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Elyse Dyck

Elyse Dyck is an environmental science grad, professional scuba diver and Backroads Trip Leader who’s driven by curiosity, connection and a sense of play. She’s worked on conservation research in Mexico, East Africa and Canada, and she now leads trips in Nova Scotia and Croatia. In her free time, she’s usually listening to a great album, getting lost in a book or exploring new places by bike.

Articles Written

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May 12, 2026

Why Now Is the Time to Visit Jasper

The vibrant forest that once blanketed the valley was gone. Standing at my favorite viewpoint, I felt as though I were at the raw edge of a deep scar.

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