Arrowhead shaped lakes can be found across the Rockies, but there are few more aesthetic than Divergence Lake in Jasper National Park. This piece, Pointing The Way, is limited to 3 prints and measures 20" x 40" printed on acrylic that lets the vibrant colors shine through. We accept BTC for all photography purchases. https://starrysummit.ca/photography/current/p/pointwaymetal #Photography #CanadianRockies #Jasper #MyJasper #Bitcoin
Backpacking along Jasper's North Boundary Trail is like stepping back in time so a simpler era when horseman roamed the hills, and the loudest sound you would hear is a grunt of a grizzly bear. Check out our site for more information on this amazing area to explore. Adventures are fully-catered and range from 3 day rambles (from 0.022 BTC) to 11 day expeditions (from 0.06 BTC) https://starrysummit.ca/backpacking #Jasper #Backpacking #CanadianRockies #Photography #Bitcoin
Limestone and dolostone mountain ranges can still have pretty crystals but they might not quartz! Here a layer of yellow calcite (pure CaC03) can be seen, calcite can be a whole rainbow of colors depending on trace minerals present when it was formed. #CanadianRockies #Photography
The Southern edge of Jasper National Park is marked by one of its most treasured areas, the Columbia Icefield including the Athabasca Glacier. Despite a short growing season, this is a great place to see wildflowers and some of tallest peaks in the park. #Jasper #CanadianRockies #Photography
The first part of the Berg Lake Trail in Mount Robson Park (as far as the renovated campground at Kinney Lake) has re-opened! Hikers can look forward to towering trees, a pristine lake, and great views of the impressive bulk of Mount Robson above. #CanadianRockies #MountRobson #BcParks
Our Lead Guide Ben Nearingburg put together a video of how, when, and why to use bear spray in the backcountry. https://youtu.be/4Bcqvf9kSVY Take a look for a good refresher before heading out into bear-terrain. #Hiking #CanadianRockies #Grizzlybears
Jasper's South Boundary Trail is an impressive and remote backpacking route travelling through some of the most scenic terrain in the Rockies including Cairn Pass, Rocky Pass, and many peaceful campgrounds along the way. 0.065 BTC for a 9 Day Guided and Catered Backpacking Adventure with an Included Helicopter Flight From Rocky Pass. https://starrysummit.ca/backpacking/sbt #Hiking #Jasper #CanadianRockies #Bitcoin
Nestled in the middle of the North Boundary Trail, Twintree Lake is one of the most spectacular campgrounds in Jasper National Park. Visit it along one of our of our guided adventures (we offer an 11 day catered North Boundary Trail expedition with an included helicopter flight flying near Mount Robson). https://starrysummit.ca/backpacking/nbt-full #MyJasper #Jasper #Backpacking #CanadianRockies
Books are back in stock! We carry signed copies of our Lead Guide Ben Nearingburg's book 'A Peakbagger's Guide to the Canadian Rockies: North'; a hiking, scrambling, and climbing guide focuses on reaching scenic summits in Jasper, and Mount Robson Parks.
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Did you know the Alpine Club Canada operates 5 backcountry huts in Jasper National Park? The Lloyd Mackay Hut shown here (at the base of the mighty Mount Alberta), is the most remote (and possibly most scenic!). The hut is used by mountaineers and scramblers to access peaks north of the Columbia Icefield. #MyJasper #CanadianRockies #Jasper #Photography
A bit of fresh snow on the hills can make for great images. Here is looking South from Little Heaven Campground on Jasper's North Boundary Trail (part of our 10 day Guided Backpacking adventure https://starrysummit.ca/backpacking/nbt-bluecreek ). #CanadianRockies #Backpacking #Jasper
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On our Guided Backpacking Adventures (ranging from 0.022 BTC for a 3 day trip, to 0.09 BTC for an 11 day expedition with included helicopter flight) we use the best equipment around. We use tents from Big Agnes, with the Tiger Wall UL3 shown here, roomy, lightweight, and a fortress against the elements, these tents let you sleep easily whilst in the wilds. #Backpacking #CanadianRockies #Timelapse #Bitcoin
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While there is quite a bit of fresh snow in the hills of Jasper currently, it won't be long until hikers can return to the alpine for its vast vistas and wonderful wildflowers (as seen here from atop the Sulfur Skyline in Jasper National Park). Check out more of our images from the wilds of Jasper National Park, https://starrysummit.ca/ #CanadianRockies #Photography #Jasper
Fresh snow in the Jasper townsite this morning, ski season has come again? Keep an eye on highway conditions, it is going to be slippery out there today! #Jasper #Photography #CanadianRockies
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Did you know The Alpine Club of Canada operates 5 backcountry huts in Jasper National Park? We returned yesterday from a wintery ramble to the Mount Colin Centennial Hut (a climbers hut below the impressive Mt Colin). Forecasts predict 20-30 cm of snow at treeline and above by tomorrow! #Photography #CanadianRockies #Mountains
West of Jasper lies Mount Robson Provincial Park, home to its namesake Mount Robson (the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies). After two summers of closures, the Berg Lake Trail up to Kinney Lake Campground is scheduled to re-open on June 27th. The remainder of the trail (from Kinney to Berg Lake) will remained closed this summer season. https://bcparks.ca/mount-robson-park/ #CanadianRockies #MtRobson #Photography
One of our more dramatic images, Precarious Perch shows a climber atop the summit ridge of Mount Alberta, a 3620 m peak in Jasper National Park. Peaks of the Columbia Icefield can be seen rising in the distance. This piece is 20"x30" on framed canvas and limited to three prints.
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There are scenic backcountry campgrounds all across Jasper National Park. Three Slides Campground, along the North Boundary Trail, is shown here with a great view looking towards the glaciated north face of Upright Mountain. Check out our 11 day guided backpacking adventure below (which finishes with a helicopter flight). We accept BTC for all of our backpacking adventure fees. #MyJasper #Backpacking #Bitcoin starrysummit.ca/backpacking/nbt-full
Always interesting things to see in the Canadian Rockies when you take a closer look! Wood lillys are starting to reveal themselves in the montane forest around Jasper (and this spider was well-positioned for an insect to drop in for a peek).
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In addition to our large format photography products we offer seasonal post-card packs. Each batch of 10 cards contains 10 individual designs featuring images of some of the most remote reaches of the Rockies. For only $35 for a pack of 10 they make great keepsakes from your time in the Rockies.
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