Ash Kelly
Digital Producer
Ash Kelly is an associate producer for CBC Radio and online. Her CBC outdoor column, 'The Great Wide Open' focuses on nuanced stories about life outdoors. It airs province-wide every two weeks. You can find Ash and more of her stories on Twitter @AshDKelly.
Latest from Ash Kelly
Why mountain biking's most prestigous competition is still reserved for the boys
Women compete in races and timed events at Crankworx every year, but 15 years after the world's biggest mountain bike festival premiered in Whistler, the ladies still don't have a place in the festival's main event; the Red Bull Joyride Slopestyle.
Canada -British Columbia |
They died doing what they loved: when words meant to soothe fail to comfort
High-alpine mountaineers, climbers and skiers accept the inherent risks because the pursuit of adventure is worth it.
Canada -British Columbia |
The Adventure Gap: Why minorities are less likely to pursue outdoor recreation
When Jacoby MacDonald started hiking she didn't see many other Indigenous people on the trails. Her experience mirrors some other minorities who say they feel alone and intimidated in B.C's outdoor community.
Canada -British Columbia |
Last of its kind, concrete barge to become artificial reef off Sunshine Coast
This Saturday will be the first time the Artificial Reef Society of B.C. attempts to sink a concrete ship.
Canada -British Columbia |
Battling mental illness, B.C. mountain climber finds peace in the outdoors
For Brent Seal, being outside is an essential part of managing his schizophrenia and building a supportive community to overcome social isolation, but it's only one part of a comprehensive approach he took to manage his mental health.
Canada -British Columbia |
Illegal trail building could net you steep fines, jail time
British Columbia's vast outdoor trail network is renowned around the world, but it's grown increasingly crowded in recent years, pushing hikers and bikers deeper into the woods to build their own unauthorized routes.
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$15K booking cancelled due to Galiano Island ferry service disruption, says local business
A Galiano Island business wants better communication from B.C. Ferries regarding ongoing service disruptions after a WorkSafe incident that sent two to hospital resulted in the Queen of Cumberland being removed from service to the southern Gulf Islands.
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Regulation for electric bikes may forever change B.C. mountain trails
After a year and a half of consultation and research, the province's e-mountain bike policy is awaiting final approval as trail groups wait to see how the controversial new bikes will be regulated on the hills.
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How bike-mechanic apprenticeships could tune up the cycling industry
A formalized apprenticeship program would also benefit consumers and boost prospects of a career as a bike mechanic.
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From garage bands to big stars, two studies taking stock of B.C. music sector
From garage bands to Michael Bublé, B.C. has no shortage of musical talent, but it also lacks the data to forward policy issues that may be holding back growth.
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