Author Archives: Thanh To

Back on Cowichan Valley Trail

Posted on August 20, 2022 by Thanh To

This trip took place on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish First Nations, including the Tsawout, Songhees, Esquimalt, Malahat, Cowichan, and Tsartlip. Last year, I lead a group of VOCers on a bikepacking trip along the Cowichan Valley Trail on Vancouver … Continue reading →

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Sea to Sky Trail Report

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Thanh To

The Sea to Sky Highway has been the main connection between those of us living in the Vancouver Lower Mainland to access many destinations in the great outdoor that British Columbia offers. Every time I sit in a car going … Continue reading →

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Gravel Cycling on Fisherman’s Trail

Posted on May 5, 2022 by Thanh To

After weeks of cold and wet weather, Vancouver finally gave us the forecast of a warm and sunny weekend. Excited about the prospect of another adventure-filled summer, I decided to run a trip to the local’s favourite, the Fisherman’s Trail, … Continue reading →

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Bikepacking the Englishman River: The Newbie Experience

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Thanh To

Since our bike touring trips earlier this summer, Youtube’s algorithm has bombarded me with bikepacking videos. A common theme of discussion often comes up: What is bikepacking? This led me to ask even more questions: What is the difference between … Continue reading →

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