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Spaciousness
The word yutori comes from Japanese and describes a sense of spaciousness — where time feels stretched, not compressed. This idea shapes my guiding work and videos, inviting people to slow down through time spent in nature.
Diversity
Western Canada offers remarkable biological diversity — from rugged seashores to mountain peaks, and from mild coastal climates to alpine environments. British Columbia and Alberta are spectacular places for anyone curious about nature. An incredible variety of animals and plants thrive in the landscapes featured in my videos and tours.
Thoughtfulness
In life we sometimes move at the wrong speed. There is a tendency to rush through travel, trying to fit too much into each day. At Yutori Trails, every tour is thoughtfully timed with attention to travel distance, terrain, and season. This approach supports both safety and enjoyment in the outdoors.
Planning & Guiding
I'm Anna Klimek, founder of Yutori Trails. I grew up in Europe and moved to Canada in 2004 after completing my degree in Educational Science.
Drawn to the outdoors, I became a guide and led multi-day hiking trips for tour companies across Western and Atlantic Canada, as well as the Southwestern United States. I also taught outdoor education in a range of settings—from schools in Vancouver to international classrooms in Hong Kong.
With years of experience guiding and operating Slow Down Tours, I now bring that same approach into Yutori Trails. I continue to offer both guided experiences and trip planning, with careful attention to timing and travel in Western Canada.
I live with deep gratitude and respect on the unceded traditional lands of the Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, and Coast Salish Peoples, and I spend much of my time in the coast mountains throughout the seasons.
Education and Certifications:
Wilderness Leadership Certificate Program, Capilano College, Squamish
Apprentice Interpreter Course, Interpretive Guides Association, Canmore
BC Parks Law and its Administration 1, BCIT, Vancouver
A.S.T Level 1 (Avalanche Skills Training Level 1), Canadian Avalanche Association, Whistler
Wilderness First Aid and CPR (40 hours), Slipstream Wilderness First Aid, Victoria
B.C. class 2 driver's license
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