In this Q&A article series, Mountain Trek’s program creator and director, Kirkland Shave, answers health and hiking-related questions from previous retreat guests. Q: A friend of mine returned from Mountain Trek this fall and said you are no longer Nordic Fitness Trekking. I’m wondering why that changed and what is Flow Hiking? A: After 20+ […]
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One of Mountain Trek’s most popular recipes. This chili is packed with protein and perfectly hearty, plus it’s a dinner (or lunch!) everyone can agree on.
This recipe is also packed with fiber, thanks to the beans, and iron that helps boost energy levels.
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The next time someone tells you to “take a hike”, thank them for the suggestion and action their words as quickly as possible. Physically speaking, we should hike as it is an excellent form of exercise with many well-known benefits: improved cardiovascular health, strength, and stability, to name just a few. What this polite individual […]
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If you could gain two extra hours every day, how would you spend this newly-found bonus time? Would you commit to a morning meditation practice? Would you pursue a creative passion project? Or would you focus on developing and maintaining deeper connections and relationships with those you love? There are many permutations, but it would […]
Laurinda is the first recipient of the Deserving Fund. Her role as sole caretaker of her parents, now in their high 80’s, stuck out to us, as we know how stressful, emotional, and draining this show of support can be, and how, as with the case with Laurinda, it’s easy to turn to negative and […]
Sustainable, balanced health doesn’t come by yo-yo-ing between the latest diets and health fads. It is found by integrating specific actions that over time habituate into a naturally healthy lifestyle. Lifestyle Habits are like a heavy flywheel Lifestyles take a lot of energy to get going, but once moving, they are hard to stop. This […]
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Soups and stews are an easily digestible meal to enjoy for lunch or dinner. Packing a thermos of chili to take to work is a great way to ensure you’re getting adequate protein and fiber to keep you fueled in your day. The squash adds a nice creamy component to the dish, and incorporates more veggies into your chili.
Borscht can come in many forms, it’s not in fact a simple recipe. It’s more of a process created out of necessity by peasants in Eastern Europe needing to feed their families with what they had. It comes in endless varieties, and the white beans in this one add protein and creaminess to the bite. This comes together quickly, and since borscht isn’t just one thing, feel free to experiment with what vegetables you have on hand!
Reflections and Ruminations As I sit at my desk, overlooking Kootenay lake and across to the wilds of the Purcell mountain range, I can see orange and yellow sprinklings of the changing larch trees. This change of color, a riotous expression of a season morphing, is timely as we come to the end of our […]
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Beth Featherstone is passionate about her family and time in the wilderness. The passing of her uncle, a spitting image of John Muir in both looks and heart, inspired annual family horse-packing trips that bring together everything Beth loves most—a trip she draws enjoyment from all year long… “I laugh more that week than I […]
Granola is an easy breakfast cereal to make and always tastes better than store-bought. The almonds add a delicious crunch, lower blood sugar levels, reduce blood pressure, and lower cholesterol levels. Those benefits make them a great highlight for a healthy breakfast, compared to store-bought granolas and cereals which are often full of sugar. Served with plain yogurt and berries, this Pumpkin Seed and Almond Granola is a well-rounded meal with healthy fats, probiotics, and antioxidants. It can also be eaten as a snack to provide fuel during the day!
Try our homemade Gatorade (we’ve dubbed it “Electrolade”), which is made with naturally occurring honey sugars as well as pure sea salt or Himalayan salt.
We’ve created the “7-4-7” formula (yes, a pun on the Boeing 747) to help you offset the carbon footprint of your travel. The formula, which breaks your carbon offset into three categories, is effective and approachable, increasing the likelihood of adoption, which might be the essential action needed today. The first two categories are based on the “durability” of the solution as defined by Microsoft’s Corporate Sustainability Group, which, simply put, is how long we can expect the solution to remain a solution. A great example is the durability of tree planting; what happens when planted trees burn in a forest fire or naturally die and begin to decompose (both of which will emit carbon back into the atmosphere)? The final category focuses on awareness and education, vital components in solving this little conundrum we’ve gotten ourselves into.
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This Grilled Chicken Dragon Salad features an amazing array of colors, textures, and flavors. It’s quick, easy, healthy, and makes a lovely lunch or dinner with chicken as the source of protein, and plenty of veggies to support digestion, elimination, and satiation. Nutritional Powerhouse: Cabbage contains anthocyanins, which are naturally occurring antioxidants. Anthocyanins not only […]
Q&A With Kirk: How Mountain Trek Evolved to Offer Flow Hiking
/in Habits to Health, Hiking, Tips & Advice /by adminIn this Q&A article series, Mountain Trek’s program creator and director, Kirkland Shave, answers health and hiking-related questions from previous retreat guests. Q: A friend of mine returned from Mountain Trek this fall and said you are no longer Nordic Fitness Trekking. I’m wondering why that changed and what is Flow Hiking? A: After 20+ […]
Pumpkin Turkey Chili
/in Recipes /by adminOne of Mountain Trek’s most popular recipes. This chili is packed with protein and perfectly hearty, plus it’s a dinner (or lunch!) everyone can agree on.
This recipe is also packed with fiber, thanks to the beans, and iron that helps boost energy levels.
How Hiking Helps Your Mental Health
/in Habits to Health, Hiking, Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by adminThe next time someone tells you to “take a hike”, thank them for the suggestion and action their words as quickly as possible. Physically speaking, we should hike as it is an excellent form of exercise with many well-known benefits: improved cardiovascular health, strength, and stability, to name just a few. What this polite individual […]
Essential Guide To Work-Life Balance
/in Habits to Health, Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by adminIf you could gain two extra hours every day, how would you spend this newly-found bonus time? Would you commit to a morning meditation practice? Would you pursue a creative passion project? Or would you focus on developing and maintaining deeper connections and relationships with those you love? There are many permutations, but it would […]
Deserving Fund Spotlight: Laurinda Cummings
/in Alumni Stories /by adminLaurinda is the first recipient of the Deserving Fund. Her role as sole caretaker of her parents, now in their high 80’s, stuck out to us, as we know how stressful, emotional, and draining this show of support can be, and how, as with the case with Laurinda, it’s easy to turn to negative and […]
How To Build Healthy Habits in 6 Steps
/in Habits to Health, Tips & Advice /by adminSustainable, balanced health doesn’t come by yo-yo-ing between the latest diets and health fads. It is found by integrating specific actions that over time habituate into a naturally healthy lifestyle. Lifestyle Habits are like a heavy flywheel Lifestyles take a lot of energy to get going, but once moving, they are hard to stop. This […]
Butternut Squash Beef Chili
/in Recipes /by adminSoups and stews are an easily digestible meal to enjoy for lunch or dinner. Packing a thermos of chili to take to work is a great way to ensure you’re getting adequate protein and fiber to keep you fueled in your day. The squash adds a nice creamy component to the dish, and incorporates more veggies into your chili.
White Bean Borscht
/in Recipes /by adminBorscht can come in many forms, it’s not in fact a simple recipe. It’s more of a process created out of necessity by peasants in Eastern Europe needing to feed their families with what they had. It comes in endless varieties, and the white beans in this one add protein and creaminess to the bite. This comes together quickly, and since borscht isn’t just one thing, feel free to experiment with what vegetables you have on hand!
2023 Season Recap
/in Habits to Health /by adminReflections and Ruminations As I sit at my desk, overlooking Kootenay lake and across to the wilds of the Purcell mountain range, I can see orange and yellow sprinklings of the changing larch trees. This change of color, a riotous expression of a season morphing, is timely as we come to the end of our […]
Alumni Spotlight: Beth Featherstone
/in Alumni Stories /by adminBeth Featherstone is passionate about her family and time in the wilderness. The passing of her uncle, a spitting image of John Muir in both looks and heart, inspired annual family horse-packing trips that bring together everything Beth loves most—a trip she draws enjoyment from all year long… “I laugh more that week than I […]
Pumpkin Seed and Almond Granola
/in Recipes /by adminGranola is an easy breakfast cereal to make and always tastes better than store-bought. The almonds add a delicious crunch, lower blood sugar levels, reduce blood pressure, and lower cholesterol levels. Those benefits make them a great highlight for a healthy breakfast, compared to store-bought granolas and cereals which are often full of sugar. Served with plain yogurt and berries, this Pumpkin Seed and Almond Granola is a well-rounded meal with healthy fats, probiotics, and antioxidants. It can also be eaten as a snack to provide fuel during the day!
Homemade Gatorade
/in Recipes /by adminTry our homemade Gatorade (we’ve dubbed it “Electrolade”), which is made with naturally occurring honey sugars as well as pure sea salt or Himalayan salt.
Coconut Apricot Bliss Balls
/in Recipes /by adminWith just the right amount of spice and sweetness these homemade bars are easily prepared over the weekend to last you the entire week ahead.
The 747 Formula
/in Habits to Health, Tips & Advice /by adminWe’ve created the “7-4-7” formula (yes, a pun on the Boeing 747) to help you offset the carbon footprint of your travel. The formula, which breaks your carbon offset into three categories, is effective and approachable, increasing the likelihood of adoption, which might be the essential action needed today. The first two categories are based on the “durability” of the solution as defined by Microsoft’s Corporate Sustainability Group, which, simply put, is how long we can expect the solution to remain a solution. A great example is the durability of tree planting; what happens when planted trees burn in a forest fire or naturally die and begin to decompose (both of which will emit carbon back into the atmosphere)? The final category focuses on awareness and education, vital components in solving this little conundrum we’ve gotten ourselves into.
Grilled Chicken Dragon Salad
/in Recipes /by adminThis Grilled Chicken Dragon Salad features an amazing array of colors, textures, and flavors. It’s quick, easy, healthy, and makes a lovely lunch or dinner with chicken as the source of protein, and plenty of veggies to support digestion, elimination, and satiation. Nutritional Powerhouse: Cabbage contains anthocyanins, which are naturally occurring antioxidants. Anthocyanins not only […]