Canada 2.0 with Miranda Webster

TrovaTrip will provide one transfer from Calgary International Airport (YYC) between 1pm - 3pm. Please plan to arrive by 2pm. The exact transfer time within this window will be confirmed closer to your arrival, based on the flight information you provide. Travelers arriving outside of the recommended flight window will need to arrange their own transportation to meet the group at the campground. Please note, there is no parking available at the campground. If you are driving, we recommend parking your car at the airport and joining the included transfer. Bathroom stops will be made in Canmore if needed.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pasta, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your Guide's recipe repertoire!

Gather around dinnertime to learn a bit more about your fellow travelers! We'll play icebreaker games and introduce ourselves, including where we're from, a bit about our outdoors experience, what we're most looking forward to on the trip. Miranda and Rainer will pass out small goody bags to everyone, and share a few of our favorite camp games!

Overnight near Banff town.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.

Take a 1-hour transfer from your campsite to the trailhead. This hike is one of the most famous in Banff, beginning at Lake Louise and hiking along it before heading a bit higher. You’ll pass Mirror Lake and a small waterfall at Lake Agnes before arriving at the historic Lake Agnes Tea House. Built in 1901, this hiker’s refuge is family-run and located in a valley on the shore of Lake Agnes. It still features the original windows, tables, and chairs…along with more than 100 varieties of tea and homemade food, which you can enjoy before making your way back. Trail Type: Out & Back / Distance: 4.4 miles / Elevation: 1,260 feet / Duration: 2.5-3.5 hours / Difficulty: Moderate

Included pack lunch on the hike. Pack lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc.

Depart Lake Louise and take a 30-minute transfer to Moraine Lake. From the Moraine Lake parking lot, you’ll walk an easy yet beautiful trail with plenty of amazing views. A perfect way to end the day’s adventures on a tranquil note! Trail Type: Out & Back / Distance: 2 miles / Elevation: 315 feet / Duration: 1 hour / Difficulty: Easy

After your hike, you'll transfer back to your campground near Banff.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pasta, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your Guide's recipe repertoire!

Take a moment at breakfast to gear up for a day of hiking by reviewing the ten essentials and the principles of Leave No Trace! Miranda will cover the necessities for a day hike, how to pack your bag, and help anyone looking for a "shake down" on their kit. We'll then review the principles of LNT to ensure we all feel comfortable being confident stewards of the environment on our upcoming hike. We'll also hand out electrolytes to help anyone struggling with the altitude! This will also be an opportunity to talk about how we structure the hikes - including setting three speeds so everyone can hike at a pace that is comfortable for them - and setting a group intention for what we are hoping to get from the day.

The Miranda Goes Outside crew has a trip tradition of sharing Roses and Thorns at the end of each day. Gather around to share your rose (high point of the day) and your thorn (low point of the day), and get some rest from a day of hiking! Camp games provided as well!

Overnight near Banff town.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.

After a 10-minute transfer into downtown Banff, you'll pick up bikes and begin your exploration of the area. Today's ride will be an easy one that includes highlights like Surprise Corner, Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, and Cave & Basin National Historic Site. You'll be biking on flat paved paths with little elevation gain. A helmet and lock will be provided. Biking Distance: 6.5 miles / Duration: 2 hours / Difficulty: Easy

After the ride, you’ll be free to continue discovering Banff on your own. Try one of the many restaurants that this beloved resort town has to offer, or hunt for souvenirs while checking out the shops. And even though you may not be out in the wilderness today, there are still plenty of stunning mountain views to enjoy all around! In the evening, you’ll be picked up and taken back to the campground.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pasta, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your Guide's recipe repertoire!

Explore on your own, or wander to one of Banff's popular casual bistros to snag some food with Miranda! We'll also compile a list of outdoor-focused shops or small brands in the area to check out, including Rocky Mountain Flannel Co., Wild Flour Bakery, Fjallraven, and more.

The Miranda Goes Outside crew has a trip tradition of sharing Roses and Thorns at the end of each day. Gather around to share your rose (high point of the day) and your thorn (low point of the day), and get some rest from a day of biking and shopping! Camp games provided as well!

Overnight near Banff town.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.

Transfer 20 minutes to Mount Norquay for your Via Ferrata experience. This half-day excursion will take you high up on the Norquay cliffs – using ladders and suspension bridges – as you climb the Memorial, Sunrise, and Vista buttresses. No climbing knowledge is needed, as you’ll wear a harness that’s always attached to the mountain’s steel cable pathway, and you’ll be led by a highly experienced ACMG-certified Guide. All you’ll need to bring is a basic level of physical fitness and a big sense of adventure! [Operator’s note: Helmets, harnesses, and all additional climbing gear are provided. Please be aware that there is a minimum weight requirement of 88 lbs (40 kg) and a maximum weight restriction of 308 lbs (140 kg). Distance: 1 mile / Elevation: 840 feet / Duration: 4 hours

Included pack lunch after the Via Ferrata. Pack lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc.

After lunch you’ll begin the drive to Kananaskis, stopping after about 35 minutes for a shorter loop hike at Grassi Lake. It will be a gradual incline that levels out as the trail opens up with amazing views of the surrounding peaks and lakes. Fun fact: the different colors of the Grassi Lakes are due to the varying depths of each! After completing the loop and returning to the parking lot, the drive to Kananaskis will continue. Trail Type: Loop / Elevation: 610 feet / Distance: 2.5 miles / Difficulty: Easy

Continue your transfer from Grassi Lakes to the campground.

Included dinner at camp. Examples of dinners include but are not limited to tacos, pasta, gyros, curries, burgers, and stir fries as a main with a side salad and dessert included. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your Guide's recipe repertoire!

The Miranda Goes Outside crew has a trip tradition of sharing Roses and Thorns at the end of each day. Gather around to share your rose (high point of the day) and your thorn (low point of the day). Camp games provided as well!

Overnight in a campsite in Kananaskis Country.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.

Transfer 40 minutes from the campground to the trailhead. The hike begins in a forested area and gradually increases in elevation through the pines, eventually opening up to an alpine meadow. You’ll hike until reaching Chester Lake, at the base of Mount Chester, before heading back to the campground. Trail Type: Out & Back / Distance: 5.8 miles / Elevation: 1,050 feet / Duration: 3-4 hours / Difficulty: Moderate

Included pack lunch on the hike. Pack lunches usually consist of sandwiches or wraps, and a variety of sides like salads, dips with veggies, crackers, fruits, trail mix, granola bars, etc.

In the evening, transfer about 40 minutes from the campground to the spa. Set right in the mountains, you’ll be able to bask in the surrounding beauty of Kananaskis as you soak in a heated outdoor pool or relax in a heated hammock. Afterward, you’ll return to the campground for a final night of rest. Robes, slippers, and towels will all be provided.

Included BBQ dinner at camp. Your meal this evening will consist of a variety of grilled foods such as salmon, sausages, chicken, and halloumi, as well as a couple of sides and dessert. Your camp menu will vary and be decided based on your Guide's recipe repertoire! Your meal tonight will either be an earlier or later dinner as you will be spending your evening at the spa. The time of your dinner will be decided based on the group's preference.

Our trip is coming to a close - so now is the time to start planning your *own* adventures! Whether you're looking to plan your first backpacking trip, organize a group hike with your friends, or convince your significant other to like hiking, we'll talk about all the ways to plan your trip - and build the type of adventure you want. We'll also reviews the ways in which we can be good stewards of the environment, including practicing LNT, and the importance of creating a welcoming space for anyone who wants to recreate outside. This informal gathering will also in offer an opportunity to check out some of the gear in use by the Miranda and Rainer, and of course ask any final questions before we say goodbye tomorrow.

The Miranda Goes Outside crew has a trip tradition of sharing Roses and Thorns at the end of each day. Gather around to share your rose (high point of the day) and your thorn (low point of the day) - the only difference this time is that we'll be covering the whole trip!

Overnight in a campsite in Kananaskis Country.

Breakfast at camp is included. Typically camp breakfasts are served cold with the occasional hot breakfast served, time permitting. Common camp breakfasts include bagels, toast, yogurt, cereal, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea.

TrovaTrip will provide 1 transfer to Calgary International Airport (YYC) on the last day. Please book your flights after 2 pm. Exact transfer time will be determined closer to the trip departure based on provided Traveler flight information. Travelers departing outside of the requested flight guidelines will need to make their own transfer arrangements to the airport.

We'll take one more opportunity in the morning to gather for a group photo, exchange contact information, and say our final goodbyes.