Liam MacKenzie

Certified Wilderness Guide & North Shore Rescue Volunteer. With over 15 years of experience leading expeditions in the Coast Mountains, Liam specializes in backcountry safety, cold-water immersion, and marine wildlife.

Liam creates content for outdoor enthusiasts who want to experience British Columbia's rugged nature safely. As a veteran member of North Shore Rescue and a certified kayak instructor, he provides critical advice on gear selection (Gore-Tex vs. DWR), interpretative guidance on local flora (Douglas Firs, Cedar), and safety protocols for wildlife encounters. His articles bridge the gap between tourist curiosity and the harsh realities of the Pacific Northwest environment, ensuring visitors are prepared for "Raincouver" weather and steep terrain.