The Picnic Trip Blog

The picnic blog is our mini journal. It is useful for...

• Keeping you up to date on new additions and changes to the healthy-picnic web site.
• Notifying you when we post new recipes, games or a new trip story (with photos!).
• Pointing out special areas of interest where one might like to go on a picnic or a day hike.

Hiking Boots, Shoes and Sandals

Choosing the right hiking boots may be the most important decision you make for your outdoor adventures.

Hiking with Kids - Family Hiking made Easy

Hiking with kids - family hiking made easy. Tips on kids hiking gear and kids hiking safety.

Hiking Gear

Tips on how to choose the right hiking gear for the best possible outdoor experience.

Winter Picnic

How to plan a winter picnic. Plus! Gourmet hot chocolate recipes and other hot drinks to warm your soul.

Fall Picnic

Welcome autumn in all it's colorful splendor with a fall picnic!

Alberta picnic sites

Discover beautiful Alberta picnic sites and walking trails.

Eco-Friendly Green Picnics

Enjoy eco-friendly, green picnics and lessen your impact on the environment.

Picnic Ideas

We have lots of picnic ideas ranging from Teddy bear Picnics to Mother/Father's Day picnics, Canada Day picnics and more!

Bread Recipes

Healthful bread recipes using your bread machine - perfect for picnic sandwiches!

Picnic Safety

Important tips on picnic safety for an enjoyable day outdoors.

Hiking Safety Tips

Hiking Safety tips, including the Hug A Tree and Survive program - emergency plans for all picnics and hikes.

Sandwiches, Recipes for Your Next Picnic

Sandwiches - a picnic staple. Featuring attention-grabbing sandwich recipes for picnics and hikes.

Outdoor Games for Kids

Outdoor games for kids, including water games, beach games and fun frisbee games.

Hiking Boot Types

Hiking boot types. Tips on choosing your hiking footwear.

Hot Chocolate Recipes for Winter Picnics

Warm up with delicious hot chocolate recipes for your next winter picnic.