Urban Backpacking: Adventure in the Heart of Edmonton
Nothing compares to the adventure of a backpacking trip in a remote wilderness setting. But trips like this require time, …
Erin Flaherty
A self-proclaimed expert in “midlife outdoorsing,” Erin is a dedicated weekend warrior and a dabbling freelance writer based in Edmonton, Alberta. As a mother of two young children and a former outdoor educator, she is passionate about helping people build skills and confidence in the outdoors. When she’s not wrangling kids for a forest adventure, you’ll likely find her paddling, fly fishing, or spinning tall tales around the campfire. Follow Erin’s adventures (and misadventures) on Instagram: @ejfoutside
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