Some of the guys were already across, and you could see the smile on the operator’s face as he saw Heavy. Something about a Unimog, being used in the way they were designed, always brings a smile. As he brought us across we exchanged trip stories from the area, he was disappointed that China Head and Poison didn’t offer the same challenges as his good old days in the 70s. Continue reading 5 Days in a Mog – Part 1
I wasn’t prepared for a mine exploration on the trip and didn’t have proper footwear; luckily, for the first few hundred feet, this wasn’t an issue. I was able to successfully skirt the rather large puddles along the way. The growths on the ceilings and walls were mesmerizing; the colours that I could see through the headlamp were beautiful shades of red and pearlescent white. Continue reading Bralorne Bound – one of BC’s 7 Wonders
Very few places in the world offer the diversity that the province of BC does for avid off-roading enthusiasts. Within a days drive you have access to every terrain imaginable; deserts, alpine meadows, subalpine traverses, rock crawling, mud flats, and mountainous regions to name a few. The plausible destinations never end; varying from fire lookouts, crashed airplanes, picturesque mountain peaks, natural hot springs, ruins of numerous abandoned mines, and ghost towns to name a few Continue reading Rights, Privileges and Responsibilities
Trade pavement for mountain trails and join us on a journey through Placer Mountain — where forgotten memories meet rugged switchbacks, spirit rocks, hidden mining camps, and breathtaking views. Adventure, history, and nostalgia collide on this unforgettable backroads route through Copper and Ashnola’s wild beauty. Continue reading Hidden Treasures of Copper and Placer Mountains Adventure
Within about 3 days of crossing through this small valley, a 700 meter landslide came down where I was driving. Had I waited until the long weekend, or even another day or so I would have either been in that landslide, or have missed my opportunity to take this route. Continue reading Solo Journey to the Chilcotin
