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INTRO TO:

WINTER CAMPING


Winter Camping! Let us Get Outside all year round.

Ready to try winter camping in the Canadian Rockies? You know you've always wanted to!
The main goal of this program is to learn how to winter camp safely and have fun while doing it (yes, it’s possible to have fun while camping in the winter!). The night before heading out, your guide will cover the overall basics; everything from what to pack, how to stay WARM, backpacking food and cooking, clothing, overnight gear, and animal safety! The next day strap on your snowshoes and explore. This is a complete experience for those looking to try and learn something new!

Dates and Bookings

Adventure Dates 2025-2026:

  • Dec 19 - 21
    Nordegg Ab - Co - Ed
  • January 16 - 18
    Nordegg Ab - Co - Ed
  • Feb 27 - March 1
    Kananaskis - or Banff NP - Co- ed
Adventure Rates:
  • Participants:

    CAD $395 + applicable taxes

  • Information package will be given upon registration
  • We value small groups - limited to 6 adventurers
  • Are you interested in arranging a private winter camping hike? Send us a message at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • If temps are below minus 20 degrees C we will cancel or reschedule the trips.

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Itinerary and Gear

Planned Itinerary

  • Day 1:

    Today is for the pre-trip meeting only. Our meeting will take place in person at 7pm in Canmore or Nordegg AB. Location TBD. We will make sure everyone has everything they need, introduce the group, and distribute the group gear. Virtual attendance is also an option.

  • Day 2:
    We'll wake up full of energy and drive to the trailhead. Strapping on our snowshoes or microspikes we'll travel about 6km- 10kms into our campground for the night. We will make a fire for us to warm up next to!
  • Day 3:
    Amazing! You just spent the night in a tent...in the WINTER! Celebrate your success and warm your body with hot chocolate or a backcountry mocha! With the rising sun pack up your gear and hike back out.

 

Level of Difficulty

This trip is designed to help people explore the world of winter camping. No previous experience is necessary but a general fitness level is needed. You will need to carry your personal gear plus food and water for a winter adevnture.

6 week hiking fitness program  

Have questions?, don't hesitate to contact me. I am here to help!

 

Gear, Food and Lodging

Included:

  • Backcountry skills learning

  • Durable snowshoes

  • Wilderness pass for one night
  • Tents for camping
  • Amazingly delicious food from the evening of day 1 to lunch on the last day
  • The expertise from an ACMG Guide
  • All group gear - stoves, pots, food storage materials, water treatment, sunblock, bug spray
  • All safety equipment - bear spray, first aid kit, emergency communication device, and tarp

Participants must provide: