Tag: Northwest Territories
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Four Amazing Waterfalls in the Northwest Territories
The Northwest Territories are home to an incredible group of waterfalls. They can be strung along into a pretty cool road trip that also takes you close to both Wood Buffalo and Nahanni National Parks. If you have a hankering for some serious hydro action, I say ditch the crowds at Niagara and plan a…
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Northern Hospitality – Christmas in Yellowknife
We went to Yellowknife to visit a friend and to see the Northern Lights. What we found is a sense of community and hospitality that gives the southern United States a good run for its money. You’ve heard of Southern Hospitality? I’m here to tell you that Northern Hospitality is where it’s at. (Bold, I…
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Chasing the Aurora in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Lying under the summer stars and watching the green waves of the aurora slowly take over the sky is almost a rite of passage for Canadian kids. Having moved to Calgary in my 20s, I definitely felt like I was missing out. Once, on a camping trip in Waterton National Park, I thought I saw…