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FAMILY ADVENTURES
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Take the family to the mountains for a weekend of outdoor fun! Whether you are experienced campers or new to the outdoor world, we have a variety of activities for you to choose from. Pricing varies depending on number of participants and chosen activity. Please contact us for a quote.



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RAFTING

Come rafting with us on the North Saskatchewan river just west of Rocky Mountain House! Led by our experienced guides, this is a great introduction to river rafting for all ages and abilities, with the option to skip rapids if you are not comfortable with whitewater. Bring hot-dogs and marshmallows to roast over a fire at lunch time, enjoy some swimming (if you are up for it!) and discover a beautiful, secluded waterfall along the river. Be sure to check our Rafting page for more information. 



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LAKE CANOEING

Lake canoeing is a safe and fun way to enjoy the great outdoors. Our Paddle Canada certified instructors will teach you basic skills to maneuver your canoe with confidence. This will provide a great foundation for any future paddling you wish to do. Create memories with a fun day on the lake for the family.




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MOUNTAIN HIKE 


Enjoy a full day of hiking in the Nordegg/Abraham Lake area, in the heart of David Thompson country. Choose from many options suitable for all levels. Hike to impressive canyons, beautiful waterfalls and stunning views while learning about the many plants and animals found in the area.



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BOREAL FOREST INTERPRETIVE HIKE
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Hike through the boreal forest at a leisurely pace, and learn about the many plants and animals found throughout. Led by our experienced and qualified guides, this will be a fun, scenic day out for the whole family!




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WILDERNESS LIVING SKILLS
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Connect with nature and learn important crafts used in every day bush living, such as fire-lighting, rope making and shelter building. The activities are engaging, empowering and will instill the confidence for the whole family to be in the outdoors!


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INTRO TO CAMPING
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Enjoy a private camping experience at HeLa! This program is designed to introduce families to the wonderful activity of camping. During your stay with us, you will learn how to properly pitch a tent, set up tarps, build a fire, and cook safely with camp stoves and fires. Programs utilize leave no trace principles and emphasize bear smart practices. ​

This activity must be combined with one or more of the activities above. 
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Contact us to custom design a program to specifically  meet your needs. We can offer any combination of the activities above. Weekend, weekday or multi-day options are available. Rustic cabins and camping are available at HeLa for the duration of your stay.

HeLa Ventures Adventure Education Centre | Site 147, Comp 12, RR4 Rocky Mountain House, Alberta T4T 2A4 | (403) 845-4325
FOR SAFETY REASONS, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE SCHEDULE ON ANY PROGRAM
Should the weather or water conditions present a threat to a safe, enjoyable trip for the participants.
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