Cross-Country Ski Program

Experience winter in Kananaskis Country as part of our popular cross-country ski program. Students are divided into small groups with experienced instructors for effective learning and lots of fun. Quality ski equipment is provided for all participants. The day starts with instruction in ski technique and safety information, followed by a ski tour on the trails where we continue to develop skills suitable to each group’s ability level.

 

We will also highlight winter ecology, habitats, and wildlife as we ski along the trail. Our program sites at Kananaskis Village and Pocaterra Centre offer a variety of groomed trails for all ability levels, heated lunch areas, and indoor washrooms. Ski equipment is complimentary for teachers and volunteers. Transport is available on our warm and comfortable Outdoor Bus complete with washroom and video equipment.

 

Mountain Explorer Ski Tours

These full-day ski tours are designed especially for groups with previous cross-country ski experience and those looking for more challenging terrain. We will introduce more advanced ski techniques and touring safety skills using the extensive trail systems of Peter Lougheed Provincial Park.

 

Tours of varying distances are possible and our Outdoor Bus shuttle allows tours to start at one point and finish at another. These tours include an instructor/guide for each small group of students and our quality ski equipment. Please call for details and rates if your group already has skis you wish to use.

 

Snowshoe Adventure

A truly Canadian way to travel through our winter wonderland. Snowshoeing is easy to learn and allows us to travel in areas that are inaccessible to skis. The new generation of snowshoes are easy to use and have bindings that will fit virtually any type of winter boot. There are a wide variety of great locations to choose from.

 

On every snowshoe adventure we take time to learn about the habitats and ecosystems we travel through as well as the wildlife and flora found there. You may wish to combine snowshoeing with a Winter Camp or Wildlife Research Study. Program fee includes instructors and snowshoes.

 

Winter Camps

For the adventurous, winter camping is a great way to enjoy the snow season. The surroundings are spectacular, there is a whole new world to explore... and there are no mosquitoes! We will show you the science of snow, how to make camp comfortable and warm, how to build a snow shelter and emergency winter survival techniques.

 

Program fees include instructors, tents & stoves and campsite fees. Custom programs that include hostel overnights, multi-night camps and trips that include cross-country skiing and / or snowshoeing are also available. Please ask us for details and special package rates.