Blog | Outdoor Adventures Off The Beaten Track

A Waterfall On A Beach With Logs In The Foreground. Part Of The West Coast Trail.

Hike the West Coast Trail

August 22, 2019
Stephanie
Adventure, Hiking, Travel, Vancouver Island

A stunning spot to get your West Coast fix is the multi-day backcountry West Coast Trail (WCT)- one of the top ten, worldwide, hiking spots! At 75km length, this incredible backpacking trail is the “granddaddy of all coastal hikes on Vancouver Island.”

A Man At The Top Of A Waterfall Attached To Ropes While Canyoning In Vancouver

Discover Canyoning

August 16, 2019
Stephanie
Adventure, Canyoning

Taking place deep in the canyons of West Vancouver, with waterfalls, swimming holes, and natural waterslides aplenty, canyoning is sure to leave you exhilarated and thirsty for Adventure. But what exactly is this up-and-coming sport? Our team headed out with Yervana Local, FX Gagnon, to try it out!

Yervana Local, Ryan LeBlanc In Sooke, BC

Meet Ryan LeBlanc: Sooke’s Natural Connection

August 6, 2019
Natasha
Community, Locals, Travel, Vancouver Island

Meet Ryan, our world class Local from Sooke, Victoria! Explore hidden trails and secret spots in this remote region, only a 40 minute drive from downtown Victoria! Ryan grew up in Sooke, and loves showing guests the beautiful nature he calls home.

Jumping Into The Sea On A Yervana Summer Adventure

Quiz: What Should Be Your Next Canadian Summer Adventure?

July 23, 2019
Alex
Adventure

Take our quiz to find inspiration for your perfect summer adventure in British Columbia or Alberta. Explore Canada's outdoors by venturing to a new destination or trying a new activity on your next adventure!

A Local’s Guide to Victoria, BC

Adventure, food, sun, sea, beer - if you’re on Canada’s West Coast, your trip will not be complete without a stop in Victoria. Get the inside scoop from our Locals on for what to do in Victoria, BC!

A Guide to Sea Kayaking on Vancouver Island

From beginner kayak trips to multi-day Adventures, Vancouver Island is a great location for sea kayaking! Explore the bays around Victoria and discover secluded spots for wildlife along the island's coastline.

Two Parents Hiking With Children In The Mountains

Adventuring with Kids

Are you looking to introduce your kids to the outdoors? Lucinda Watkins shares her tips on adventuring with kids and teaching them the joys of hiking!

The Best of Calgary

Calgary comes to life in summer! While the city is brimming with exciting things to do, its close proximity to the Rocky Mountains means Calgary is an ideal base for both outdoor enthusiasts and city lovers looking for an adventure in the outdoors.

BC Parks Foundation: 9 Ways You Can Help Preserve Our Parks

June 24, 2019
Natasha
Partnerships, Sustainability, Tips and Tricks

The BC Parks Foundation is focused on protecting British Columbia's beautiful parks, and has partnered with Yervana to help promote sustainable tourism. Andy Day, CEO of the BC Parks Foundation shares 9 ways you can help protect our parks!

Getting Youth Outside: The Why and The How

June 13, 2019
Stephanie
Adventure, Community, Safety, Tips and Tricks

Getting our kids outdoors is amongst the best ways to build skills and confidence. Yervana Local Hahn Vincent shares 7 reasons why outdoor experiences positively affect youth, plus how to start their journey with nature.