Chris Istace | Mindful Explorer

Writer

Adventure writer and blogger

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Photographer

Inspiring people to get outdoors through photographs

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Adventurer

Mountaineering, backpacking, hiking, and guiding

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Hi, I’m Chris! Welcome to Mindful Explorer at ChrisIstace.com

I left my full time job to pursue my passion for writing and photography after a complete lifestyle change and mindset shift. The Mindful Explorer website focuses on mindfulness and the optimization steps I took to achieve a life in the pursuit of outdoor adventures. You will also find trip reports, adventure travel reviews, backcountry hiking and climbing information and gear reviews. My goal is to inspire you with authentic storytelling and powerful imagery leading you to “Explore Beyond The Usual”.

May 15, 2019

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5040 Peak – Hike, Ski or Snowshoe

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Day Hikes | 2 Comments

May 9, 2019

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Can Your Energy Bar Save The Planet?

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews, Lifestyle | 10 Comments

March 27, 2019

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Mount Arrowsmith – A Coast Mountain Culture Story

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Outdoors | 2 Comments

March 25, 2019

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Gear Review : MSR Windburner Duo Stove System

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | No Comments

February 10, 2019

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2013 Nissan Leaf Update : 6 Months Ownership

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 10 Comments

February 6, 2019

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Gear Review : Merrell Thermo Rogue Mid GTX Boot

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | No Comments

December 12, 2018

Where I stand on The Municipal Forest Reserves

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Opinion, Outdoors | No Comments

November 21, 2018

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The Future of The Cowichan Valley Municipal Forests

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Opinion, Outdoors | No Comments

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About

The Mindful Explorer website focuses on mindfulness and lifestyle optimization in the pursuit of outdoor adventures. You will also find trip reports, adventure travel reviews, backcountry hiking and climbing information and gear reviews.

Through powerful imagery and inspiring storytelling, Chris “Stasher” Istace reaches a targeted online audience and achieves strong engagement. Chris has built a loyal online following with his original, authentic content. His outdoor photography resonates powerfully with active millennials and other key demographics.