Top North America Winter Sports - page 4

Experience northern hospitality and an ancient way of life with this one hour dog sledding tour, for an experience you can't replicate just anywhere. This small-group tour takes you through the snowy scenery surrounding Yellowknife as your team of dogs display their training and strength. The tour concludes with some time to relax with tea and bannock back at the cabin, where you'll learn more about the history and culture of dog sledding from your hosts than you likely would independently.

Don’t bother spending hundreds of dollars on winter gear you might only use once. With this 3-piece cold-weather package—rated to -20ºF—you’ll stay warm with a down-insulated parka, snow pants (or bibs), and winter boots perfect for skiing, snowshoeing, skating, and more. Infant sizes to 5XL available; rent for however many days you need. For extra ease, choose delivery straight to your hotel.

Beginners can book these cross-country ski lessons amidst the stunning scenery of the Canadian Rockies. With a small group, get personalized attention from your guide as you learn a new skill. Practice how to fall down, get back up, glide, and stop on a pristine snowy trail with other beginners.

Just a short drive from Quebec City, scenic Ile d'Orleans is a must-see destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with its rustic charm and mountain views. Treat yourself to the incredible scenery on this snowmobile tour around the island, complete with a guide leading the way. After learning how to handle your snowmobile, get your adrenaline going while exploring the island's picturesque landscape.

Drive a snowmobile through the Callaghan Valley on a snowmobile tour from Whistler that explores the abandoned NorthAir gold mine site. You’ll follow broad, winding trails to an open area that’s a perfect ‘play area’ for snowmobiles, and then get a glimpse of Whistler’s spectacular backcountry. This snowmobile tour includes a short training session, plus it’s ideal for families and first-time riders.

Winter is the perfect time to experience the Alaskan tradition of dog sledding. During this small-group experience, learn to mush with a professional musher. Then zip through the snowy birch forests with a sled dog team and feel the cold wind in your hair. Afterward, warm up with the puppies and learn what it takes for them to become champions.

Enjoy an active and immersive way to discover the Vancouver area’s very own winter wonderland during this North Shore Mountains small-group snowshoeing tour that lets you explore without having to rush like other larger group-tour adventures can do. After pickup in Vancouver, grab your snowshoes and follow your guide along 8 miles (11 kilometers) through snowy meadows and forests before warming up with light refreshments at the lodge.

Let nothing stand in your way of the slopes thanks to the convenience of these Breckenridge ski packages. Available for adults and youth, each package includes skis, ski boots, ski poles, a ski helmet, and transportation to the ski shop and ski slopes. These packages are also customized to each person’s unique ski level.

Just half an hour from downtown Vancouver, you will find a private winter wonderland in the mountains! With this small group guided tour, you can leave the rainy winter behind and explore the snowy mountains on Vancouver’s North Shore. Even beginners will quickly get the hang of snowshoeing, walking easily through the snow to enjoy the quiet of the winter landscape.

Explore a mysterious forest and travel down an old trapper’s path known as the Medicine Trail on this small-group snowshoe tour. Gaze at giant cedar, fir, and hemlock trees, sample teas made from medicinal plants that grow on the route, and learn about the history of the area from your guide. A moderate level of fitness is required for this tour.

Kids ride FREE! This tour will have you riding through incredible terrain on a variety of our groomed trails, allowing for a comfortable and enjoyable experience for the whole family. Part way through the tour you stop at our renowned Mini-Z track! It is undoubtedly a highlight of the tour, where small kids (less than 100 lbs) have the opportunity to ride solo on Mini Snowmobiles – if you’re looking for that perfect holiday snap…this is it! Our 2 Hour Tour includes a hot drink and a snack at our backcountry cabin. Kids also ride free with one full paying adult! 2 Hour Round trip (Gearing up, Safety orientation, ride time)

Whistler ranks among the finest ski resorts in Canada, but arranging ski hire on arrival cuts into precious mountain time. This developmental snowboard rental package offers an easy way to rent budget-friendly gear ideal for beginners. Enjoy custom fitting, complimentary gear switch-outs, and a slope-side store location that gives you more time on the slopes.

Ride a double snowmobile and share the experience with a total of just 10 participants during a safe but thrilling excursion out of Yellowknife. A snowmobile instructor guides you through a winter wonderland of fresh snow while you explore backcountry trails. Slip on provided winter gear to keep warm and set off for 1 hour—photo stops included.

See Sequoia National Park in an ethereal light—snow-covered, crowdless, and still. On this adventure, you’ll strap on your provided snowshoes on go for a moderate, 2.5-mile guided round-trip trek to Bear Hill, tracking wildlife and hiking amongst giants. At your destination, get cozy with a cup of cocoa/coffee/tea as you become a small part of this grove of titans.

Enjoy a uniquely immersive and active way to experience the sparkling wintertime beauty of Colorado’s Front Range on this half-day snowshoeing adventure. With the help of state-of-the-art snowshoeing equipment, hike through pristine pine forests and open-air alpine meadows. Your experienced guide chooses trails that match your group's experience level, and which offer impressive views.

Hit the slopes with this adult snowboard package, including boots and bindings. A prepaid rental package in Salt Lake City and Cottonwood Canyon allows for easy pickup the evening before a day on the slopes, while rental periods in 24-hour increments gives you plenty of time to enjoy the freestyle, backcountry, and all-mountain boarding. Your rental package includes board, straps, K2 boa boots, and bindings.

Dominated by the peaks of Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade, Banff ranks among the most popular ski resorts in Canada—and the equipment rental queues can be long. With this snowboard and boot hire service—geared toward beginner boarders—order your kit in advance and reach the slopes faster. With fitting at your accommodation plus slope-side servicing included, you can hit the snow knowing your rental equipment is covered.

Escape the crowds and long lines at the ski resorts and head out into the pristine Tahoe backcountry on this half-day ski touring adventure with a professional guide. Choose from a downhill skiing using alpine touring or telemark equipment or cross-country skiing using wide and waxless cross-country skis. This is an instructions tour with no experience necessary. Beginners are welcome!

Nestled below the peaks of Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade, Banff is widely considered among the finest ski resorts in Canada—and the equipment rental queues can be long. With this ski, pole, and boot hire service—geared toward learner skiers—order your kit in advance and beat the queues. Reach the slopes faster with in-house fitting at your accommodation, and relax with slope-side servicing included.

Go snowshoeing through the snowy backcountry of Canada during this tour from Baniff, including round-trip transport and your gondola ticket. As you trek across the snow, keep your eyes peeled for sights of the famous Rocky Mountains. Please also note that although this tour includes access to snowshoes, you must come prepared in your own winter clothing and boots.

Spend the day snowmobiling at the historic Heart Six Ranch on this half-day excursion from Jackson Hole. Driving a snowmobile over unfamiliar territory may be daunting, but booking this tour means a guide will accompany you the entire time to provide navigation and ensure your safety. Take in the snowy scenery in the Grand Tetons, stop at an historic lodge midday for lunch, and return to the Heart Six Ranch to unwind around the fire at the end of the excursion.

Demo Ski Package - the latest and greatest available in ski equipment for the season. Varied shapes, sizes, and colors to please the most advanced skiers and make a novice look like a pro. A full-day rental, plus time to relax and return the gear.

You don’t need to splurge on an expensive pair of skis to make the most of the slopes at Park City – instead, try this convenient demo ski rental package. Book and pay for your skis in advance so you don’t have to waste time standing in line at the till. With several rental packages ranging from one-day hire up to the whole week, rent out your skis for as long as you need.

Enjoy the power of a team of happy hounds pulling you through a magical winter landscape. Pose for pictures in the beautiful snowy scenery. Learn about the ever popular sport and what it takes to lead a team of dogs. Then warm up in a cozy yurt at the end of your activity.