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Eiffel Lake to Wenkchemna Pass Hike

With a couple of friends and a beautiful day on the horizon we decided to make the trip to Moraine Lake to explore the Wenkchemna Pass Eiffel Lake hike. This hike is a little less travelled than some other hikes in the area such as Moraine lake lakeshore or Larch Valley (http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/ab/banff/activ/randonee-hiking/lakelouise.aspx) but you will not be disappointed by the views. The trail starts at Moraine Lake lodge where you will be treated to a spectacular array of colours in the lake’s water and the quintessential canoes, all situated in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. You will need to arrive early to start this hike as it is 20 km return and the parking lot gets very busy. Canoes...

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Fun Fibre Facts

Socks can be made using various textiles and we want to share some fun fibre facts. Merino wool – Is the fibre obtained from a specific lineage of sheep. The Merino breed was originally from Alentejo in the south of Portugal (1). Today Merino sheep are found in various regions of the world, with Australia being a leading producer, and their fleece is still considered to be the finest and softest of any sheep (2). Wool is different than hair or fur because it is crimped, it is elastic and it grows in staples (clusters) (3). These unique properties of wool make it ideal for spinning and also provide some of the basis for it use in the manufacturing of...

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