floyd, Author at Ride for Climate Canada

What Is Albedo? The Meaning Behind Earth’s Reflective Power

floyd 15 mins read

Albedo is the measure of how much sunlight a surface reflects back into space, expressed as a ratio between 0 and 1. A fresh snowfield with an albedo of 0.9 bounces back 90% of incoming solar energy, while dark ocean water at 0.06 absorbs nearly all of it. This simple difference in reflectiveness shapes everything from local temperatures on your favourite hiking trail to global climate patterns affecting communities across Canada.
Understanding albedo helps explain why spring snow melts faster once dirt appears on its surface, or why cities feel hotter than nearby forests. When you’re …

Bicycle Touring, Events, Outdoor Climate Action

How Climate Change Campaigns Are Turning Outdoor Enthusiasts Into Powerful Changemakers

floyd 19 mins read

Climate campaigns work by connecting personal values to collective action, turning concern into measurable environmental impact through storytelling, community mobilization, and accessible participation opportunities. The most effective initiatives share three core elements: they make the problem feel solvable rather than overwhelming, they create visible wins that inspire continued effort, and they invite people to contribute in ways that align with their existing interests and lifestyles.
Across Canada in 2026, communities are proving that climate action doesn’t require sacrifice or expertise. It starts with a single beach …

Events, Outdoor Climate Action, What We Do

How Light Pollution Affects the Environment (And What We Can Do About It)

floyd 14 mins read

Look up on a clear night during your next camping trip or while packing your bicycle touring essentials for a weekend adventure. Can you see the Milky Way? For most Canadians living near urban centers, the answer is no. We’ve lost something profound: our connection to the night sky.
But this loss runs deeper than missing stars.
Artificial light at night has transformed our world in less than a century. Street lamps, billboards, security lights, and the glow …

Events, Outdoor Climate Action, What We Do

How Does Global Warming Affect the Environment? What Every Canadian Is Seeing Right Now

floyd 14 mins read

The mountains you climbed last summer had less snow. The lake where your family camps reached record-low water levels. That favorite trail you hike every spring bloomed two weeks earlier than usual.
These aren’t random changes. They’re visible signs of how global warming is reshaping the environment around us, transforming ecosystems at a pace scientists once thought impossible. Across Canada in 2026, we’re not just reading about climate change in distant headlines. We’re seeing it, breathing it, and experiencing it every time we step outside.
Global warming affects the environment through a cascade of…

All About Fitness

What Are the Fitness Benefits of CBD?

floyd 4 mins read

Staying fit is non-negotiable, both for athletes and regular people. Canada’s CBD is a magical oil that offers many added benefits to your workout. As a Cannabis Sativa L plant species, Cannabidiol’s (CBD) workout benefits range from physiological to biochemical and psychological. As a natural fitness solution, here are some benefits you stand to gain by using CBD:
Reduction in Body Pain and Inflammation
If you work out regularly, body pain and inflammation wouldn’t be new to you. After a tough or long workout session, all you want …

Events

Great Hiking Outfits for Women to Wear on Any Hiking Trail

floyd 3 mins read

When hiking and reaching the summit, you most likely want to take a photo of yourself and the breathtaking view. Therefore, you want to wear hiking outfits that are practical and fashionable at the same time.
Whether you are hiking for your leisure or profession, here are some great hiking outfit ideas that you should consider the next time you take on hiking trails:
Bike Shorts
Wearing bike shorts will be great when hiking in scorching hot weather. You do not want to wear too much clothing as this will only make you hot and sweaty. You can pair your bike shorts with a sports bra to have enough support without …

Bicycle Touring

Things to Keep in Mind When Cycling During the Night

floyd 2 mins read

Planning on going for an evening ride? Here are a few safety tips you need to consider.
1. Visibility
Visibility is undeniably one of the toughest challenges when riding your bike during the night. If you don’t have enough illumination, you might trip on something or worse. Additionally, other drivers won’t see you clearly.
For this reason, only go for a night ride when you know you are visible enough and your light is bright enough for you to see what is ahead clearly. Also, don’t forget to wear bright clothes that will reflect at night.
2. Know the Road Rules…

Events

Ride for Climate Canada Covid-19 Statement

floyd 1 min read

Ride for Climate Canada has always been committed to bringing people together through environmental campaigns and adventure. We are extremely grateful to our devoted community of dedicated hikers, runners, and riders who are extremely passionate about exploring the outdoors while supporting a great cause for the environment.
The safety of every participant, volunteers, vendors, and staff has always been our top priority at Ride for Climate Canada. Since the breakout of Covid-19, we decided to cancel a couple of events and reschedule some to Fall season to ensure that all participants can go out of their homes.
During this …

Bicycle Touring

The Best Cycling-Friendly Cities in Canada

floyd 2 mins read

Below is a list of the most cycling-friendly cities Canada has to offer.
1. Montreal
Montreal has been one of the most favoured cities in Canada in terms of bike riding. The city is extremely easy to navigate and has embraced cycling at top-notch levels. This city also offers 540 pick-up and drop-off stations for “Bixi”, which is a bike-share program the city leads.
2. Toronto
Known as the “Queen City of Canada”, Toronto is surprisingly one of the best bike-friendly cities the country has to offer. Just like Montreal, Toronto also offers a bike-share …

Bicycle Touring

Bike Trips You Need to Take in Canada

floyd 2 mins read

Looking for the best bike trip destination around Canada? Look no further than these five epic bike touring havens around Canada.
1.The Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia
The Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia has been one of the most popular bike-touring destinations in Canada. The place offers stunning views of the forest, ocean, vistas, and Cape Breton Island’s 298-kilometer paved loop. However, keep in mind that this place is only recommended for intermediate to expert-level cycling.
2. The Waterfront Trail in Ontario
For those who are up for easy cycling, the Waterfront Trail in …