Category Archives: Peter Lougheed

Hiking With Children in the Rocky Mountains – Hiking Alberta

Posted on April 22, 2013 by hikingwithbarry

There is an excellent hiking guide dedicated specifically to parents who wish to introduce their children to the hiking experience. The title is  ‘Taking a Hike with Your Children™©‘ authored by Lynda Pianosi. The introductory sections of the hiking guide, which would apply to … Continue reading →

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10 Great Hikes on Smith-Dorrien Trail – Hiking Alberta

Posted on April 19, 2013 by hikingwithbarry

Following are ten great hikes accessed from the Smith-Dorrien/Spray Trail (Hwy 742) south from Canmore, west of Calgary, Alberta.  It is always a good idea to stop at a Visitor Centre for current trail conditions and weather forecast.  Conditions at altitude can change quickly (hourly) and dramatically.  Current … Continue reading →

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Elk Pass Snowshoe – Kananaskis Country – Hiking Alberta

Posted on February 7, 2013 by hikingwithbarry

Contrary to the weather forecast, Kananaskis Country is not enjoying the unseasonably warm, sunny day realized in Calgary.  It will be an all season day featuring a gallery of snow sculpture and plenty of fresh air on the snowshoe from the … Continue reading →

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