Fish You’ll Catch at Panther River

Fishing on the lake at Panther River

So, you’d rather be fishing? We don’t blame you. Luckily, in Alberta, we are able to fish year-round! That’s why at Panther River we offer expeditions in the winter and summer so you can scratch that fishing itch. Each adventure takes you into the heart of the wilderness, featuring Alberta’s pristine mountainous lakes. Every fishing […]

What to Bring: The Comprehensive Winter Hike Packing Guide

Imagine this: a cascading mountain range, wildlife, and white powder snow – finding yourself in the middle of the ultimate Canadian playground. You, a hardworking city-dwelling adventurer, taking in and savoring the beauty and tranquility of each moment. Alberta is a dream for to those willing to fall to into its beauty. It’s safe to […]

Wild Fermentation in the Wild Rockies

In the Early days of exploration, long voyages across the great oceans were nearly impossible. Not because of the weather challenges, or navigation. No, the largest barrier was nutrition for crew members. Scurvy and other diseases were common. Refrigeration did not exist, and preserving food was a major challenge. Now, you may have heard of […]

NAMASTEED: Yoga in the Wild West

CHEESE ANYONE? One of my favorite pictures of all times… Amanda packed a huge chunk of Jalapeno Havarti Cheese in her saddle bag for us to enjoy at honeymoon flats. She even packed the stone board and pretty knife to cut it. We loved it… aaaall of it: Yoga, riding under the big Alberta sky, […]

Sleigh Ride and S’mores

A Wintery Day What are you doing today? Bundled up? It’s your 4th cup of coffee isn’t it? You’re trying to shake the chill of winter, aren’t you? Are you hustling around in the cold Alberta weather? Scrapping your wind shield, racing to work? Your cursing the cold aren’t you? Can’t get anything done because […]

See You Out On The Ice

Family Tradition The Temperatures have dropped and the snow is flying in. This makes us excited out at the lodge. We start thinking about that special place hidden back in the mountains surrounded by swaying trees. Where the sky is so blue and air is crisp on your face. Dormer Lake is this magical place. […]

A Christmas Special

‘Tis the Season Did anyone else just blink and BAM! ~ it’s Christmas? I’m sorry to tell you, but you can’t fight it. Christmas is coming and fast! The snow, the carols, the big guy in the red suit. Its coming, actually I think it’s here. Hey you, was is it you that forgot to […]

What is a Dad?

When he grills you fresh chicken for supper instead of letting you indulge on the cheese burger, pizza, and chocolate cake you really want, while in the OH so pleasant third trimester. You know he will be the Dad you always dreamt your kids would have. You think your mad, but deep down you know he really is only trying to help you keep your tight and toned body you say you will have in the end.