Posted by Kirsten Chaisson on 2022 Jan 17th
River & Trail Talk
In this post, we are going to cover winter trail etiquette when hiking. Since many of the trails in our area are multi-use, following these simple rules help keep the trails enjoyable for all users.
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Posted by Kirsten on 2022 Jan 7th
It’s about more than Storm chips: How to enjoy a Winter Storm
We may have angered you already by giving this blog a controversial title. However, you can take a deep breath knowing that we are not discounting their value. What we are saying in this blog is that
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Posted by Sarah Lamos on 2021 Oct 18th
Winter Trail Running: What You Need
"There is something magical about running; after a certain distance, it transcends the body. Then a bit further, it transcends the mind. A bit further yet, and what you have before you, laid bare, is
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Posted by Taryn Giles and Guest Author, Gary Hyslop on 2021 Oct 4th
Preparing for Multi-Day Hiking
Preparing for Multi-day HikingPreparing for multi-day hikes doesn’t need to be an arduous task but it does require some research and attention to the details. Successful backpacking involves preparin
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Posted by Potter on 2021 Aug 30th
POOPING OUTDOORS: A Frank Unfiltered Guide to using the Facilitrees
Scenario: You are hiking along a pristine brook in the woods when suddenly you feel it. The undeniable urgency. You start to sweat. You look around. The nearest toilet is 6 km behind you. What do you
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Posted by Potter on 2021 Feb 12th
How to Build Your Backpacking Kit: The Big 3
There are heaps of resources on the River & Trail Talk blog and enough information on the internet to keep you inside staring at your screen indefinitely. I will happily redirect you to some of
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Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Dec 31st
Hiking Checklists for the Gear You Actually Need
Taryn put together some handy printable checklists for you to reference when getting ready for your next hiking adventure. Click the links below and use as you see fit!DAY-HIKING: https://riveran
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Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Dec 5th
Where to Cross Country Ski in the Greater Saint John area?
The spring and summer brought a lot more people outdoors to enjoy our local wonders and epic hiking trails, campsites and swimming holes. With the winter upon us and a continued sense uncertainty in t
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Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Nov 27th
Let's talk about Black Friday.
Off the top, let us be clear: we are having a Black Friday sale this year. But first, can we talk about Black Friday - and all sales events for that matter? As a small business and retail store,
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Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Nov 24th
Warm Feet are Happy Feet
The temperature keeps dropping which means our toes are getting chilly. Insulated boots and socks can work wonders for most of us, on most occasions, but there are times when we need more. Enter winte
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Posted by Kirsten on 2020 Oct 6th
Brand Feature: Patagonia - “We're in business to save our home planet”
There are a lot of factors that go into our decision of whether or not to carry a brand. Beyond the logistics and demand, we do our best to select brands with high quality products that share our valu
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Posted by Taryn on 2020 Aug 22nd
Trail Smarts: Hiking Safety and Etiquette
Covid 19 has made for a rather unique summer here in the Maritimes. We have been so fortunate to have some additional freedoms here in the wake of the pandemic. Pair that with some stellar weather and
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