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Best Images from the Big Wild, Big Water Photo Contest

November 01, 2012
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This past September, The Big Wild – an MEC and CPAWS initiative ― launched Big Wild, Big Water. This water-based photo contest asked Canadians to submit their photos of Canada’s oceans, rivers, lakes, and streams. We’re excited to finally share the winning images.

One Man’s Trash: Another Man’s Treasure

September 19, 2012
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Ever since I started working at MEC, I’ve been interested in green buildings. We’ve been “greening” our buildings (making design and materials decisions based on environmental considerations) for over a decade. So this July, I visited New Mexico and toured some of the greenest, most unusual, ecological and self-sufficient buildings around – Earthships.

Sourcing a Good Night’s Sleep

September 06, 2012
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After a long day on the trail, one of the most appreciated creature comforts is a high-quality, plush, and durable sleeping pad. There’s nothing like forgetting your pad or getting a puncture to remind you how essential a great pad is to getting a good night’s sleep.