It’s fire season and Smokey Bear needs our help. On a recent trip to the USA Stephanie Florian was fortunate enough to steal Smokey away from his work to answer a few burning questions. Food for thought for everyone planning on spending anytime outdoors this summer! Burning questions for Smokey Bear ...
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Play Outdoors Vancouver presents the 24 Hour Tales of the Best Trails Contest! Tweet @PlayoutdoorsVan or post a comment below in the next 24 hours about which trail in the greater Vancouver area is your favourite to run or train or a trail running tale for a chance to win free last minute race entry to 5 Peaks Running Series – Race 6 this Sunday, September 14 at Mount Seymour! *Winner will be posted at noon on Saturday, September 13! 5 Peaks Race 6: Bonus Run Sunday September 14 8am to 1pm Location: Mt Seymour Provincial Park Both courses are an assortment of single track, double track, and showcase some great views of the back country and stunning Vancouver cityscape. The Sport course is approx 6K, and the Enduro course is approx 12K (not 2 loops). ...
FEATCanada Talks March 7, Rio Theatre Doors at 6:30pm Show at 7:3opm FEATCanada 2014 Fascinating Expedition and Adventure Talks is quickly approaching and this year’s speakers are stronger than ever. With MEC as the new title sponsor, the event will sell out fast. Adam Campbell, Tiffany Melius, Chad Sayers….to name a few of the very special speakers taking the stage this year. WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS! Simply visit the FEATCanada speaker page http://www.featcanada.ca/category/news/ and share in the comment section below which speaker you are most stoked for this year. A winner will be randomly drawn on March 3 and awarded a pair of tickets for the show on March 7. ...
WIN A $50 GIFT CARD AND TOQUE! Next time you play outdoors in Deep Cove, refuel at The Village Table! Like The Village Table Facebook page HERE for a chance to WIN a $50 gift certificate and a cool toque! Follow @PlayoutdoorsVan for more chances to win this month on Twitter! Browse the menu at www.villagetable.ca and tell us about what you’re most excited to taste after your adventures in Deep Cove! We will announce the winner at the end of November. Why adventure in Deep Cove? Quarry Rock, Baden Powell Trail, Mount Seymour, Best Mountain Biking in Vancouver, SUP and kayak up the Indian Arm…then feast your face at The Village Table! ...
September 21, 2013 The first annual Woman2Warrior obstacle adventure race in support of Easter Seals took place on September 21, 2013. With girl power galore and high female energy buzzing Swanguard Stadium, it seemed like Vancouver ladies have been waiting for a race like this for a while. Over 250 participants stretched and squealed waiting for their heat. Five km and 12 obstacles later, if the hunky firefighters couldn’t motivate you to just do it, nothing could. There was no shortage of booty shorts and tutus, as the ladies of Vancouver made a bold statement and a lot of money – in support of a great cause reaching over 106K in the first year. The best part – joining women as they team together their strength, determination and free spirit. The finishers area was impressive, complete with mimosas and tons of samples and treats. Plan your team now for 2014 http://Woman2Warrior.ca ...
The world class “Ultimate Singletrack Adventure” attracts 550 mountain bike racers from 26 countries and sells out in minutes year after year. Currently midrace, athletes are ripping 2 wheels over on Vancouver Island covering 350km of tight trail in 6 consecutive days. The BC Bike Race began in Cumberland last weekend and will conclude this Saturday, July 6 in Whistler. Carlos Zavarce is a 26 year old East Van mountain biker and unclaimed hipster deep into his MBA while working shifts at The Commodore for cash. Although he ached to compete in this epic challenge, both the cost of living in Vancouver and a student budget denied him the funds to pay the steep entry fee. His plan B was a “Kootenay Man Ride” this summer with a buddy. Like a message from the bike gods, the already sold out BC Bike Race announced the ‘Ultimate Wade Experience Video Contest’…and Carlos was on it. This was after all, the year he made a personal goal to get fit. This incredible... ...
What’s buff and surges through dirt on two wheels? Hint: Boys will be boys Guys of all shapes, sizes and bike experience levels, hit up Testosterone Tuesdays at the Whistler Bike Park to ride and join the tribe. If your guy goes MIA on a Tuesday night, at least now you know why. A sweet opportunity for you guys to bond and giver in the Whistler Bike Park Tuesday nights through August 20 from 6pm to 8pm. Constructive criticism in a safe and scenic environment is the answer to cranking out new moves and discovering new park terrain thanks to the world renowned freestyle coaches at your side for 2 solid hours. Check the pricing on line at www.whisterbike.com, but the Men’s night lesson pass looks like it’s the economical answer if you’re going to be a regular. Bring your bikes and your bromance to the Whistler Bike Park this summer. ...
Check your pockets before you leap, leave your fears at the trailhead. Check Whistler Bungee off your bucket list because nothing spells adventure like facing your fears head first – on a bungee cable –160 feet over the glacier-fed Cheakamus River. The scenery is insane, the staff are super mega cool and the jump is in fact the highest year round bungee jumping spot in beautiful BC with a 100% perfect safety record. Seriously, if you’re going to jump who wouldn’t choose old growth and a raging river over cement? And, if you’re in Whistler anyways, why not? Visit www.whistlerbungee.com to pre-book and scope some of the crazy ways you can harness in. Worth every penny of your Facebook bragging rights, a total out-of-body experience. ...
