Canadian Rockies Vacations Guide - Banff National Park http://www.canadianrockies.net Canadian Rockies Vacation Guide - Banff, Jasper, Canmore. Guide to the Canadian Rockies with detailed destination information for Banff, Jasper, Canmore, Kananaskis Country, and the other National Parks in the Canadian Rockies Thu, 09 May 2013 18:00:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Jasper, Alberta Adventure Tours http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/jasper-alberta-adventure-tours.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/jasper-alberta-adventure-tours.html#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:40:58 +0000 Canadian Rockies http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503770 Peak Experience

morropeakOverlooking the Athabasca River Valley is Morro Peak, and your future Jasper hiking adventure! This Jasper hiking trip with SunDog Tours is for adventurous souls. This day-long trip will feature at least four hours of walking to get to the summit–so wear comfortable shoes! Your guide will ensure that the trip is done at your pace, and no experience is necessary, but you should be prepared for a long walk. Guests will have 30 minutes of time to take in the views, and lunch is also provided. Guests must bring proper footwear, a wind or rain jacket, and a liter of water. Mountains have temperamental climates so dressing in layers is recommended!

For booking, please visit SunDog Tours’ website.

Ultimate Adventure

morropeak2If you’re looking for the ultimate Jasper Adventure, you’ve come to the right place. Not only do you get to climb Morro Peak, but you will spend two hours whitewater rafting the Athabasca River!

This Jasper, Alberta adventure with SunDog Tours begins early in the morning, where you will be transported to the Sixth Bridge of the Maligne Canyon, where you will begin your whitewater rafting trip down the Athabasca River. Bring your camera as you may spot some local wildlife! After the whitewater rafting is complete, you will disembark and travel up Morro Peak approximately 2100 ft.

No experience is necessary but guests should be in good physical shape. Proper footwear, a wind or rain jacket, sunglasses, a hat and a liter of water is recommended for the trip.

For booking and more information about this SunDog Tours offering, click here

For these Jasper, Alberta sightseeing tours and more, visit SunDog Tours!

sundogs2 From wildlife tours to serene lake trips to vigorous mountain hikes, SunDog Tours offers a variety of sightseeing options for your Jasper, Alberta trip.

Click here to get started on your SunDog Tours Jasper, Alberta vacation planning.

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/jasper-alberta-adventure-tours.html/feed 0 Jasper Canoe Tours http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/jasper-canoe-tours.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/jasper-canoe-tours.html#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:33:35 +0000 Canadian Rockies http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503756 Great Canadian Sunburst Canoeing Experience

pyramidlake3Begin your day in Jasper, Alberta relaxing on Pyramid Lake with SunDog Tours. Pyramid Mountain will be just above you, reflecting its face on the water. Keep an ear out for loons and ospreys as you take in the Jasper mountain scenery. A peaceful morning is topped off with hot coffee, fresh baked goods and a croissant. Offered early in the morning, or late in the evening.

For more information about this SunDog Tours offering in Jasper, Alberta, click here!

Pyramid Lake Canoeing

pyramidlake2Spend your evening relaxing on a mountain lake in Jasper, Alberta. Paddle still waters and catch a glimpse of a school of fish, or a moose watching you from the shore, and hear the loon’s call from somewhere unseen. Watch the sunset behind the mountains–the perfect end to your day in Jasper, Alberta. Join SunDog Tours at the lake itself or they can provide transportation from town.

For more information about this SunDog Tours canoe trip, click here!

For these Jasper, Alberta sightseeing tours and more, visit SunDog Tours!

sundogs2 From wildlife tours to serene lake trips to vigorous mountain hikes, SunDog Tours offers a variety of sightseeing options for your Jasper, Alberta trip.

Click here to get started on your SunDog Tours Jasper, Alberta vacation planning.

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/jasper-canoe-tours.html/feed 0 Miette Hotsprings Tour http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/miette-hotsprings-tour.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/miette-hotsprings-tour.html#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:00:39 +0000 Canadian Rockies http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503742 Discover Jasper Wildlife and Go For A Swim in Natural Hot Springs
with SunDog Tours!

SunDog ToursWith great opportunities for wildlife viewing, you don’t want to miss this Jasper sightseeing trip with SunDog Tours. See mountain sheep, deer, coyotes, loons, eagles, elks, osprey, and eagles, and more on your way to the Miette Hot Springs. This natural hot springs is the warmest in the Canadian Rockies. Take a dip in the pool and take a hike to the source of the springs. After an hour and a half, we’ll return, and you’ll have the opportunity to do more Jasper wildlife sightseeing.

For more information about this Jasper, Alberta SunDog Tour, click here!

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/tours/sundog-tours/miette-hotsprings-tour.html/feed 0 I Meditate Calgary http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/i-meditate-calgary.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/i-meditate-calgary.html#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:07:38 +0000 Charlie Higgins http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503702 CALGARY – Alberta – Canada – Millions of people have made Yoga an essential part of their lives. Now take that Yoga benefit to the next level with Meditation. I Meditate Calgary Inspiring 1000 people to meditate together and create a violence-free and stress-free society. For a little Yoga with local flavor be sure to check out this unique event on your Canadian Rockies trip.

100W Art Gallery
Calgary, Alberta

Thursday April 11, 2013 @ 12 pm

Free

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/i-meditate-calgary.html/feed 0 Spiritus Chamber Choir With Tim Pyper, Organ http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/spiritus-chamber-choir-with-tim-pyper-organ.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/spiritus-chamber-choir-with-tim-pyper-organ.html#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:59:12 +0000 Charlie Higgins http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503700 CALGARY – Alberta – Canada – Spiritus Chamber Choir, Calgary’s thirty-nine member choral group led by Artistic Director Timothy Schantz, will partner with the brilliant concert organist Tim Pyper, Director of Music at the Cathedral Church of the Redeemer. This performance will focus on music for choir and organ by Arvo Pärt and John Tavener. Get your culture fix with some excellent classical music on your Alberta, Canada vacation.

Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall,
Rozsa Centre, University of Calgary
2500 University Dr NW
Calgary, Alberta

Tuesday, April 9, 2013 @ 8 pm

$25 (adults) $18 (students/seniors)

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/spiritus-chamber-choir-with-tim-pyper-organ.html/feed 0 Invisable http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/invisable.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/invisable.html#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:51:35 +0000 Charlie Higgins http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503697 CALGARY – Alberta – Canada – Invisible Show Fundraiser at Hotel Arts supporting organizations in Calgary who work with women in need. Invisible is a dance show telling the stories of women who feel invisible, vulnerable and shamed.  Through hip hop elements, contemporary dance and film, the show highlights that although these issues seem individual in nature, they are a serious societal issue.  All proceeds will be donated to supporting organizations in Calgary who help with women’s vulnerabilities such as Servants Anonymous, Highbanks, Sonshine Centre, Brenda House, Neighbourlink, The Drop In Centre, The Mustard Seed, and YWCA. Add this great charity event to your Canadian Rockies experience this year.

Theatre Junction Grand
119 12 Ave. SW
Calgary, Alberta

June 14 and 15, 2013 @ 8pm.

$55

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/invisable.html/feed 0 Randy Bachman http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/randy-bachman.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/randy-bachman.html#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:28:53 +0000 Charlie Higgins http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503692 CALGARY – Alberta – Canada – In a rare and intimate setting, Randy Bachman weaves together the iconic hits of the Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive with the often-humorous stories that brought the songs to life. Inspired by his award-winning radio program Vinyl Tap, Randy takes his master story-telling and voluminous musical knowledge on the road and takes fans on a retrospective of his career. Make this a great addition to your Canadian Rockies spring vacation.

Jack Singer Concert Hall Lobby, EPCOR CENTRE
205 – 8th ave SE
Calgary, Alberta

Sunday April 7, 2013
8 pm

tickets $27.63-$68.13

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/randy-bachman.html/feed 0 Marimba Player Rod Thomas Squance With Special Guests http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/marimba-player-rod-thomas-squance-with-special-guests.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/marimba-player-rod-thomas-squance-with-special-guests.html#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:24:05 +0000 Charlie Higgins http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503690 CALGARY – Alberta – Canada – Marimba player Rod Thomas Squance is quickly gaining recognition as one of Canada’s most exciting rising musicians. Trained as a classical percussionist, he has performed with the likes of Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Project. For this concert, Rod and special guests will take audiences on a journey through jazz, classical, and world music. Don’t miss this exciting musical event on your Canadian Rockies vacation.

Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall,
Rozsa Centre, University of Calgary
2500 University Dr NW
Calgary, Alberta

Saturday, April 6, 2013 @ 8 pm

$25 (adults) $18 (students/seniors)

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/marimba-player-rod-thomas-squance-with-special-guests.html/feed 0 The Grad You Never Had http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/the-grad-you-never-had.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/the-grad-you-never-had.html#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:15:39 +0000 Charlie Higgins http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503686 CALGARY – Alberta – Canada – The bad tuxes, the embarrassing dates. Don’t you wish you could relive your grad night? Well, now’s your chance! Join The ADHOC Band at the “Grad You Never Had” Gala to raise money for The Children’s Wish Foundation. Come to the Red and White Club dressed in your best grad dresses and tuxes to celebrate granting the magic of a wish. Don’t miss this unique and fun nightlife event near Banff National Park on your Canadian Rockies vacation.

Red and White Club, McMahon Stadium
1817 Crowchild Trail NW
Calgary, Alberta

Saturday, April 6, 2013
6 pm – 1 am

General Admission: $30 includes dinner

]]> http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/the-grad-you-never-had.html/feed 0 New Year’s Eve Party On The Pond http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/new-years-eve-party-on-the-pond.html http://www.canadianrockies.net/canadian-rockies-events/new-years-eve-party-on-the-pond.html#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2013 15:07:15 +0000 Charlie Higgins http://www.canadianrockies.net/?p=503568 CANMORE – Alberta – Canada – Skating under a starlit sky, lights twinkling against a mountain backdrop, music, laughter, family and friends. New Year’s Eve on the 10th Street Pond: a Canmore tradition. Take a horse and wagon ride, have a hot dog and hot chocolate, warm yourself by a blazing fire. Each year hundreds of families come out for Canmore’s annual Party on the Pond. Perhaps it’s because we’re a community of outdoor enthusiasts or maybe it’s the old-fashioned charm that the evening offers. Whatever the reason, we’d like to invite you to be part of a Canmore tradition. Don’t miss this special event on your Canadian Rockies winter vacation!

Millenium Park/10th Street Pond
Canmore, Alberta

December 31, 2013

Free

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