Full Description
NEW EDITION OF THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER
Travel personality Robin Esrock explores the most unique experiences in British Columbia and Alberta in this inspiring, expanded guide from the bestselling Bucket List series.
Having reported from over 115 countries on 7 continents, Robin Esrock has spent decades chasing the extraordinary. Travelling across British Columbia and Alberta, he's discovered a wild variety of experiences that you simply cannot find anywhere else on the planet. With his renowned storytelling, trademark wit, curiosity, and eye-popping photos, Robin takes us on a personal journey to exceptional destinations and activities that are instantly memorable, absolutely fascinating, and waiting to be discovered.
Get ready to:
Sail among whales in the Galapagos of the North
Backcountry horse ride in the Rockies
Heli-fish in streams roiling with salmon
Drive the world's most beautiful stretch of road
Houseboat under the stars
Go medieval glamping in the prairies
Alpine ski by torchlight on New Year's Eve
And much more...
"A definitive guide for any Canuck looking to experience great travel and adventure within the confines of our enormous country — the greatest place on earth!" Jon Montgomery, Olympic Champion and Host, The Amazing Race Canada
"One of Canada's top travel writers, and definitely one of our biggest personalities." Globe and Mail
Contents
Land Acknowledgement
Introduction
British Columbia
Map of British Columbia
Discover Haida Gwaii
Hike the West Coast Trail
Snowmobile in the Koots
Dive a Sunken Battleship
Hit the Surf
Houseboat on Shuswap Lake
Track the Spirit Bear
Snorkel with Salmon
Go Cat- or Heli-skiing
Survive the Cold Chamber
Explore an Old-Growth Forest
Stop and Smell the Roses
Uncover the World of Whistler
Stroll the Seawall
Cross a Suspension Bridge
Slide Down the Malahat Skywalk
Ride a Mountain Coaster
Cycle the KVR
Jet Boat on the Skeena
Dine Across the Divide
Ride Hard and Live Free
Unusual Natural Attractions
Float a River Channel
Spelunk on the Island
Climb the Grind
Summit the Lions
Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola
Pan for Gold Dust
Fly Fish with a Helicopter
Ski the Torch Parade
Cheers to the Ale Trail
Alberta
Map of Alberta
Experience the Stampede
Ski in a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hunt for Dinosaurs
Hike the Sky
RV the Icefields Parkway
Ogle at Moraine Lake
Step Over the Rockies
Visit an Oasis of Wildlife
Go Big at the West Edmonton Mall
Hike or Ski into Skoki Lodge
Visit a Site for All Eyes
Board the Rocky Mountaineer
Giddy-Up with a Ranch Vacation
Trail Ride to Allenby Pass
Feast in a Medieval Encampment
Flow with the Bow
Learn Something New
Rock Out at Studio Bell
Race the Family
Protect a Wolf-Dog
Encounter Very Big Things
Beam Yourself to Vulcan
See a Gopher Diorama
Epilogue
Index
