Climbing at Squamish- North Apron at The chief

May 31, 2021.Reading time 8 minutes.

With the weather getting warmer and dryer, I have been very fortunate enough to be invited out again this weekend (3rd weekend in a row) to do some trad and sport climbing at Squamish. Being able to go out and climb at such a varied and amazing venue, I believe that by the time my […]

Climbing at Smoke Bluffs- Squamish

May 19, 2021.Reading time 6 minutes.

Last weekend I was fortunate to find a climbing buddy willing to drive me and him to Squamish for my first outdoor climbing session this year and in Canada overall. The weather was inviting and I have been dying to go outdoors, especially in Squamish. My climbing partner for the day was a very experienced […]

The strength of a Woman Lioness

March 19, 2021.Reading time 9 minutes.

Sociocultural and economical factors are the key offenders that foster the normalisation of violence against woman, and these have to be addressed at global and local levels by governing bodies. There are also things like access to education, early exposure to violence, support groups, legislations and women economy that has to be looked at to fully support the victims and protect future generations.

The most incredible encounter- Orcas, the killer whale

February 21, 2021.Reading time 29 minutes.

As I stood there looking more to the east, I head a big wushhh sound right from the west so I quickly looked around, and right there, as clear as the Pacific ocean is, there were 4 orcas AKA the Killer Whales!!!

Snowshoeing in West/North Vancouver

January 25, 2021.Reading time 9 minutes.

To get back down you can try and walk down, but since it’s very steep there is a much more innovative way for it which is sliding on our asses!

Settling in – Work/Travel in Canada

January 9, 2021.Reading time 10 minutes.

So the first few weeks after my isolation has ended have been super busy trying to sort bits out while starting work. I have started working at Cypress Mountain (Ski resort), and while doing so, I still had to sort out my SIN (Social Insurance Number), set up a bank account, get familiar with travelling […]

2 week of F…all. My First 14 days in Vancouver.

November 27, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

So since the Canadian government required you to self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival due to COVID-19, I have been nesting in a hotel bed with my laptop, Netflix, FutureLearn online courses and some books for the past 2 week. As someone that loves being out, it has been a bit of a challenge but […]

Going Canada on IEC Visa during COVID-19

November 17, 2020.Reading time 8 minutes.

At the beginning of last year, I have decided to finally fulfil my goal of coming to Canada for some climbing and hiking adventures in the BC mountains. I knew that a long holiday would not be enough, and since I was single at the time I have decided to apply for an IEC visa […]

Visintig Norfolk

October 28, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

It has been a very busy last few weeks. Recently, I have not been out as much since some on my family members contracted COVID ( I believe I’m immune since I didn’t get it) and outdoor climbing adventures have not been pencilled in on my to-do list. Instead, I have been chilling at home, […]

A Dream of White Horses

September 26, 2020.Reading time 14 minutes.

This iconic 140m, 4 pitch HVS 4c, 3-star sea cliff climb is UK classic!!! After reading a little bit more into it, and gaining some knowledge from fellow climbers that have done the route themselves, I felt my current confidence and experience was enough to have a go at part leading it safely.

Climbing and Travel Adventures

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