Founded in 2006 by Michelle Faerden, Kananaskis Outfitters has grown from a 400-square-foot gear rental shop into one of Alberta’s premier adventure companies. Located in the heart of the stunning Kananaskis region, the business now operates a full-service retail store and a seasonal lakefront outpost, welcoming visitors from across Canada and around the globe. Catering to outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels, Kananaskis Outfitters offers guided tours, gear rentals, and customized group and corporate adventures. Popular experiences range from peaceful canoe tours and wilderness survival hikes to winter snowshoe excursions and stargazing under the Rockies' vast night skies. Known for its knowledgeable guides, quality equipment, and innovative programming, the company has built a reputation for delivering meaningful, memorable encounters with nature. At its core, Kananaskis Outfitters is guided by values of sustainability, conservation, and community. The team actively promotes responsible tourism, educates guests on environmental stewardship, and works to protect the region’s wild landscapes for generations to come. With its deep commitment to ecological integrity and immersive adventure tourism, Kananaskis Outfitters continues to raise the bar for outdoor experiences in the Canadian Rockies. Learn more at kananaskisoutfitters.com.
In today’s fast-paced corporate world, effective team-building requires experiences that go beyond traditional office activities. Kananaskis Outfitters provides unique, nature-based corporate adventures designed to strengthen teamwork, boost morale, and build meaningful connections. Imagine your team competing in an exciting “Amazing Race” along scenic trails, collaboratively solving puzzles and overcoming outdoor challenges, or embarking on an insightful “Coal Mine Hike,” exploring historic sites and finishing with refreshing local craft beers. These memorable experiences transform colleagues into cohesive teams, fostering bonds that last. Elevate your next corporate retreat with Kananaskis Outfitters, where adventure meets inspiration and rejuvenation.
Trade the boardroom for breathtaking trails. Kananaskis Outfitters offers nature-based team-building adventures that foster authentic connection and collaboration—without the awkward icebreakers. From racing through the woods in a game-show-style challenge to paddling a giant voyageur canoe in unison, these outings are designed to break down barriers and build real camaraderie. As burnout climbs, more companies are turning to the outdoors as a solution. Kananaskis Outfitters’ dynamic programs demonstrate how a day in the Rockies can energize teams and uncover unexpected leaders.
Step away from screens and into the stillness of the mountains. Kananaskis Outfitters is redefining wellness by taking it beyond the office and into the wild. Their corporate wellness experiences replace fluorescent lights with forest bathing, and static yoga mats with guided snowshoeing and survival hikes. Whether it’s group meditation by a frozen lake or a laughter-filled afternoon hike, Kananaskis Outfitters proves that wellness thrives where Wi-Fi fades. It’s a refreshing reminder that mental clarity and connection are best found under an open sky.
Introducing kids to winter adventure doesn’t have to be intimidating. Kananaskis Outfitters makes it easy and joyful for families to get outside, even if it’s a toddler’s first time on skis. Their cross-country ski rentals, gentle trails, and kid-savvy instructors help create experiences where fun—not distance—leads the way. With practical tips, the right gear, and a play-first philosophy, Kananaskis Outfitters turns short snowy outings into lifelong family memories. Because every six-foot ski session with a toddler is worth a thousand giggles.
From scavenger hunts on the trail to stories by the fire, Kananaskis Outfitters transforms the outdoors into a wonder-filled classroom. Their guided hikes are packed with discovery moments tailored to young minds—whether it’s learning to build a snow shelter, spotting a woodpecker, or playing winter games in the forest. Every family outing is designed to be inclusive, engaging, and genuinely fun. Because adventure isn’t just for grown-ups—it’s for every curious kid who wants to explore, laugh, and learn.
Summer in Kananaskis is pure magic—and Kananaskis Outfitters is your guide to all of it. Whether you’re paddling across the turquoise waters of Barrier Lake in a 25-foot voyageur canoe or biking through sunlit forests along the High Rockies Trail, every adventure is crafted to immerse you in the region’s natural beauty. With expert-led hikes, stand-up paddleboarding, and customizable outdoor experiences for families, teams, and solo travellers alike, Kananaskis Outfitters turns ordinary summer days into unforgettable mountain moments.
Looking to truly experience Alberta’s Rockies this summer? Kananaskis Outfitters delivers more than just gear—it delivers connection. Join local guides for wildflower-lined ridge hikes, paddle calm alpine lakes, or explore the backcountry by bike on some of Kananaskis’s most scenic trails. From beginner-friendly outings like the Troll Falls hike to deeper wilderness challenges, every tour is built to inspire discovery. Whether you’re chasing adrenaline or quiet reflection, this is how summer was meant to be explored.
Step into a hands-on experience where nature becomes the classroom and practical skills take centre stage. The Survival Hike from Kananaskis Outfitters is a private, three-hour guided tour designed for small groups. Participants explore the landscape while learning how to identify animal tracks, forage for wild edibles, build emergency shelters, and start a fire without matches. With stories, feedback, and tea brewed from local plants, the journey blends curiosity, confidence, and connection with the wild. Ideal for friends, families, or colleagues seeking an experience that’s as educational as it is unforgettable.
From snowshoeing beneath frozen waterfalls to gliding through snowy spruce forests on cross-country skis, Kananaskis Outfitters brings the magic of winter to life. Guests can follow local guides along scenic trails like Troll Falls and Ribbon Creek or try fat biking through the rolling backcountry of Mount Shark. With high-quality gear, expert instruction, and an unmatched Kananaskis backdrop, every experience—whether peaceful or pulse-raising—is designed to connect you to the season in the most memorable way.
When the sun sets, the real magic begins. Kananaskis Outfitters invites guests to step into a starlit world on their signature stargazing snowshoe tours. Surrounded by the silence of snow-covered forests and skies glittering with constellations, guests may be lucky enough to spot the aurora borealis dancing in the distance. Kananaskis Outfitters’ guides share astrophotography tips and local lore while leading small groups to prime viewing spots. It’s more than a tour—it’s an unforgettable brush with the cosmos in one of Alberta’s last true dark sky pockets.
Established in 2006, Kananaskis Outfitters is Alberta’s premier provider of outdoor adventure experiences, specializing in guided tours, high-quality gear rentals, and tailored group and corporate programs. Committed to sustainability, conservation, and responsible tourism, Kananaskis Outfitters delivers unforgettable, nature-based adventures, connecting visitors deeply to the stunning beauty and serenity of Alberta’s Canadian Rockies. For more information, visit https://kananaskisoutfitters.com.
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We acknowledge that the land on which we explore, Kananaskis, lies is the traditional territory of the Treaty 7 Nations of The Tsuut’ina Nation, the Stoney Nakoda Nation, comprised of the Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney and Wesley First Nations, and the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Kainai-Blood Tribe, Siksika, Peigan-Piikani and Aamskapi Pikun. We recognize the Treaty 3 region of the Mètis Nation of Alberta and their historic connection to this land. We commit to the furthering of truth and reconciliation and honour and celebrate those who have lived, and continue to live, on this land.
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