Every expedition listed below includes professional guide leadership, quality equipment, comprehensive safety systems, and memories that tend to reshape how people think about their relationship with nature. Pricing reflects the true cost of operating responsibly in wilderness environments while compensating guides appropriately for their expertise.
Introductory Programs
These expeditions welcome participants with no prior backcountry experience. Guides provide thorough instruction in camping fundamentals, trail skills, and wilderness awareness. Physical demands are moderate and routes avoid technical terrain.
Weekend Wilderness Introduction
Two days and one night in accessible backcountry. Learn tent setup, camp cooking, trail navigation basics, and Leave No Trace principles. Suitable for complete beginners including families with teens.
- All camping equipment provided
- Meals included from lunch Day 1 through lunch Day 2
- Maximum 8 participants per group
- Moderate hiking: 8-12 km total
$349 CAD per person
Backcountry Skills Intensive
Three days focused on building competency. Navigation with map and compass, water sourcing and treatment, emergency shelter construction, wildlife safety protocols. Graduates gain confidence for independent adventures.
- Comprehensive skill curriculum
- Personal navigation tools to keep
- Maximum 6 participants per group
- Moderate terrain: varied conditions
$595 CAD per person
Extended Expeditions
Multi-day journeys for participants with baseline fitness and some outdoor experience. These programs cover significant distance through varied terrain. Previous camping experience helpful but not mandatory if fitness level is appropriate.
Five-Day Alpine Traverse
Point-to-point journey through high country connecting three distinct ecosystems. Alpine meadows, glacial valleys, and old-growth forest. Challenging daily distances with significant elevation change.
- Four nights wilderness camping
- All meals from dinner Day 1 through breakfast Day 5
- Maximum 6 participants per group
- Challenging: 65-80 km total, 3000m+ elevation
$1,175 CAD per person
Winter Camping Experience
Four days learning cold-weather techniques. Snow shelter construction, winter layering systems, cold-condition cooking, and navigation in snow-covered terrain. Runs January through March.
- Specialized winter equipment provided
- Hot meals prepared by guides
- Maximum 5 participants per group
- Moderate distance, technical conditions
$725 CAD per person
"The alpine traverse pushed me further than I expected, both physically and mentally. Watching the sunrise from our high camp on day three is something that stays with you. Worth every sore muscle." — Andrew P., Calgary
Specialty Programs
Expeditions combining wilderness immersion with specific interests. These programs attract participants seeking more than general outdoor experience.
Wildlife Photography Expedition
Four days in prime habitat with instruction from guides experienced in wildlife photography. Early mornings, patient observation, and guidance on technique. Bring your own camera equipment.
- Routes selected for wildlife activity
- Photography guidance included
- Maximum 5 participants per group
- Light to moderate hiking, long observation periods
$875 CAD per person
Family Adventure Package
Five days designed for families with members aged 12 and up. Balanced itinerary mixing hiking with base camp activities. Skills instruction, nature interpretation, and family bonding in remarkable settings.
- Age-appropriate activities and pacing
- Two guides per group for support
- Maximum 2 families (8 participants)
- Moderate terrain suitable for capable teens
$1,495 CAD per family (up to 4)
Questions about which expedition suits you best?
Get in TouchWhat Every Expedition Includes
Regardless of which program you choose, Stone Bear provides:
- Professional guide leadership with wilderness first responder certification
- Quality camping equipment including tent, sleeping bag rated for conditions, and sleeping pad
- Group cooking gear and all meals as specified in program description
- Satellite communication device and comprehensive safety systems
- Trail snacks and water treatment capability
- Pre-trip preparation guidance and gear checklist
You provide personal clothing appropriate for conditions, sturdy footwear, and any personal items. Detailed packing lists accompany booking confirmation.