Adventure lies in wait all around Cochrane. And let’s face it, we’re all ready to venture (safely) outdoors while the gorgeous summer weather continues.
Here are some of our favourite things to do and places to go. Not all are open this season, for obvious reasons but ALL are worth the wait.
Brand new to Hunter Valley Adventures - “Adventure Quest!"
How are your outdoor survival skills? The Quest - to complete a series of challenges working on communication and team building, and most importantly, building positive memories together. Follow a story that leads you on your adventure, challenging your outdoor education, team building, and survival skills.
There are two options – one suitable for families with children up to 12 and a second story for youth or adult groups.
Although Hunter Valley is not able to offer their usual trips in 2020 that include Whitewater rafting, canoeing, fishing, or horseback riding, you can book your off the grid adventure for 2021! https://www.huntervalleyadventures.ca/
The Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary is open for tours!
Come visit the members of the Engadine Pack. The three siblings that live at the Sanctuary that demonstrate pack life to a tee! You will meet Quinn, the most dominant female and her brothers, Grizz – known as the gentle giant – and Aspen, who is the shy and timid one.
The purpose of the tours is to educate visitors about these fabulous animals – part wolf, part dog, as the name suggests – and to raise awareness about wolf conservation. All proceeds from the tours directly fund the sanctuary and its continued rescue efforts. https://yamnuskawolfdogsanctuary.com/
There once was a home…
…where the buffalo roamed hundreds and hundreds of years ago across the lands that became known as Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. It’s a great place for cycling, hiking or just drinking in the view. The sweeping vistas of the western foothills and distant mountains will take your breath away (if the bike paths haven’t already). You’ll likely see an artist or two trying to capture the landscape and endless prairie sky.
Gypsy’s Caravan Adventure Hostel is worth the wait!
Re-opening next summer, the adventures are designed especially for small groups of friends, families and newcomers to the great outdoors. Visit their website for gift cards that don’t expire, chalk bags and toques so you’ll be ready for your adventure next year. https://www.gypsyscaravan.com/shop
