This Is the Best Thing I Did in the Rockies—and It’s Not What You Expect
Since then, my relationship with the Rockies has changed.
Naina Rishiraj Hawkins
Naina Rishiraj is an educator and writer from London, England, currently living in Calgary, Alberta. Alongside raising our future generations, Naina's writing has appeared on the BBC, Global News, Natural Habitat, Hi Canada and others. When she isn't writing, she's usually soaking up nature, taking a pilates/yoga class, checking out the latest eatery in town, belly laughing with her loved ones, and (always) planning her next trip. As a South Asian woman, Naina is passionate about diversity and representation and is currently working on a series of children's books for South Asian kids.
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