Day 1 Monday, February 21st	Day 2 Tuesday, February 22nd	Day 3 Wednesday, February 23rd	Day 4 Thursday, February 24th
Optional Day Activities - Snowmobiling - Tri-Area Ski Hill Lift Passes Evening On Own	Optional Day Activities - Dog Sledding - Tri-Area Ski Hill Lift Passes Evening On Own	Optional Day Activities - Snowshoeing - Tri-Area Ski Hill Lift Passes Medieval Feast	Optional Day Activities - Johnston Canyon Ice Canyon Walk - Tri-Area Ski Hill Lift Passes Evening On Own

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All rates quoted are in Canadian funds
(Quoted rates are for 2004 and are subject to change for 2005)

SIGHTSEEING & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Hospitality Desk

* Saturday, February 19: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Heritage Hall
* Sunday, February 20: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Waldhaus Pub, Winter Wonderland Welcome Reception

Welcome to Banff with knowledgeable local staff to assist with everything from maps to movies, directions dining options and more! Adaptable, proficient, courteous and attentive, the Road West staff knows key venues in the area for first hand information on outdoor and soft adventure activities, sightseeing tours and services. The Road West hospitality desk will be staffed to serve the needs of the Encore Symposiums attendees exclusively on the following schedule:

Sunday, February 20: 12:30 - 5:30 p.m. - Heritage Hall (above Main Lobby)

Sunday, February 20: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Waldhaus Pub, Winter Wonderland Welcome Reception, and

Monday, February 21: 6:00 – 10:00 a.m. - Curio Foyer (close to the meeting space, Alberta Room)

 

Medieval Feast

The Fairmont Banff Springs Medieval Feast is one of our long-standing traditions. It was first presented by hotel staff many years ago in order to please the playful, wealthy, and elite who frequented the Castle in the Rockies during the hotel's heyday. Join our Medieval Feast with royalty, a handsome Scottish piper, and costumed servers. The authenticity of the ambience and characters will transport you back in time to the romantic age of knights and chivalry.

Reservations required by January 17th

Lords and Ladies of the castle,
Be it known to all that the King
requests your presence in the Great Hall
for a lavish feast in His honour.

 

Icewalk in Johnston Canyon Get outside and enjoy a walk through a magical frozen canyon just outside of Banff. Formed by ancient glaciers, Johnston Canyon is a spectacular geological landmark. The thundering waterfalls of summer are replaced by mere trickles that gradually build into cathedrals of ice in winter. Start your tour in the depths of the canyon! Walk down to the canyon floor wearing special "crampons" to grip the ice. Your guide is a knowledgeable naturalist who will provide explanations on the ancient fossils, enormous potholes, underground stream outlets and beautiful ice falls that you will see along the way. Includes return transportation aboard shuttle van, Road West escort, Park User fee, equipment, naturalist/guide, guide gratuity, hot chocolate, and driver gratuity. Duration: 3 - 4 hours. Cost per person: $ 96.00 (based on minimum 10 guests)* Price is subject to 7% GST.

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Snowshoeing in the Wilderness

What can you do outside when there’s four feet of snow? Strap on some snowshoes and venture into the wilderness to discover a peaceful winter wonderland. Snowshoes allow you to walk into the deep, deep snow and truly experience the winter landscape. Only the sounds of your snowshoes treading along the snow will be heard. Don’t forget your camera; this is a good opportunity to see wildlife! Trained naturalists will accompany you to provide instruction on snowshoeing and to share their knowledge about the environment, flora and fauna. Snowshoeing will get you away from the crowds and allow you to experience the magic of the mountains.

The 2005 cost is $120.00 including GST for 2005, and will include return transportation, Road West escort, Park User fee, equipment, naturalist/guide, guide gratuity, and driver gratuity. Duration: 3 - 4 hours.

 

 

 

Powder Snowmobiling Adventure

When it's white, snowmobiling is wild! Feel the power and experience the rush of flying over the powder snow...Equipped with a helmet, warm outerwear and a powerful ski-doo - hit the trails and have the ride of your life! Your adventure begins with a breathtaking drive into the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia. Through Banff and Yoho National Parks, see frozen waterfalls, glacier capped mountain peaks and take in the natural beauty surrounding you. Tour into the backcountry where the snow is deep and the trails are groomed for your adventure. Each guest can operate their own Ski-doo and take in the breathtaking view of scenery and wildlife along the way. A professional guide will accompany and instruct you on your tour.

Includes return transportation aboard van, Road West escort, 4-5 hours of snowmobiling, equipment, barbeque lunch, and driver gratuity. Duration: 7 – 8 hours.

Cost per person: $ 378.00 (based on minimum 10 guests)

Price includes 7% GST.

* This activity is not suggested for pregnant women, or those with severe back issues.

 

Spray Lakes Dog-Sledding Adventure

Leave civilization behind and learn to travel the way of our early settlers...by dog sled! Bundle up and get set for the ride of your life! Out in front, the dogs lean into their harnesses and bark with anticipation. You can even try being the musher - lift your foot off the brake and yell, "Hike" to set the dogs off running! Hear the sound of the sled gliding over fresh snow as you are whisked along a forested trail and across a frozen lake ringed by mountains. Afterwards, there will be plenty of time to make friends with the dogs and take pictures to capture your exhilarating ride across the snowy fields!

Includes return shuttle van transportation to Spray Lakes, Road West escort, two-hour dog sled tour, gourmet snack and a hot beverage, and driver gratuity. Duration: 4 - 5 hours

Cost per person: $ 160.00 (based on minimum 10 guests)

Price is subject to 7% GST.

*Please note: the maximum number of guests per two-hour tour is 24. This activity is not suggested for pregnant women, or those with severe back issues.

 

Skiing, Big Three Ski Areas - Full Day

You will be provided with vouchers to ski at any one of the "Big Three" ski areas of your choice. Your ticket will include return transfer on any of the regularly scheduled shuttle buses going to the ski hills. These shuttles are frequent and you will be provided with a current schedule for pick up times at your hotel and at the ski hills. Skiing Louise is Canada's largest ski area and favoured by the locals of Banff. Sunshine Village is famous for its heavy snowfall and sits right on the Continental Divide. Newly expanded Mt. Norquay offers the ultimate challenge for experts as well as a variety of runs suited to other levels of skiers.

Includes return transportation aboard scheduled departures and Full Day Ski Pass to your choice of the three ski areas.

Cost per person: $ 75.00

Price is subject to 7% GST.

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