Located in Canmore, Alberta at the Banff National Park gates, we are a premier provider of mountaineering, ice climbing, rock climbing, backcountry skiing, avalanche training and trekking experiences in the Canadian Rockies. For over 30 years, we have hosted clients from Canada and all over the world. As one of Canada’s best mountain schools and mountain guide companies, we run trips, programs and courses from beginner to expert level. We have some of the top mountain guides in Canada and consider the mountains of British Columbia and Alberta to be our home, classroom and playground. Come join us in the Canadian Rockies.
New Mount Athabasca Scheduled Departure
Monthly departures for a climb of the Canadian Rockies most photographed 11'000er.
Intro to Alpine Rock in the Bugaboos
New alpine rock climbing program in the Bugs!
Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show 2012
Join us February 24-26, 2012 at the Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show.
Barry Blanchard & Friends Ice Camp
5 days of non-stop climbing...the best ice camp ever!
Ice Climbing For Everyone
Ice Climbing is not just for the young, just the young-at-heart
Powder Day on Crowfoot Glacier
Bluebird Skiing on Crowfoot Glacier
OR Alibi Jacket
This season’s Yamnuska staff jacket, is a real work horse! The Outdoor Research Alibi Jacket is strategically built to maximize durability and performance.
Mountain Hardware Trango 4 Tent
Our 2011 spring semester students are the guinea pigs for our newest addition in the gear room – Mountain Hardware Trango 4 tents.
Scarpa Omega Boot
What does Yamnuska need from a mountain boot? Comfort, warmth, durability and reliability are the top ranking requirements.