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"I am a mountaineer because the wilderness is so full of simple truth. In modern life, that is a rare and precious thing." - Unknown
Hiking trips in the Columbia Valley area are a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature.
We offer guided hikes in the Invermere area as well as in Bugaboo provincial park, Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Glacier National parks.
Some Classic trips around Invermere include Castle Mountain and Mount Bruce, Hawk Creek and Ball Pass, Floe Lake, and the Kindersley Sinclair Loop trails.
For a given trip a hike will be selected based on the seasonal conditions and the desires and abilities of the group.
We can provide equipment and expertise for anything from day trips to epic multi day adventures.
Itinerary: (Can vary slightly depending on the destination.)
For most hikes in the Invermere area we will meet up at a pre-determined location at 800am. (Ideally one that serves coffee!) We will then head up to our chosen hike for the day after going over your gear to ensure that you are fully prepared for the day ahead.
Multi-Day backpacking options are available to remote and wild places as well. Please contact us to learn more about multi-day options.
Transportation:
On some routes 4x4 or high clearance vehicles may be required. This will be discussed prior to your trip. NSM can provide transportation for up to 4 guests.
Meals:
Lunch for the day is provided
Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions in advance
If you have food allergies it is recommended to pack your own lunch.
Equipment List
Personal Gear
Boots – 3 Season Mountaineering boots or sturdy hiking boots. NSM can provide boots if required. (Included - limited availability so let us know well ahead of time your shoe size!)
Summit-pack – 20-40 litre capacity (NSM can provide this if you need - Included)
Outer layer jacket with hood – Gore-Tex style
Lightweight outer layer waterproof pants – Gore-Tex style
Lightweight thermal layers – top & bottom, Polypro, Icebreaker, etc.
Climbing/hiking pants – nylon, fleece, Schoeller, etc. (1 pair)
Gloves (medium weight) – wool or poly-pro (1 pair)
Waterproof gloves or mitts (gloves work best) (1 pairs)
Warm parka/jacket – down, synthetic, fleece or pile (1)
Sweater or vest – wool, synthetic, fleece or down (1)
Socks – wool or synthetic blend
Toque/warm hat – wool or fleece (1)
Sunglasses – UV block with good eye coverage (1pr)
Headlamp with new batteries
Personal 1st aid (blister kit, toothbrush, blister kit, toilet paper, etc.)
Misc. personal items (camera, journal, etc.)
Sunscreen – minimum spf45
Water bottles/hydration system – minimum 1 litre
Walking pole(s) – Optional but helpful
Gaiters (1 pair) – Optional if built-in paint gaiters or boot gaiters
Communal equipment (supplied by NSM if required):
Compass and map
GPS
Emergency shelter
First aid kit
Satellite communication device
VHF radio
Season and availability:
May: Early season conditions, hikes closer to the Columbia Valley come into condition first, while hikes deeper in the ranges will stay snow bound for longer.
June to September: Main season for Scrambling, many routes and peaks will be in condition.
October: Late season conditions, snow will begin to accumulate in the mountains, routes will begin to go out of condition.
Price: (Not including 5% GST)
$175.00 per guest (Group of 4)
$116.00 per guest (Group of 6)
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