About Don’t Fear the Wild
All around is me a world of wonder, and yes – that world is around you too! Through Don’t Fear the Wild, I hope to help you see things in a new way – whether it is here that you look a banana slug in...
View ArticleSafety
Warning sign at Stave Dam Forest Interpretation Trail, Mission, B.C. Something I hear all the time about adventuring into the wild (especially from those who love me) is concerns regarding safety. I...
View ArticleWildlife Encounters
Rough-skinned newt, Mission, BC There are few things that bring me as much pleasure in my day as coming across an animal – whether it is a slug or newt or a bear, or even a domesticated cat or dog....
View ArticleCute and Cuddly
Creatures covered in fur snuggle their way into (most of!) our hearts with ease. While animals in general are not every person’s “cup of tea,” there are not many who fear the “cute and cuddly”...
View ArticleWild Backyard
Cauliflower seeds A backyard can be a wonderful opportunity to see some real life magic happen. For example, you can take a tiny little seed, put it in some dirt, add some water, and under the secret...
View ArticleBringing Outside Inside
Harvested sage A lot of what you find on this site is about getting you from inside to outside. But what about when you can’t? Harsh weather conditions, windstorms, and sometimes just plain...
View ArticleStuck Indoors
Drying basil indoors I write this as I am laid flat by a flu – even the twenty paces to my garden is too far for me today. Sometimes, whether by sickness or other circumstances, we are stuck indoors....
View ArticleFraser Valley Hikes
View from Mount Crickmer ascent, Mission, BC The Fraser Valley holds many hidden gems, and I am excited to know I have not found them all. In fact, I know I only have found a handful – so far. Hayward...
View ArticleGet Into the Wild
Mmm! This fresh air is good. Want to try a taste? I saved some for you and left it right outside your door. Safety Tips Fraser Valley Hikes
View ArticleWhen You Fail
When you fail, don’t let it give you an excuse not to press on. I say “when,” not “if,” because I am being honest. Failure comes every day, and we can’t let it stop us from trying. Failure came as I...
View ArticleFearless Feature: Wynott
Wynott, hiking the Appalachian Trail. Quick Profile at a Glance: Trail Name: Wynott Location: Fraser Valley, BC Occupation: Retired Hobbies/Special Interests: Hiking, fishing, computers, mechanics...
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