Debra Smith Covering 89 square miles on the northern edge of Banff National Park, the Columbia Icefield is the largest body of ice in the Canadian Rockies. It's a bit of a drive from Banff Town ...

Ride massive ice explorer vehicles onto the otherworldly surface of the Athabasca Glacier. These dramatic 181 miles of Alberta—passing through and by Jasper, Kootenay, Yoho, and Banff National ...

Canadian ice climber John Freeman is lucky to be alive after the ice pillar he was scaling in Canada's Banff National Park ... which called the ice climbing fall one of the craziest ever recorded.

Australian adventurers, James Castrission and Justin Jones, dare to tackle the perilous journey across Antarctica to the South Pole and back again, completely unassisted – just two men dragging their ...

Simplicity marks the origin of Banff—Canada’s first national park ... but ideal for paddle sports in summer or lake fishing and ice-skating come the winter freeze-over. Brewster Stables ...

For the adventure lover, winter is quite a time to be deep inside thrilling landscapes and experience an ultimate adrenaline ...

Colorado is home to a remarkable ice climbing training facility, The Ice Coop. After being established in 2019, this non-profit gym continues to see climbers from all over. Whether you are a ...

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However, experts say the lakes should be avoided during the winter because of frequent ice falls. Ski slopes surround Banff. The closest is Mount Norquay, which is only 5 miles from town.

and even ice climbing during winter. Known for its awe-inspiring landscapes, Banff National Park is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore the turquoise lakes, hike through dense forests, ski ...

However, some pieces of equipment are more general and easy to find. Ice climbing can be a miserable experience if your fingers are frozen. Help your climber stay warm by purchasing Black Diamond ...