Unique Winter Adventures for the adventurous souls!
Southern Ontario winter adventures from Ancaster to Elora to Priceville. Take a 3 day Mountaineering course, ride through the fluffy snow of Grey County on horseback or take a private horse-drawn sleigh ride with your special sweetheart. To make the winter season extra special take that special someone on a winter hot air balloon flight...the experience is surely to be like no other and remembered for a lifetime! All you need to do is dress warm and the Canadian winter's wonders will unravel before you! The options are endless...its up to you to explore!
Does the thought of climbing mountains get your heart racing? Would you like the skills needed to venture into the mountains? This course covers all the skills and theory you would expect from a mountaineering course out West. This program is offered right here in Ontario, only an hour from Toronto. This in-depth course is designed to give you a solid foundation in mountaineering skills. We will practice everything from self-arrest to crevasse rescue.
Prerequisite: (may be skipped if you have some experience)
Top Rope Anchors
Rappel and Ascend
Ice Climbing
Recommended Reading: Mountaineering Freedom of the hills 7th edition, by The Mountaineers
This is a three-day program. The first day is indoors and location will be given to you once you register. Day two and three are outdoors. Meeting time is 9:00 am. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early. Course runs until 5:00 p.m. on all three days.
This program can run as long as there is adequate amount of snow.
Course Outline:
Mountain Safety, Acclimatization, Movement on Snow and Ice, Crevasse Rescue Techniques, Route Planning, Alpine and Climbing Knots, Orienteering, Self Arrests, Snow Anchors, Ice Anchors, Whiteout Procedures, Crampon Use, Ice Axe Use
Rope Use on Mixed Terrain, Understanding Glaciers, Alpine Terminology, Expedition versus Alpine Style Climbing Techniques
Clothing, Equipment & Meals:
We provide all the technical equipment such as helmets, harnesses, boots, crampons, ice axes and other required gear. Wear weather-appropriate clothing. Remember that you will be outside all day and standing around belaying. A down jacket and warm clothing are recommended. Quick dry clothing (polyester or nylon) is recommended. The best system is to layer your clothing. Bring a rain jacket. Hiking boots or plastic boots are appropriate for the day. Pack water, a hot beverage in your thermos and your lunch in a small backpack.
3 Day Mountaineering Course
Season: JANUARY - MARCH
Price per person:
Cost: $750 + HST (13%)
Time: 9:00am - 5:00 pm (3 Day Course)
Dates: Per Request for Groups of 4 or More
Customized and weekday dates available for groups of 4 or more.
Meeting Location:
LOCATION: Tew Falls (Ancaster, ON)
Approx. 1 hour from Toronto
Romantic Sleigh Ride
Experience Romance like the Good’Ole Days.
Rent the sleigh and enjoy your own quiet ride in the countryside, down forest lanes and in open meadows with key look out points.
It’s as easy as driving a car, and easier than riding a bike. WE provide a basic lesson and have you test drive before we let you go out on the set sleigh path.
Romantic Private Sleigh Ride
Private Horse Drawn Sleigh Ride Rental:
Half Hour (30 Minutes) $50 plus HST
Full Hour (60 Minutes) $100 plus HST
Price is per couple, plus HST (13%)
SEASON:
December - April weather permitting
Book in advance. Can be upgraded from Group Sleigh Ride from packages.
Location:
305042 Southline A Road , R.R. # 3, Priceville , ON Approx. 1.5 hours from Downtown Toronto
Surprise someone with a winter hot air balloon flight in the Guelph, Elora and Fergus region!!
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We chose this area for the rolling hills, picturesque trees, surrounding waters and tranquility of our country side. You will experience the joy of zigzagging up hills to ride up on hill tops looking over the valley, riding around meadows where horses are grazing, then for those that feel comfortable, we will try short spurts of trotting in open paths.
This ride is available all year round, weather permitting, and with the exclusion of holidays.
Please call ahead as reservations are required, to allow the proper horse being reserved, and space available.
Winter Trail Riding - 1 Hour or 2 Hour Rides
Flight Season: JANUARY - MARCH
Price per person:
WEEKDAY SUNRISE: $235 per person plus HST (13%)
WEEKEND SUNRISE: $250 per person plus HST (13%)
SUNSETS: $250 per person plus HST (13%)
Meeting Location:
7445 Wellington County Rd. 21 (near County Rd. 7) Elora, ON Parking Lot - Approx. 1.5 hours from Downtown Toronto
Meeting Time:
SUNRISE flight: Meeting around sunrise
SUNSET flight: 2 Hours before Sunset
Meeting times vary per month and will be confirmed with your reservation.
For Groups of 4 Only
Your Hot Air Balloon adventure begins when you meet your Pilot and Flight Crew approximately a 1/2-hour before sunrise or 2 hours before sunset in a quaint little town known as Elora. At the launch site, your flight crew will brief you on your upcoming balloon adventure. Then, you will watch with awe as your balloon takes shape before your eyes, ultimately standing more than 10 stories tall. Once fully inflated and ready for take off, you will climb into the gondola and begin your Hot air ballooning adventure that will give new meaning to the word serenity. If you are wondering how cold it will be, what we suggest is simply dressing as if going skiing or snowshoeing and we guarantee you will be toasty warm which indeed will make you forget all about Winter's cold and become enchanted at the gorgeous Winter scenery!
During your flight you will get a spectacular bird's eye view of the picturesque Elora and Fergus Winter sights as you gently drift over the countryside where you will watch out for wildlife and take in the magnificent views. Depending on wind direction you may gently drift over the Elora Gorge, and follow the river as it winds and carves the landscape. Here you will have many opportunities to take pictures of the marvelous country winter views.
After about an hour in the air, your pilot will be on the look out for a safe landing spot. This will add to this exciting experience as you slowly and gently glide down towards the ground, here the balloon may almost skim tree tops and corn fields which definitely gives you a glimpse of the 'bird eye view'. Once on the ground, together with your crew, you will share in the oldest of ballooning traditions; a winter version of the champagne toast; delicious hot chocolate with a splash of Bailey's Irish Creme liquer! After the celebration your crew, pilot will be shuttled back to the original meeting spot where you can make your way home or enjoy a wonderful meal in some of Elora's finest restaurants.
Flights are approximately 1 hour in length, however we do require you for up to 3 1/2hours.
Included: Hot air balloon tour, services of a professional pilot, and a traditional champagne toast.
Should your flight be cancelled due to inclement weather conditions, simply call our office and reschedule your flight at your convenience for the next available flight of the same value. Upon reservation we will send you travel documents outlining, the precise meeting spot, a map, items your should bring with you as well as what you should wear. Should you have any questions in regards to your tour give us a call and we will be happy to answer! At the bottom of the page you will find the FAQ (frequently asked questions) section that may have the answer you are looking for. We look forward to flying with you soon!
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Aerial
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Price per person:
1 Hour - $40 plus HST (13%)
2 Hour - $60 plus HST (13%)
SEASON:
December - April weather permitting
Book in advance.
Times: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 pm
Tack: Western, with covered stirrups
Pace: Walk, moderate trot for those who request.
Level: first time, novice, intermediate, advanced
Included: Helmet, Basic Instruction
Location:
305042 Southline A Road , R.R. # 3, Priceville , ON Approx. 1.5 hours from Downtown Toronto