Apr24Ladies! Ready to try backcountry camping in the Canadian Rockies?
Alright, ladies! Are you ready to push past that single-night trip? Or, are you eager and ready to jump right past the introduction?
Let's head out into the backcountry of Banff National Park for three days and teach you all there is to know about backpacking! We will hike up to 12km into a backcountry campground and set up a base camp. Spending two nights here we'll have a lot of opportunity to practice our skills, explore off trail, and get you out front! After three days in the backcountry you will be an absolute pro at camping!
Level of difficulty
Moderate
- PackGear + food, up to 12 km a day
- On the moveup to 12 km a day
This trip is designed to teach women the skills they need to become independent in the backcountry. No previous experience is necessary but this should not be your first hike of the year. You will need to carry your personal gear plus food and water for up to 12km each day. When packing, be mindful that your pack should not weight more than 30lbs.
Want to get your body ready for the trip? Check out this 6 week training program. Follow this and you'll be set. Lets learn together and have some laughs!
Day by day
- Day1
Today is for the pre-trip meeting only. The meeting will be held in person at 7 pm in either Canmore, Nordegg or Invermere, BC, depending on the location of the trip. Exact location TBD. We will make sure everyone has everything they need, introduce the group, laugh lots, and distribute the group gear. Attending virtually is also an option.
- Day2
We'll wake up full of energy and drive to the trailhead. The day will be spent hiking to our campground, exploring, and learning about the local animals! Delicious home made dehydrated meals will fill our bellies. Topped off with desert we will head to bed with a smile on our face!
- Day3
Wake up to the smell of coffee delivered to your "door". After an amazing breakfast relish in the fact that we don't need to move camp. We will spend the day exploring off trail and practicing our navigation and decision making skills. Each person will take a turn out front while under the guidance of the guide. The day is our own adventure!
- Day4
Today we get to sleep in and enjoy the wilderness before heading back to civilization. Taking our time to appreciate our surroundings we will hike out to our cars. Enjoy the feeling of accomplishment as you just spent two nights in the backcountry!
Gear, food & lodging
Included
Backcountry skills learning
- 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, and water treatment.
- All safety equipment - bear spray, first aid kit, emergency communication device, and tarp
You bring
- Accommodations the night before getting on the trail
Kananaskis Country Conservation Pass or National Park Pass depending on where we hike
- Breakfast and Lunch of day 1 and supper on the last day
- Personal Gear (Can be arranged for an additional fee)
Backpacking Gear List
Photos from the trail
Taken by our guides and guests on this trip.
Canmore
Where
Banff NP, Kananaskis & 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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