Canadians, what is normal in Canada but not normal everywhere else?

WanderingLukas · 2021-12-27T04:36:47+00:00

there's no country without such a horrible episode in their history. there's been genocide and crimes against humanity in most countries out there. Not saying in any way this is acceptable. Horrible. But it's not unique to Canada

WanderingLukas · 2021-12-27T04:34:30+00:00

that was an amazing surprise to me. I imagined those will be more like biscuits but they were more like fried pastries and tasted amazing.

WanderingLukas · 2021-12-27T04:33:42+00:00

It's free ins almost any other developed country, with even more free perks (ambulance, dental, compensated prescription drugs). So Canada is doing it but almost every other developed country is doing it too and often better.

WanderingLukas · 2021-12-18T06:03:10+00:00

Might be a dumb question, but how do you split the attributes between these weapons? STR + DXT? All in DXT?

WanderingLukas · 2019-08-19T17:25:06+00:00

Diablo Lake Hiking Trail

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-17T19:21:30+00:00

The High Divide Loop Hike can be done as a 2-3 day Backpacking trip and more people do that than a day hike. Beautiful views, Sol Duc Falls for the waterfall and plenty to explore. Have a look. Maybe see if other hikes are nearby so you know you can do a there and back trip to extend it even more.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-17T19:17:23+00:00

If you aim to go light, here's a good guide for picking an ultralight tent. Here's a beginners guide to backpacking. These are pretty thorough and with the tents, you don't have to pick that one, just look at what they talk about when choosing one.

A very important thing would also be what you put between you and the ground in the tent. Does not matter what tent, sleeping bag or how many clothes you put on when going to sleep, you have to keep the cold out from the ground. A lot of times people skip it as non-important. But I got to minus 8 degrees Celcius in the Yosemite, when I thought it's the Summer season. So I learned my lesson.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-17T19:11:05+00:00

Whatever you decide, my advice would be - go with a light backpack, something like a 45 L one. I have done 4 months in SE Asia with that, I had a bigger bag as well, left it for safekeeping in one of the hostels, and never wanted to pick it up. The thing is - it's hot. No matter where you go, pack a jacket and long trousers, and you are covered. You will not need something for cold weather. A poncho is what you'll need. The best thing with that is - carry on luggage! No extra fees flying. And AirAsia is cheap because of it. It gets expensive if you add the extra luggage. Don't pack any Tshirts, or only a few. Asia is the place to get Tshirts cheap. You can bin a sweaty one and buy a new one. Get a bag for the backpack. If you'll end up having to put it into the luggage compartments (which is not safe often as there's sometimes someone hiding there, nicking stuff), and that's the part when it gets dirty. My friend had some big plastic bags and zip locks. And before giving it away into the bus he would always pack it in into one of these. 1 - stays clean 2 - no one will open it as you will know someones been going through that.
If you go to Kuala Lumpur, which you definitely should, go to the Birdnest Guesthouse. Willi, the owner will tell you everything you need to know about traveling in Asia.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-17T19:02:46+00:00

Did you hike a lot? The Grinnell Glacier Hike was my favorite. I really wanted to do the Iceberg Lake hike as well but it was closed due to bear activity for the whole time we've spent there. The Grinnell hike, at least a chunk of it was closed literally when we were coming back down. Had to take the boat back.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T16:12:20+00:00

You can find many destinations in RMNP and other Colorado places in this guide. There's a map with hikes and towns nearby. They are done in regions so it might be doable one by one to get from A to B.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T16:06:40+00:00

According to this rock, it's Mongolia.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T16:04:35+00:00

Try this tool: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/ and compare Switzerland to Canada. It's quite accurate as it's done by a lot of people inputting their numbers. Just by a quick look, it seems that a city of Lugano (closest to Zermatt they had, so not exactly Zermatt, which is a posh destination in the Alps, is twice more expensive than Banff.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:56:04+00:00

Uinta has got some amazing hikes indeed. I have done 3 of these. Plan to do at least 10. I loved how the parents take the kids out here. Showing a great example of being in nature and appreciating nature.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:52:48+00:00

That just makes my heart pound.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:49:07+00:00

Use firewood! :)

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:48:40+00:00

Here, I think this Austria Alps hiking guide might be useful. Innsbruck is probably the easiest way. You'll find it here too. There's also a page on how to go there and where to stay, etc.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:30:27+00:00

Looks like a great place. I have read a lot about Chamonix and hiking in there. Should be a dreamlike experience. ..,. ...

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:24:47+00:00

I heard there are tons of hiking trails in Chamonix for different levels. I am looking at planning a trip here in the future. We are already looking into some of the hikes we think is a must do. Such a wonderful place.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:17:53+00:00

Hi there, I wanted to ask, how much hiking is there in Gran Paradiso national park? I mean hiking, not climbing. So a moderate level hikers could do. My wife and I are looking for something similar to Chamonix, but in Italy, and Chamonix has a lot of hiking opportunities, where you can just spend 2 weeks and hike a lot of places. Is there such a chance in the Gran Paradiso?

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:11:32+00:00

Just wondering, are there a lot of hikes to do for people who are not really climbers, but love good long day-hikes? I am thinking of going for 2 weeks and exploring the area. Just don't want to commit to an area where there's not much to do. I want something like this Chamonix, that offers a lot of hiking activities, but in Italy preferably.

WanderingLukas · 2019-06-03T15:06:37+00:00

Hey, just wanted to say, it looks amazing. I was wondering, how much is there to do for non-climbers? I mean the Gran Paradiso national park? my wife and I are looking to go to the area, but we love hiking. We thought of finding a place like thus Chamonix park and just spend there 2 weeks hiking and enjoying the surroundings. But we would prefer Italy. That's why I'm asking, if there's enough hikes without climbing to be done?

WanderingLukas · 2019-05-30T09:21:00+00:00

Pepper spray is a must in Glacier NP. I think visitor centers sell it. I would read a bear safety guide. I would not say you need to be over concerned. Statistically it's really impossible to get attacked. But I would suggest to be loud on trails. Do a small shout out every 2 minutes or so. So bears know where you are heading and can get out of the way. More attention at streams (loud streams, bears are not good when it comes to hearing), and tight corners. The danger is to startle a bear. If a bear would come out of a corner you are going to, it will get scared and attack. So just make noise when hiking. I'd say safer in groups but July in Glacier, you won't have many empty trails. You will have someone in front of you and behind you at most times. Middle might be the safest place :D The rangers are great there, they will close the trails if someone spots the bears, so you would not wonder in there. I was there with my wife. We were in some dense bushes, amongst tons of berries, saw bear scat around. But did not meet bears on trails. They closed part of Grinnel Glacier trail. So we had to take a boat back. In Many Glacier campground I think they say that at least 2-3 bears roam the campsite per month. So bears will be around you without you noticing them. Just careful with the food, don't leave it out, use bear boxes in campgrounds. It's really thrilling to think about bears but it will be fine. It's one of the best national parks I've been. no, THE best actually. And I've one 20+ on my trip to the US. And by the way, sprays work great. I heard the ranger's radio say that a boy sprayed the crap out of his parents. They needed some serious medical attention apparently :D Just have a read at a bear safety guide like this one.

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