Hiking Wilcox Pass in Jasper National Park

Even after being chased off by strong winds and an incoming storm, Wilcox Pass is currently holding the title of my favorite day hike in the Canadian Rockies. Beginning just north of the Banff National Park border, this eight kilometer trail wanders through the forest and quickly emerges above the tree line to some outstanding views of surrounding peaks and glaciers. 

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Scenes from Spain: On The Road in Northern Aragón

Driving across Northern Spain we did our best to stay off the main highways in order to better explore the countryside. My favorite section of our drive, aside from Basque Country of course, was through the region of Aragón. It just doesn't get more charming then getting stuck in random horse traffic jams and discovering abandoned hill top cities like Esco on the side of the road.

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Scenes from Canada: The Athabasca Glacier

We actually visited the Athabasca Glacier for the first time two years ago, took our chances and walked around on it. Returning this year, the glacier appeared to have changed quite a bit - it looked flatter, the river was larger, and walking on it was no longer tolerated, except on tours. So instead of exploring on top of the glacier - we wandered around the moraines spotting beautiful scene after beautiful scene.

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Trappings: Fall Hike to Lodge Lake

It's my birthday and the last one of my twenties, so I'm going to take the liberty to try out out a new type of post today.

During the last reader survey, you all let me know you'd like to hear more about what kind of gear I'm wearing and bringing with me during my adventures. So consider this your first taste of a new occasional series here on Gluten Free Travelette. 

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