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7 Ways to Explore Átl’ka7tsem / Howe Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region

by Taryn Eyton in Green City, Outside on July 26, 2023

Mountains in Howe Sound. Photo: David Ivanchikov/Unsplash

Stretching from the ocean floor to mountain peaks, the Átl’ka7tsem / Howe Sound Biosphere Region just north of Vancouver has lots to explore. Kayak through its waters, hike to its peaks, admire the old-growth trees, and lots more.

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7 Ways to Explore Átl’ka7tsem / Howe Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region

5 Fun and Easy Day Trips from Vancouver

by Tara Lee in Family Friendly, Food & Drink, Outside, Shop, Sports on July 6, 2023

Britannia Mine Museum (Destination BC/Heath Moffatt).

An amazing aspect of Vancouver is that you can travel a short distance and explore a completely different and exciting part of the Lower Mainland and British Columbia. Whether you’re looking to bask in nature or find new eateries and shopping districts, there’s a day trip for every type of adventurer.

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5 Fun and Easy Day Trips from Vancouver

July 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Al’s Habrich Ridge Trail

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on July 3, 2023

Hikers on the Al's Habrich Ridge Trail at the Sea to Sky Gondola

Hikers on the Al’s Habrich Ridge Trail. Photo: Sea to Sky Gondola

Thanks to the Sea to Sky Gondola, you can get high into the mountains above Howe Sound to go for a spectacular hike. Follow the Al’s Habrich Ridge Trail up to the top of a granite ridge for panoramic views.

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July 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Al’s Habrich Ridge Trail

Things to Do in Vancouver Before or After the World Ski & Snowboard Festival in Whistler

by Rick Chung in Entertainment, Events, Sports on March 6, 2023

Photo: WSSF/Mitch Winton

Hundreds of skiers and snowboarders will make their way from Vancouver to Whistler on the Sea to Sky Highway for the 2023 World Ski & Snowboard Festival (WSSF), the ultimate après of the winter season since 1996, taking place from April 10-16.

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Things to Do in Vancouver Before or After the World Ski & Snowboard Festival in Whistler

March 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Murrin Park Loop

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on March 1, 2023

A woman sits on a bench at Quercus Viewpoint at Murrin Provincial Park

Quercus Viewpoint. Photo: Taryn Eyton/HappiestOutdoors.ca

While the trails at Murrin Park near Squamish are short, they offer great views of Howe Sound. Challenge yourself on this loop route that includes scrambling over steep granite bluffs.

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March 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Murrin Park Loop

May 2022 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Stawamus Chief

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on May 2, 2022

Hikers on the top of the Stawamus Chief near Vancouver

View from the top of The Stawamus Chief. Photo: Destination BC/Ben Girardi

The Stawamus Chief in Squamish is a great spring hike since it takes you to a summit with great views, but it’s low enough to avoid snow. This guide has all the info you need to tackle this tough trail.

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May 2022 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Stawamus Chief

Take a Self-Guided Squamish Brewery and Cidery Bike Tour

by Taryn Eyton in Food & Drink, Town on April 20, 2022

The patio at Howe Sound Brewing in Squamish has a great view of the Stawamus Chief. Photo: Howe Sound Brewing

While Squamish may be a small town, it’s not short on craft brews. You can visit three breweries and a cidery on this 4.3-kilometre-long self-guided tour that is perfect for biking or walking.

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Take a Self-Guided Squamish Brewery and Cidery Bike Tour