I often hear people saying, “we’ll do…after things get back to normal.” What if what we are doing, or more accurately, what if what we are not doing now is the new normal?
Tag: pandemic
Restaurants in Crisis
I hate to say it, but the Canadian restaurant industry is in really serious trouble. The current global pandemic is wreaking havoc on the restaurant business – in particular, family operated and independent restaurants. These smaller establishments are at high risk of going out of business during this pandemic – and quite possibly not returning […]
When I go out for a hike or even a walk in the woods there are three things I make sure I have with me – a water bottle, a folding knife, and a small flashlight.
This @stanley_brand water bottle is a convenient carry because of the loop handle. Super comfy in the hand. And the fact that it is made by Stanley means it is very well constructed.
And a folding knife. Yep. You never know when you will need a knife. My kids call my Black Tusk pocket knife “the handy knife” because it is so handy.
A flashlight? Yes. Because if by chance you are out after dark you don’t want to drain your phone battery using it as a flashlight. The best part about this light? Rechargeable via usb. No need to throw away batteries! That’s a winning strategy.
These were gifts we received from @houseofknives while attending and taking part in the #5dadsgowild event. While they were gifts, they really are awesome tools that are very well made.
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#sponsored #hok #houseofknives #edc #everydaycarry #tomorrowland #edm #edmlifestyle #ultra #edmlife #edmfamily #edclv #pocketdump #knifecommunity #knife #tomorrowworld #knifeporn #tactical #edcgear
5 days ago
We had a great experience learning about the night sky during the @manningpark Starry Night event this weekend.
I managed to capture this picture, and many more, on my iPhone using the Starry Camera app.
This picture was taken at 10 o’clock at night using a 30 second exposure.
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A fun and educational experience at Manning Park Resort!
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#starrynight #manningpark #manningparkresort #skymasters #nightscaper #nightscape #starrysky #nightsky #nightimages #nightscapes #longexpoelite #nightphotography #longexposure #longexposure_shots
1 week ago
Who wore it better? The Old Man’s Beard on the tree or me? Me or the tree?
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#hiking #hike #outdoors #camping #hikingadventures #mountain #wilderness #backpacking #getoutside #forest #outdoor #optoutside #climbing #trail #scenery #alps #instanature #thegreatoutdoors #mountainlife #waterfall #summit #trees #lake #pnw #outdoorlife #hiker #mountaineering
1 week ago
One does not simply “make coffee” when camping. Especially if you have @ethicalbean coffee from your favourite coffee shop @bluemoosehope.
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Trust @stephenfung to break out the scale and hand grinder in preparation to make a beautiful cup with his Chemex.
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#sponsored
#coffeetime #cafe #coffeelover #coffeeaddict #coffeegram #instacoffee #caffeine #coffeeshop #barista #breakfast #coffeelovers #coffeeholic #coffeebreak #coffeelove #morning #coffeelife #coffeeoftheday #specialtycoffee #mug #bluemoosecoffee #coffeemug #café #coffeeporn
1 week ago
Most of my road trips involve a stop @bluemoosehope for a cup of coffee and visit with the staff. Today en route to @manningpark for the annual #5dadsgowild camping trip.
Like any good event, quality coffee is a must to keep the learners and workshop leaders on their a-game. Thank you Blue Moose for being the official coffee sponsor again this year.
Yesterday afternoon we had an extended session on podcasting related issues – very informative. In the evening it was all about how to effectively use photoshop in creative story-telling.
Camaraderie and learning. The best kind of pro-d. Loving this learning even if it is cold at night!
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#sponsored #hiking #camping #getoutside #outdoors #camp #optoutside #rei1440project #outdoorlife #wilderness #campvibes #getoutstayout #hike #exploremore #backpacking #outdoor #keepitwild #theoutbound
1 week ago
Very much looking forward to the annual @5dadsgowild camping trip to @manningpark
Not only is this an opportunity to develop our story-telling techniques and time to learn about digital story-telling, it is also a time of camaraderie with dads sharing our lived experiences.
I am ready and willing to learn so many new story-telling techniques this year!
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#5dadsgowild #manningpark #camping #winter #outdoors #getoutside #explorebc #snow
2 weeks ago
Perfect weather for the annual #5dadsgowild camping trip. A bit chilly but this way there are no mosquitoes! See the silver lining in that weather report?!
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Our annual trip is an opportunity to build our individual and group skills. From learning how to create effective podcasts, to communicating through digital story-telling techniques, and so much more. I always look forward to this weekend trip.
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#camping #wintercamping #snow #whychecktheweather #manningpark #5dadsgowild
2 weeks ago
Thanksgiving dinner at the cabin with Blonde Bear. Stopped @farm_town_meats before leaving town and grabbed one of the last turkey roasts they had available.
Spent Sunday cooking up a delicious meal that we enjoyed together.
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#thanksgiving #farmtownmeats #supportlocal #turkey #cabincooking #cabinlife #lyttonstrong
2 weeks ago
I love how @doughnutlove.ca gives back to the community. Today is the first National Truth and Reconciliation Day so my favourite doughnut shop makes an orange doughnut to support the Legacy of Hope Foundation.
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#everychildmatters #truthandreconciliation #legacyofhope #orangeshirtday #coquitlam #smallbusiness #eatlocal #supportlocal #doughnut
4 weeks ago