Snowshoe for fun and fresh air.

Inspiration. Exploration. Adventure.

There is so much of the world out there to discover — and winter transforms familiar landscapes into something completely different.

We know it can be harder to find the motivation to get outside when it's cold, snowy, and the days are shorter. That's where we come in.

Our guided winter snowshoe adventures give you a reason to bundle up, step outside, and experience the mountains at one of their quietest and most beautiful times of year. Wander through snow-covered forests, explore frozen valleys, learn winter travel skills, and discover places you may never have thought to visit in the colder months.

You don't need to be an experienced winter adventurer. We'll help with the planning, provide the snowshoes and poles, and guide you along the way.

Sometimes the hardest part of a winter adventure is simply getting out the door.

Come explore winter with us.

Our day trips are designed with curiosity in mind. Each week, the group will decide what trail to explore in the Bow Valley and Columbia Valley region, based on conditions and the group's preference. No snowshoe experience is required, but the program is designed for a moderate fitness level.

By the end of the series, you will be equipped to complete a 12km snowshoe with 600m of elevation gain and have one under your belt. No one gets left behind!

Level of difficulty

Moderate
  • Distance12 km
  • Elevation gain600 m
  • PackDay pack
  • On the move9:30 am – 4:30 pm

This series is designed for those looking to build their fitness and HAVE FUN!!! The hikes are geared towards the whole group, no one will be left behind.

6-week hiking fitness program (PDF)

Day by day

  1. The first week (orientation):

    • 2:30-4:30pm:




      Arrive back at the trailhead, days may go longer onece the days get longer.

    The following weeks:

    • 8:30-9:30am:




      You will receive an email with instructions on how to meet at the trailhead. The meeting time will change based on the location of the snowshoe (approximately between 8:30-9:30am). Each week the snowshoe will be chosen based on the groups fitness level. We also avoid trails that people in the group have snowshoed before. The goal is take you on progressively harder trails while showing you new areas so that you can go out and explore on your own!

Gear, food & lodging

Included

Durable snowshoes

  • The expertise from an ACMG Guide
  • Custom snowshoe geared towards your experience and fitness level
  • New snowshoe each week
  • Safety equipment: Bear Spray, Communication Device, First Aid Kit
  • Hiking Poles

You bring

  • Transportation to the trailhead

Kananaskis Country Conservation Pass or National Park Pass depending on where we hike each week

  • Proper clothing, and footwear.
Personal gear list (PDF)

Photos from the trail

Taken by our guides and guests on this trip.

Where

Bow Valley & Columbia Valley

Get Outside is based in Canmore, Alberta — 1.25 hours from Calgary International Airport, 5 km from the entrance to Banff National Park. Multi-day trips start with an in-person pre-trip meeting where we check everyone’s gear and hand out group equipment.

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