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Half day guided via ferrata in the Canmore region

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Join Brent, an IFMGA-certified guide, for this half day exploration of Canada’s only publicly available via ferrata route!

Rockies

1/2 Day

Jul, Aug

Intermediate

Intermediate


Description

Explore the mountains in a new and exciting way with this half day via ferrata excursion in the Canadian Rockies!

While via ferratas are commonly found in the mountains of Europe, in Canada they are rather rare.  In fact, there is only one publicly available via ferrata in the whole country, and during this half day program I will make sure you take full advantage of all it has to offer!  We will spend a half day (approximately 3-4 hours) using a series of ladders, rungs and cables to make our way up a sheer cliff of 200m.  During this unique experience, you will get to practice the mountaineering skills, as well as learn new techniques.  Intermediate and advanced routes are available!

Please note that the via ferrata is 2.5 hours away from Canmore by car.  We will provide all via ferrata equipment so that all you need to worry about is personal gear and clothes.  A complete gear list can be provided upon request, but you should bring layers for colder temperatures, rain gear, and sunscreen, and sturdy hiking boots.  Lunch can be provided for an additional cost, and water is not included.

Book now and we will have a fun half-day adventure in the mountains around Canmore as we explore Canada’s only public via ferrata!

Check out my other exciting programs in Western Canada: Easy mountaineering day trip in the Canadian Rockies, 3-day trekking traverse in Wapta Glacier, and Bow Valley Rock Climbing Day in Canadian Rockies!

Price includes

  • Guiding fee

Price details

  • Harness, helmet, and via ferrata lanyard will be provided.

Meeting point

Banff, Lake Louise or Canmore. However, the Via ferrata is in the Davit Thompson, near Nordegg. The trip includes a 2 hr scenic drive up the famous icefields parkway from Lake Louise, where there is opportunity to stop and photograph stunning mountains, lakes and glaciers on the way. Our pricing is based on the client providing transportation. We can provide transportation in our company vehicles although we charge an additional milage fee of $0.50/km.

About the guide

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Brent

4.8

(34)

Mountain Guide

Based in Canmore, Alberta, I am an IFMGA- and ACMG-certified mountain guide. I also serve in the Canadian Armed Forces and am a founding partner of the Outward Bound Veterans Program.

My mission is for you to learn the skills to be competent and independent in the backcountry. I will break down complex skill sets into individual building blocks for you to learn progressively and confidently. After learning the skills, you will get to practice them in the backcountry with my guidance or that of one of the ACMG-certified guides in my team.

Languages

English

Certificates

ACMG


What people are saying about Brent

Rodrigo

Kyle is a good guide. He knows all the climbing procedures and climbed respecting the pace of the participants

Chloe

Claire

Dayton

Aditya

I had a great day out with Kyle learning the basics of multi-pitch climbing. Brent & Kyle run a well-organized and excellently paced session. With perfect conditions, great company and a patient guide, the trip was awesome. I’ll definitely return for more time on the rock in Canmore and surrounding areas! Thanks!


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