Summer

Summer Trips	Dates (2012)	Activity Level
Canadian Rockies High-Alpine Adventure	Aug 19 - Aug 25	Moderate to High Road Scholar Level 6
Canadian Rockies Mountain Hiking: Kananaskis, Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho	July 15 - July 21 July 22 - July 28 Aug 5 - Aug 11 Aug 26 - Sept 1 Sept 9 - Sept 15 Sept 16 - Sept 22	Moderate to High Road Scholar Level 5
Canadian Rockies Intergenerational Outdoor Adventure	July 29 - Aug 4	Moderate to High Road Scholar Level 5
Exploring Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks	June 3 - June 11 June 24 - July 2 July 22 - July 30 Aug 5 - Aug 13	Low Road Scholar Level 4
Best of Banff: Our Mountain Heritage	June 19 - June 23 July 10 - July 14 Sept 25 - Sept 29	Low to Moderate Road Scholar Level 4
Rockies by Rail: Western Canada's Splendour	May 16 - May 28 June 13 - June 25 July 18 - July 30 Aug 22 - Sept 3 Aug 29 - Sept 10 Sept 5 - Sept 17 Sept 12 - Sept 24	Low Road Scholar Level 4

 

Canadian Rockies High-Alpine Adventure

Spend a week in August at Amiskwi Lodge. This spectacular hiking trip is the ultimate end-of-summer treat. Enjoy a small intimate group, no crowds, helicopter access, and stunning alpine terrain right outside our front door! Amiskwi Lodge is situated in a lush alpine meadow, just outside of the border of Yoho National Park. Rugged glacier-capped peaks, pristine mountain lakes and great hiking surround the lodge. Imagine ridge-walks, strolls through wildflower meadows and along creeks - without driving to the trailhead! Highly experienced guides lead you on a different trail each day, while you learn about mountain geology, glaciology, human history, vegetation and wildlife specific to the area. Study the rugged yet fragile ecology of the alpine world and learn about the challenges the future holds for our mountain environments. Top that off by spending relaxing evenings around the wood stove, in the sauna, or stargazing on the deck. Program registration is limited to 10 people so contact us soon!

Canadian Rockies Mountain Hiking: Kananaskis, Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho

Join us for trail hiking at its best as we explore the picturesque trails in Kananaskis, nearby Banff National Park, and Lake Louise. Explore alpine meadows, sub-alpine forest, and montane wildflowers. Discussions on geology, glaciology, history, and flora and fauna will be featured on our daily walks and hikes. This is a very active program for avid hikers, able to hike at least 5 miles (8 km) per day on varied terrain with elevation gains up to 2,000 feet (600 meters). Highest elevation is 8,000 feet.

 

 

 

Canadian Rockies Intergenerational Outdoor Adventure

Experience the magnificent Canadian Rockies and hike picturesque trails in Banff National Park. Explore alpine meadows, sub-alpine forests and montane wildflowers, and observe the diverse animal life inhabiting the area. Hike with local experts who share the geology, glaciology and history of the Rockies, enjoy a western BBQ at an authentic ranch, test your climbing skills at an indoor climbing facility and more. Other highlights include: rafting the Kananaskis River with spectacular views of the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies, visiting famous Banff National Park and discovering the hidden gems that make it so special. This program is intended for grandchildren from 12 - 15 years of age.

 

 

 

 

Exploring Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks

Designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks are comprised of seven contiguous alpine parks that straddle the Great Divide for 14,300 square miles. We'll explore five of the parks-Banff, Jasper, Kootenay, Yoho, and Mount Robson-focusing on natural history, ecological integrity, and the parks' cultural heritage. Professional guides, park staff, and local experts will be our instructors in these alpine classrooms of the Canadian Rockies. Walking up to two miles per day on uneven terrain. This program can be found in the Road Scholar International Catalogue.

 

Best of Banff: Our Mountain Heritage

Come experience the best of Banff and Lake Louise, highlighting the finest cultural, historical and artistic landmarks in Banff National Park. Stories of Canada’s first National Park come to life with visits to the heritage homes of founding explorers and artists. See firsthand how early pioneers lived through personal artifacts, antiques and displays. Celebrate the artistic roots of Banff with a field trip to the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy a visit to the scenic Lake Louise and the famous chateau, and learn why it became a resort for the rich and famous. Experience a High Tea at the "castle" of the Rockies, the Banff Springs Hotel.

 

 

 

Rockies by Rail: Western Canada's Splendour

We will discover Western Canada's geology and ecology as we travel across Alberta to British Columbia by rail. On our journey through the Rockies and other mountain ranges and down the Fraser Valley, we will focus on land forms, glacial history, ancient environments, plants, and animals. We will also study First Nations people, the history of the Gold Rush and the railway, and evolving relationships between people and the natural environment. Special features will be two days of train travel during daylight hours when we can observe our surroundings as we learn about them. Extensive walking, carrying baggage on/off trains. This program can be found in the Road Scholar International Catalogue.