Website traffic compiled by HalifaxTrails.ca for the past year (2019) says these are the 5 top hiking trails in Halifax, Nova Scotia: 5) Blue Mountain Hiking Trail 2-hour hike. 30-minute drive from downtown. Unmarked trails. Not for inexperienced hikers. Accessible at the ends of cul-de-sacs in Hammonds Plains with no markings […]
With the arrival of Spring in Nova Scotia, we continue to see the tick problem skyrocket. A rarity in this province only years ago, ticks are now a well-established reality. They join mosquitos, black flies and deer flies as our most loathsome pests. Beyond an annoyance, some ticks bring dangerous pathogens with them. Concern about […]
Best Apps For Nature Lovers Best Apps For Nature Lovers, campers, hikers, photographers & outdoor enthusiasts. My top 5 favourite apps after spending plenty of time hiking, camping & exploring local nature areas. Apps come and go, but these 5 are staples in my digital kit. iNaturalist On everyone’s best apps […]
Subscribe on YouTube 5 Of The Best Fall Hiking & Biking Trails In Halifax 5 Adventures, each accomplished in 2 hours or less. The custom-made maps are intended to be opened on your phone’s Google Maps app for use as a real-time GPS reference. Never rely solely on your phone for navigation and […]
Recently I received an email from Google informing me that my Google Maps photo views surpassed a milestone of 3 million views. A proud accomplishment and a good opportunity to reflect on my journey as an amateur nature/landscape photographer. I’ve spent many thousands of hours both trekking through the wilderness […]