K Gordon Schultz

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the history of heli-skiing in Canada, as well as the nine best heli-skiing destinations in the Canadian Rockies. We’ll also provide details on the top heli-skiing companies in the region.

A trip to iconic Banff in the month of March can be a memorable experience. From skiing and snowboarding, to soaking in the breathtaking scenery, there is plenty of fun-filled activities to do that make it a great destination for first-timers throughout all four seasons.

If you’re here because you want to visit Banff in September – perfect. You get to avoid the crowds and enjoy a time of the year here where things are just as nice.

Are you looking for something fun to do in Banff this summer? Why not take a sightseeing tour? There are many tour companies that offer summer sightseeing tours in Banff.

If you’re planning on exploring the Canadian Rockies, one of the best ways to do it is by car.

If you’re looking to purchase real estate in Banff, there are a few things you’ll need to take into consideration.

There are a variety of t-shirt stores in Banff National Park that offer tourists the perfect souvenir to bring home with them. In this blog post, we will give you an overview of 10 different stores where you can purchase Banff-themed t-shirts.

There are many different types of cabins available for rent in Banff National Park, so finding one that’s perfect for you and your group should be no problem. Here are 23 of our favorite cabin rentals in Banff:

Waterton Lakes National Park is located in Alberta, Canada. It was established in 1883 by John Wesley Powell, a geologist and explorer. The park has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984.

With its meadows filled with brilliantly colored flowers, crystalline rivers, and pure alpine air, the summer months in Kananaskis Country make for exceptional hiking, fishing, and biking. Those are all great activities, but we are here to talk golf!

There are many, many awesome things to do on a Canadian Rockies vacation, and whether you go to Banff or Jasper, Canmore or Golden, Alberta or British Columbia, you’ll find lots great golf courses in the rockies.

Sunshine Meadows straddle the Continental Divide and the boundary between Alberta and BC. Its a perfect summer hike in Banff National Park.

If you’re looking for the best rock climbing programs in the Canadian Rockies, Yamnuska Mountain Adventures should be your first choice!

For over 22 years, guests from all over the world have enjoyed our Kicking Horse River rafting day-trips and multi-day trips near Banff National Park and Golden, British Columbia.

For six generations the family has been sharing the spectacular nature of the Rockies and its remarkable surroundings with visitors from all over the world.

Snowy Owl remains a small, family owned and operated business and its owners are fully involved in all aspects of the efficient and friendly operations. You’ll see owners guiding sleds and guests, instructing tours, managing the kennels, taking reservations and supervising each and every process of their business.

The Juniper was built more than 60 years ago. It’s a blink in the life of this vista, but our retreat is one of Banff’s most celebrated as we know it today. From this vintage modernist homebase only minutes from downtown, spirit-seeking adventurers and travellers land with us to find fresh air and fresh perspective.

Luxurious Private Sightseeing and Guided Hiking Tours Delivered by Guides who call the Mountains Home. Hiking tours are delivered in the best areas of the Canadian Rockies and are suitable for various ages and abilities.
Our guides are certified IGA Professional and Apprentice Guides and possess 80-hour Wilderness First Responder/Advanced Adventure Medic® credentials.

JK Bakery has been providing unique and custom quality products to some of the best restaurants and hotels in the Canadian Rocky Mountains since we first began in 1994.

Winter Activities in Alberta, Canada If, while in Alberta, you want to explore your Indiana…

The road from Edmonton to Banff National Park is well renowned as one of the most scenic routes in the world, passing wildlife and sights aplenty.

Nature’s wonderland in the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park invites its visitors to partake in a stunning array of activities and tours.

Calgary is often used only as a gateway city before driving to Banff, Canmore or Jasper National Parks. However, Calgary is far from a boring town. The list of things to do is practically endless.

Parks Canada offers anyone with a GPS the opportunity to go geocaching in Canada’s oldest…

If you care about the protection and preservation of Banff National Park as much as we do, you were no doubt thrilled to hear of the investment that has been promised by Canada’s federal government.

When I was a child, the only option I had when I left on a…

Visions of touring the area around Banff, Alberta has most thinking of picturesque mountains, stunning lakes, and outdoor activities such as rafting, hiking, golfing, and camping. When the weather pushes you inside, you feel like doing some shopping, or just want to dig a little deeper into the culture of the area, consider checking into the fiber arts outlets.

When going on a vacation many people want five-star service, amazing amenities, wonderful entertainment and…

Water Purification in the Banff National Park Backcountry Unlike the delicious glacial water you can…

Best Fall Bird-Watching Near Banff, Alberta Even though early spring and summer are the best…

There are a wealth of outdoor activities in Banff for all abilities but sometimes it just isn’t fun to go hiking in the rain!

Named ‘One of the World’s Most Spectacular Drives’ by National Geographic, the Icefields Parkway deserves discovery, and its own website.

Here are four top Banff National Park activities you can partake in before or after a rafting day trip.

Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival Who says great things can’t come from having a…

Few mountain activities offer the serenity, solitude, and perspective that are provided by a day of paddling on the magnificently turquoise waters of a glacially fed lake or river.

Spend enough time exploring the peaks and valleys of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and you’re sure to stumble upon some amazing things.

Recent rain and decreased fire activity has allowed the blaze to be held. Travel between Jasper and Banff on the famous Icefield Parkway is flowing normally as the fire has been contained and is no longer visible from the road though the aftermath is quite a sight to behold.

The Mountaineer Lodge, open year round, is one of the best and most affordable places to stay in the Lake Louise area of Canada’s Rocky Mountains.

You can always tell who the flatlanders are by the wide-eyed, stunned and dazed looks on their faces. We’re a little slow to get around because we’re constantly looking up, which is a new direction for most of us.

Canada Day Celebrations in Banff National Park The Town of Banff is the perfect place…