This post outlines ten steps that will help teach you how to stand up on a paddleboard. These steps are subjective and provide a beginner foundation on how to stand up and keep your balance on your board. For beginner SUP boarders, learning how to stand up on a paddleboard…
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How to Read the Weather for Paddling
Paddling in bad weather can be dangerous, so it’s very important to know what you’re getting into before heading out. Always, always, always consider weather conditions before going out paddling. Even the nicest-looking days can quickly turn ugly, especially in the Lower Mainland here where the mountains manipulate the majority…
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15 Easy Hikes Around Vancouver for Beginners
This is a list of 15 easy hikes around Vancouver for beginner hikers. This list includes trails in North and West Vancouver, Lions Bay, Coquitlam, Burnaby, Belcarra Regional Park, Mount Seymour Provincial Park, Mission, and Golden Ears Provincial Park. The day I moved to BC I decided to throw myself…
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What to Pack for a Hike: The Ten Essentials + Extras
This guide includes an extensive list of what to pack for a hike during the spring/summer season. This includes the ten essentials plus any extras needed. A packing list is included. There are many things to consider before you head out on a hike, especially if you’re new to the…
