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Weather

Posted on June 4, 2012 by debbie

Anyone who lives in the mountains knows that the weather comes and goes in a matter of minutes. We head to Lake Louise for an event hosted by the Velocity Cycling Club. “Come to the mountains and ride up and … Continue reading →

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Packing for a Riding Trip

Posted on May 29, 2012 by debbie

I have added a NEW list under “Packing Lists”! It is all the stuff needed for a (bike) riding trip. This list is good whether you are going on a bike tour, carrying panniers, or a weekend bike trip staying … Continue reading →

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Rockies Mountains, Here We Come

Posted on May 28, 2012 by debbie

The last time we were in the mountain, it was March, there was snow on the ground and we were cross country skiing.  We are trading our skis for road bikes this time to head to Lake Louise for a … Continue reading →

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Edmonton’s Swimming Pools

Posted on May 23, 2012 by debbie

After running and riding in the Edmonton River Valley, my next most favorite place to be is Kinsman Sports Centre’s 50m Competition Swimming Pool. Edmonton has a ton of pools of all shapes and sizes. Kinsmen Sports Centre  was built … Continue reading →

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Edmonton River Valley Running Trails

Posted on May 17, 2012 by debbie

I wrote about the trails in Edmonton’s river valley from the viewpoint of a bicyclist. Today I write as a runner. There are great trails – both paved and unpaved – all through the valley. The Running Room has a … Continue reading →

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Edmonton’s River Valley Trails

Posted on May 14, 2012 by debbie

We are in that long period in between trips.  We ride and swim, do household chores, fix up the house (ugh) and dream of Africa. Not much to blog about. Then I remember that one of our premises for the … Continue reading →

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Trip Planning Tension

Posted on April 25, 2012 by debbie

Tension and anxiety build as decisions come to a critical juncture. We narrow the possibilities for Tanzania down to two tour companies and the decision is a hard one. When there is so much money on the line, we cannot … Continue reading →

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Retirement Busy

Posted on April 16, 2012 by debbie

We have been remiss in out postings lately. I had often heard retired people say that they are busier in retirement than they were during their working lives.  Right now, I agree with this statement. On top of planning a … Continue reading →

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My Own BCD

Posted on April 13, 2012 by debbie

Our packing philosophy is going to get tested severely on our next dive trip. You see, I bought a BCD and we are not 100% sure we can still get all my gear in one carry-on bag and a “purse”. … Continue reading →

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Africa Progress

Posted on April 8, 2012 by debbie

I am of the belief that things happen for a reason. We ended up on our Bhutan tour with L&R from Sherwood Park. We traveled and got along together like old mates. There was a reason for us meeting up … Continue reading →

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