This page contains website and contact details for your outdoor activities.
Information available here includes avalanche information, emergency numbers, trail conditions, park information, and maps and software.
Please let us know if you find any out of date information or have suggestions for additional resources.
Emergency Numbers
It is recommended to bring a list of emergency numbers when heading out on events. Please note that while we review the numbers for currency, we can not guarantee the accuracy so please confirm prior to your trip.
Avalanche Bulletins and Information
Bear Safety
Information on being bear aware are on the Guides and Instructions page, within the Safety section. Wildsmart has some good information on bear and other wildlife.
Weather, Road, and Trail Conditions
- Environment Canada Weather Forecast – Banff
- Mountain Weather Forecasts
- Road Reports: Alberta Transportation (511 Alberta)
- AMA Road Reports
- Drive BC
- Kananaskis Country Trail Reports
- Parks Canada – All Park Trail Conditions
- Parks Canada – Banff National Park Trail Conditions
- National Parks Service (US) – Glacier National Park
- Avalanche Canada Mud Lake Weather Station
- XC Ski Trail reports
Rentals
The following locations rent a variety of gear including bikes, hiking, camping, mountaineering, and snow sport items.
- Mountain Equipment Co-op (Downtown Calgary)
- Norseman Outdoor Specialist (37 Street SW)
- University of Calgary Outdoor Centre (NW Calgary)
Parks
Related Sites
Maps and Software
Maps Sites:
Please refer to our new Maps page (Menu Item: Resources >> Maps)
CORE Event Record
CORE has an event database that allows users to view details on past events: