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Great for spousal programs, incentive components
or as building blocks for our team building experiencies.
Most of these activities are based upon or experience
in Western Canada, but can also be part of a corporate
experience at many places in the world.
To see how we integrate these experiences into a complete
program, see our program examples.
Snow Architecture
| Snowshoeing | Skiing
| Skijoring |
Dog Sledding | Ice
Climbing | Banff Park Eco
Trip | Wildlife Tracking
| Toboggan Party | Skating
Party
Learn to build a genuine igloo, a quinzee, snow cave
or trench shelter out of snow. Travel to your
chosen site on snowshoes or skis and learn from an
experienced backcountry guide how to select the best
site, test for avalanche danger, construct your dwelling
and enjoy your stay in relative comfort. Learn what to
eat to keep up your energy and warmth, how to obtain
drinking water, what to wear to stay warm and dry and
other key knowledge for winter travel. Snow dependent
December through April
Maximum 12 pax/guide.
Includes snowshoes, boots, avalanche transceiver, shovel,
snowsaw and ski poles
Its like summer hiking, only its in the heart of
winter where the snow is simply too deep to travel
through. Master the technique required to float atop the
snow covered terrain and discover winters secrets. Learn
about the magical under the snow world animals live in.
Gaze in awe at the snow laden peaks surrounding you.
Peaks that pictures alone cannot do justice to.
Snow dependent December through April.
Maximum 12 pax/guide.
Includes snowshoes, boots and ski poles.
Choose your weapon! Cross-country touring skis or
telemark skis. Its all at your disposal here in
Canada’s west. Tour into the backcountry and see a
world few have seen. The season is meant to be embraced
and enjoyed. We’d better because it occupies much of
our year! Climb to the top of a slope covered in fresh
virgin powder and carve your way to the bottom. Cover
some serious mileage atop track set trails in
Canada’s Rocky Mountains. Snow dependent December
through April.
Maximum 12 pax/guide.
Includes skis, boots and poles.
With sled dogs harnessed to you, enjoy the thrill of
skiing down trails with very little effort. The sled dogs
do most of the work! During your trip you will be working
your own dog and learning the basics of skijoring. It
will be necessary to ski on occasions to assist the dog.
An orientation session will teach you how to handle the
dog and the skiing and greet other skiers on the trail.
Your guide will interpret your surroundings for you as
you travel along. Snow dependent December through April.
Mush down a snow bound mountain trail with a team of
huskies. You can even have a turn driving you own team!
Learn how to harness, drive and handle your team of dogs
from your seasoned professional guides. The experience is
exhilarating and the views are awesome.
Snow dependent
December through April.
Grab your ice axe and your crampons and get at
‘er. Learn this unique sport from an experienced and
ACMG certified professional that truly embraces the
spirit of winter. It looks more difficult than it is! Tell your friends
that you climbed a frozen waterfall.
Ice dependent December through March.
Includes boots, ice axe, crampons, helmet and harness.
Study the ecology of the Banff-Bow Valley area with
your seasoned interpretive guide. Learn about the
cultural history as well as the geological origins of the
valley, rivers and mountains. A combination of guide,
teacher and walking encyclopedia, your leader shows you
the natural wonders of Banff Park. Discover the secret
hide-aways of animals and how predators interact with
prey. Read stories told in the tracks of wild animals,
view carpets of alpine wild flowers or see some of the
parks unique bird life. Stop and smell the "Wild
Roses"! Year round
Maximum 12 pax/guide.
Unveil the story told in the tracks of wild animals
such as wolves, cougars, elk and deer. Basically anything
with legs! Share the knowledge of a local naturalist or
wildlife biologist on this journey of discovery. Best
with a fresh snowfall.
Maximum 12 pax/guide.
What could be more fun than a good old fashioned
Canadian toboggan party? Let us worry about the details.
Warm yourself around a bonfire. Enjoy hot drinks and
hearty food. Challenge your cohorts and see who can reach
the bottom first. Dec. to Mar.
Various group sizes.
Includes sleds and other slidy thingys.
On a frozen lake full of laughs, games and hilarity,
your group will love this one. Hot apple cider and hot
chocolate as well as hot treats to eat wait at the
shoreline. You’ll have plenty of warmth and energy
to enjoy a great time. Ice conditions permitting.
Various group sizes.
Includes skates.
Logistics
- Prices are available on request and vary
according to number of people and inclusions.
- Programs can range from very simple to very
luxurious.
Programs include:
- Basic research
- Location scouting and organization.
- Professional, attentive and friendly guides.
- Professional
and helpful office staff to assist you with your needs.
- Insurance, permits and licensing.
- Complete gear lists and
waivers well in advance of program.
- Props and group equipment.
Services such as, transportation,
accommodation, catering etc. can all be included in
programs at extra cost.
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