Meghan J. Ward - outdoor, travel and adventure writer
working with words in the heart of the Canadian Rockies
“The first follower is what transforms a lone nut into a leader.” – Derek Sivers on TED.com The Bow Valley of Alberta is a remarkable place. The scenery, of course, draws millions of tourists each year. Visitors and residents alike flock to this Mountain Mecca, allured by the invigorating fresh air, illustrious peaks and an [...]
A month ago I had the chance for a spot in a road race that is usually sold out the day registration open. Melissa’s Road Race is a popular Banff road race and has been awarded as one of the best road races in Alberta. Sponsored by the famous Melissa’s Restaurant (a place my parents [...]
The latest article is up and running on the Travel Alberta Website! The article will also be featured in Fresh Tracks, a publication of Travel Alberta, in their August 2009 edition. Find out more about the history of mountain guiding in the Canadian Rockies, the Conrad Kain Centennial and where you can hire a guide [...]
Yesterday I opened my PO Box and found two of my latest publications had been released to the public. In the Canadian Alpine Journal - a book review of Expedition to the Edge: Stories of Worldwide Adventure, by Lynn Martel and published by Rocky Mountain Books (2008). In The Gazette (Magazine of The Alpine Club [...]
