Gary was exploring a trail on snowshoes recently when he met Edwin Melanson. Edwin had an old pair of wooden snowshoes on and was out inspecting the trail. He’s 75 years old and he calls himself a trail builder. Edwin is a long time outdoor enthusiast and the trailmaster of the Dobson Trail. He was also instrumental in the development of New Brunswick’s spectacular Fundy Footpath. Gary talks to Edwin about his life as an outdoors trailblazer.
And Gary answers a listeners question about free-heel skiing. What’s the difference between cross-country, backcountry and telemark? Gary brings us along on one of his solo x-c ski adventures to try and figure out why he enjoys the sport so much.
In the weeks to come on the program we’ll go rock climbing in Australia, hiking in Jasper National Park and visit an outdoor education centre with some fabulous ski trails.
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1 Comment
February 12, 2008 at 3:49 am
Hey, I am glad I found your blog….
I am a hiker…looking for new adventures.
Thanks for your informative post.