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INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS - 2009
Deer and Wolves and Bears, Oh My!
Ever wonder why deer don't eat meat, why wolves do,
and why bears have become 90% vegetarian? During this
30-minute presentation you will find the answers to
these questions while discovering the important role
we can play in helping to ensure their survival.
The Bears Embrace: Coming Full Circle
Come join us on a journey to examine how human views,
thoughts and feelings about the grizzly bear in the
past have helped to shape the ideals of today. Discover
the incredible impacts grizzly populations suffered
during a time of fear and how embracing the bear is
the only way to ensure this species survival.
Lake Louise….The Making of a Famous Landscape
Interested in learning more about Lake Louise? Then
join us on a behind the scenes tour where we will reveal
the recipe responsible for the production of this world-renowned
scene.
An Unbearable Fate
How does the Park deal with a bear that breaks all the
rules? Find out all about a legendary grizzly bear named
Skoki, and help determine who really broke the rules
in Banff National Park.
Living on the Edge
Life is tough! Who would live in a place with wind chills
up to minus 65 degrees Celsius, very little food, and
steep rocky slopes? Some living things are so well suited
to this harsh environment that they would have a hard
time living elsewhere. Find out how these unique creatures
have made a living in the sub-alpine region of the Rocky
Mountains and how we can help them survive.
Time: The above programs run at 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm. Shows vary day to day.
All theatre-style presentations are complimentary with
purchase of the gondola ride.
GUIDED WALKS...
Trail of the Great Bear
Join us for a moderate, 45 minute walk that addresses
a question most of us have here in bear country. "What
should I do if I see a bear?" We will learn how
to stay safe in bear country while keeping bears safe
as well.
Duration: 45 min
Times: Walks are held three times a day 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm
Cost: $5 per person
(Walks are based on a first come first served basis.
Maximum of 14 people per walk)
RESERVATIONS
We offer our walks on a first come first
serve basis. There
is a maximum of 14 walkers per time slot so we recommend
guests arrive early and
sign up to reserve a spot once they arrive at Whitehorn
Lodge (at the top of the lift/gondola).
REQUIRED PREPARATION
Due to the natural grade of the mountain trails, all
participants of guided walks should be of moderate fitness
ability and encouraged to wear proper walking footwear.
HIKING TRAILS
Unescorted hiking is restricted to areas on the upper
mountain only, and we strongly recommend hiking in groups
of 6 or more people.
UNSUNG HEROES
The non-migratory birds of Lake Louise. Learn how it takes more than a ski pass to survive the winter at Lake Louise.
Ask our friendly Interpretive Guides for details on Hiking Trails on the upper mountain.
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