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Travel personality Robin Esrock explores the most unique experiences in British Columbia and Alberta in this inspiring, expanded guide from the bestselling Bucket List series.
Having reported from over 115 countries on seven continents, Robin Esrock has spent decades chasing the extraordinary. Travelling across British Columbia and Alberta, he’s discovered a wild variety of experiences that you simply cannot find anywhere else on the planet. With his renowned storytelling, trademark wit, curiosity, and eye-popping photos, Robin takes us on a personal journey to exceptional destinations and activities that are instantly memorable, absolutely fascinating, and waiting to be discovered.
Get ready to:
- sail among whales in the Galápagos of the North
- backcountry horse ride in the Rockies
- heli-fish in streams roiling with salmon
- drive the world’s most beautiful stretch of road
- houseboat under the stars
- go medieval glamping in the Prairies
- alpine ski by torchlight on New Year’s Eve
- and much more …
Robin Esrock is an author, journalist, TV host, columnist, and public speaker. He is the author of the smash bestselling book series the Great Canadian Bucket List, along with several international bestsellers. Robin lives in Vancouver, B.C.
Land Acknowledgement
Introduction
British Columbia
- Map of British Columbia
- Discover Haida Gwaii
- Hike the West Coast Trail
- Snowmobile in the Koots
- Dive a Sunken Battleship
- Hit the Surf
- Houseboat on Shuswap Lake
- Track the Spirit Bear
- Snorkel with Salmon
- Go Cat- or Heli-Skiing
- Survive the Cold Chamber
- Explore an Old-Growth Forest
- Stop and Smell the Roses
- Uncover the World of Whistler
- Stroll the Seawall
- Cross a Suspension Bridge
- Slide Down the Malahat Skywalk
- Ride a Mountain Coaster
- Cycle the KVR
- Jet Boat on the Skeena
- Dine Across the Divide
- Ride Hard and Live Free
- Unusual Natural Attractions
- Float a River Channel
- Spelunk on the Island
- Climb the Grind
- Summit the Lions
- Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola
- Pan for Gold Dust
- Fly Fish with a Helicopter
- Ski the Torch Parade
- Cheers to the Ale Trail
Alberta
- Map of Alberta
- Experience the Stampede
- Ski in a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Hunt for Dinosaurs
- Hike the Sky
- RV the Icefields Parkway
- Ogle at Moraine Lake
- Step Over the Rockies
- Visit an Oasis of Wildlife
- Go Big at the West Edmonton Mall
- Hike or Ski into Skoki Lodge
- Visit a Site for All Eyes
- Board the Rocky Mountaineer
- Giddy-Up with a Ranch Vacation
- Trail Ride to Allenby Pass
- Feast in a Medieval Encampment
- Flow with the Bow
- Learn Something New
- Rock Out at Studio Bell
- Race the Family
- Protect a Wolf-Dog
- Encounter Very Big Things
- Beam Yourself to Vulcan
- See a Gopher Diorama
Epilogue
Acknowledgements
Image Credits
Index
About the Author