Red Earth Creek XC Ski

Christmas Present - from Eric. Great life slogan

ski tracks through the fresh snow and lodgepole pine 

remember to look up once in awhile!

the Three Sisters. My favourite mountain on this side of the Rockies

*sigh* my happy place.

Well, it appears that winter is once again... just around the corner. There is snow in the forecast, folks--5-10 cms of it! I am not one to complain (?? well, usually) but, this spring-like weather has gone on long enough. We have enjoyed numerous walks and... bike rides... but, at some point the madness must end and the snow must start.

Let's get those snow dance moves on.

I'll post a a few shots from last weekends X-country ski.


We will also be working on a ladies' show shoe, sometime in March. Stay tuned!

No matter the state of the weather:

Stay active and get outside!!

~S

Waiting for Snow

For a week now, they have been forecasting snow. It was supposed to start last night. Then, it was supposed to start this morning. It's 4pm. There is nothing new on the ground. I am still waiting. Some of you are thinking that this lady is crazy and should be sent to the loony bin. Only loons are crazy. Not me.


When was the last time you played in the snow? Not the last time you went for a walk in it, or gazed at falling snow from your window, but really played hard. Maybe it's been a while; too long. Alberta has a lot of winter. I used to lament the fact, and grumble about it. I made hot chocolate, wrapped up in a cozy blanket and warmed my cold toes. There's a better way! Aren't you glad to hear it!? It's called exercise! And you don't have to work as hard at it in winter as you do other times of the year. Why? Gear. You are wearing a lot more gear. Boots, snow pants, ski jacket, mitts and a toque. Maybe a scarf, too, if your friends are knitters :) Once you are dressed, announce loudly to anyone that can hear, "I am going outside to have fun!" It's a great start! Find a hill, slide down and climb back up! Find a friend to go with you! Got skis in the basement collecting dust? There's a chance your town has a groomed track for X-Country skiing, or it would, if it would just snow already.


If you're thinking that doesn't think sound like any fun. You're wrong. Make it a date with your husband! I bet he hasn't gone sledding in a long time, or cross country skiing, or snowshoeing. Try changing your perspective and embrace these months of chilly weather and fluffy precipitation! Bring on the snow!  

A Foray into New Territory

Welcome to 'Around the Corner' with Sarah and Cory. What are we doing? Well, hiking of course! Where? The majestic Rocky Mountains. With who? Hopefully you! How often? I suppose that will depend. How often do you want to go? Who do YOU want to go with? Does your family hike? Your husbands? Other friends? Is there a trail or mountain you've been dying to see? Share your thoughts!

Sarah and I have a passion for hiking and being out in nature. There is no feeling quite the same as standing on the top of a mountain, sitting by a hidden lake, the jelly legs at the bottom of a steep descent, the sun on your face or the wind in your hair.  Even our children have come to love it! 

From here we hope to organize events and fun in the great outdoors. Follow us so you don't miss out on fun to come! 

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