Anna Powell 
It’s nice to wake up early once in a while, focused with the energy of anticipation. A plan long held, finally coming to fruition. I have been wanting to ride the Jumping Pound ridge trail in Kananaskis country most of … Read More
Like millions of people around the world, I have been somewhat glued to the Olympics this past week. I was excited to learn last weekend that rock climbing has been included in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. Banff, Canmore, Lake … Read More
One of the things I love THE MOST about living in this town is sharing it with other people. The excitement, joy and overwhelming awe on people’s faces is mirrored in my own. When I collected Donna and Lucy from … Read More
Running: Part 2 A few weeks ago I wrote about my running training in preparation for the Banff – Jasper relay I had signed up to run with my colleagues. I had signed up for the 16.1km leg #12, the … Read More
I’ve had the pleasure of introducing my parents to new and adventurous parts of the Rockies this week. They are are avid walkers, conquering many of the routes the length and breadth of the UK. So, it only followed that … Read More
One of the things that makes spring my favourite season (it’s a tie between spring and fall, to be honest) is the burst of new life. At the moment, with many areas still snow bound by a late and unexpected … Read More
I’m reading “The Golden Spruce” by John Vaillant at the moment. Whilst I was away, I read this passage comparing humans and trees and their constant battle to reach higher and live longer. It culminated in: “Simply by daring to … Read More
