Wild Northerner Magazine Summer 2016 | Page 62

In the end, the trip also awakened patriotic vibes in the women. They all had an enhanced love for their country after the trip and they had time to reflect and echoed one another’s sediments about the experience. They all highly recommend a road trip of this nature for all.

“Being able to experience Canada, the most beautiful country in the world, was the highlight,” Andrighetti said. “I am a huge outdoors person and love to adventure and have fun. It was amazing to be able to go canoeing, biking, hiking and camping across our country. I had never been out west before, and never seen the mountains. I remember camping one night in Banff (Lake Louise) and waking up to this amazing view of the mountains. It was one of the most beautiful things I had ever seen. It gave me a greater appreciation for the outdoors, for my country and for my home.”