceeded my expectations both for the scrambling and for the remote feel and "discovery" of the...
June 19, 2020
White, Mount & “Grouse Peak”
The numbers don't really matter but in the end this was a day that will not soon be matched...
June 14, 2020
Glasgow North & Garriochmill Peak
I had a lot more fun on this easy traverse than I expected. Highly recommended as a less popular...
June 10, 2020
Haunted Peak
Haunted Peak was a great way to start our 2020 hiking and scrambling season! We both joked that apparently...
June 6, 2020
Shunda Mountain (Baldy Fire Lookout)
I highly recommend this small hike for its big views and easy ascent but be ready for a steep...
June 6, 2020
Coliseum Mountain
I highly recommend Coliseum Mountain for any hiker that is in the Nordegg area. This easy mountain hike is...
June 3, 2020
Swany’s | Îyarhe Îpan | Quirk Ridge
I highly recommend this quick and scenic trip for an after work or half day outing. It took me...
May 30, 2020
Proctor, Mount (+ Planner Peak)
It felt great to be back on a normal scramble again, a much different feeling than all the front...
May 28, 2020
Long Prairie | Pine | Macabee Ridge
I recommend this loop for a lazy weekend afternoon when you realize that you want to get off your...
May 24, 2020
Carbondale Hill (Lookout)
Would I recommend my route on Carbondale Hill? Yes and no. If you want to try a north approach...
May 24, 2020
Cherry Hill
Cherry Hill is not destined to be one of the greats. But it's a thing with a high point...
May 24, 2020
Ginger & Maverick Hill
IMHO there is much value in a peaceful front range solo rambles where the mind is free to wander...
May 23, 2020
Carry | John Ware | Muley | Forked Ridge
Honestly this set of 4 "summits" was a nice day out (better than sitting on the couch) but it...
May 17, 2020
Chimney Rock
I recommend this hike for people looking for a front range hike with a bit of scrambling and some...
May 16, 2020
Piitaistakis | The Dog | Livingstone South | Morin Peak
I highly recommend this four peak day for early season scramblers. The trick is finding the right balance between...
May 9, 2020
Hearts | Spades | Clubs | Diamonds | Poker
Wietse and I agreed that despite initial misgivings on these small "nothing" objectives, they did sport some pretty sweet...
May 5, 2020
Black Mountain
I enjoyed Black Mountain as a short, easy hike with very interesting landscapes and natural features. I highly recommend...
May 2, 2020
Iron Ridge
I highly recommend Iron Ridge for anyone short on time but wanting great views of the Crowsnest Pass area.
May 2, 2020
Bluff Mountain & Greenhill Ridge
I would rate Bluff Mountain as an excellent and easy scramble via the SE ridge and I would highly...
April 30, 2020
Lesueur Ridge
This is a perfect family hike for a Sunday afternoon - just pick a day without too much of...
April 28, 2020
Two Pines & Last Break (Lyon)
Within 30 minutes of leaving the parking lot in Bragg Creek I was already at the summit of Two...
April 25, 2020
Saskatoon Mountain
I used to scoff at the idea of hiking Saskatoon Mountain. The fact that it was our "twofer" peak...