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BACKCOUNTRY USERS INFORMATION

Wildfire in the backcountry - what to do when it comes to you!

As we experience more and more dangerous wildfires in the backcountry, this video provides you with critical knowledge, techniques and tools that may save your life. There are many great resources on trip preparation, planning and communication to make your hiking, backpacking, and riding in the wilderness.

 

This is not intended to be a fulsome and detailed resource. The responsibility for planning and reactions is yours. This informal discussion is just one part of the conversation. Please be aware and be safe. 

Bear Aware- what to do to reduce the harm. Part I & II

Peace Park Video Guide

Deer Looking Back

Click on image to view Waterton Glacier International Peace Park travel video.

Glacier Institute

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The Glacier Institute strengthens connections to the natural world through guided hikes...

Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park

​A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes...

GDT User's Code
of Conduct

Waterton Glacier Park

The original Great Divide Trail Association developed a trail user’s code...

Continental Divide Trail

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More than a line on a map or a thin stripe of tread, it is a living connector...

Great Divide Trail Association

Waterton Glacier Park

The Great Divide Trail traverses the continental divide between Alberta and British Columbia... 

Waterton Lake National Park

Great Divide 5

The Great Divide Trail traverses the continental divide between Alberta and British Columbia... 

Glacier National Park

What are some of the non-native plants of concern in Waterton Lakes National Park...

Waterton Glacier National Park

​Trail conditions. Make your trip a safe one by checking the latest conditions...

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There areover 200 kms of trails to explore in Waterton Lakes National Park...

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