Country Encounters Hospitality

OFFERING YOU A CHOICE

Located just two 1/2 hours southwest of Calgary
In the Rocky Mountains of Southern Alberta The area is known for its moderate climate and unique geology, and offers a wide range of activities for every season including world renowned fly fishing, excellent golfing, hiking, climbing, caving, mountain biking, both downhill & cross country skiing, camping and an extensive network of tra Dining with Country Encounters ils for off-road, atv, and snowmobile enthusiast. All in the towering majesty of the Rocky Mountains. The Pass is also rich in history, original developed to supply coal for the railways in the steam era. It is well worth the time to visit our historic sites. Whether you immerse yourself in the underground mine tour at Bellevue, or at the Crowsnest Museum in Coleman, you will find something of interest including the tragedies of the Frank slide the Hillcrest mine disaster.

Let us help you take full advantage of the area and your time with us. We have several all inclusive prepackaged programs that are not only fun and educational but represent great value. If you are looking for something for a group of friends or associates we are happy to package together a vacation that meets your exact needs.

Custom Programs
About the Venue
Local Attractions

Custom Programs

At Country Encounters we can arrange a complete tour package for you or your group. It can include almost anything from fly fishing classes to cooking instruction. Just let us know your interests. Our custom programs are designed and developed with you to meet your organizational and group requirements. A custom program delivers a tailored alternative to our existing offerings. We can also customize our existing programs and courses to meet your goals and needs. As well as offering a range of open programs, we have a strong track record in customized program development.

A custom cooking, hiking, or fishing program in the Crowsnest Pass is a perfect opportunity for:

Corporate groups looking for the perfect incentive or team development experience

A family who enjoys traveling together

Student groups seeking experiential learning beyond the classroom

Groups and clubs who want a mountain adventure tailored to their specific interests (photography, birding, history, cooking, or fishing).

Country Encounters Custom Programs

Activities Nearby

We off a variety of services

The B & B
Our 4 room B & B can accommodate up to 10 people depending on group configurations all in a turn of the century commercial building

The Guest House
A completely self contained two bedroom house a few blocks from the B & B. Will sleep up to 6 and in combination with the B & B room can accommodate up to 16

The Events Room
A great location for classes and workshops as well as larger group meals.

Catering
At our venue or yours, we can supply full service catering for all your group needs.

Party Rentals
All the trimmings for the perfect function

Out & About

There is so much to see & do around the Crowsnest Pass I can only touch
on some of the many activities

Fishing ...fly fishing, spin casting, even ice fishing
Trail Riding and Horseback Riding
Photography
Birding/Wildlife Watching
Dig into our past(Cultural/Heritage)
Swimming
White water rafting
Kyaking
Canoeing
Golfing
Hiking
Camping
Geocaching
Spelunking (caving)
Downhill skiing
Sports/Endurance races
Mountain or Ice climbing
Or hit the Trails:Mountain biking, Quadding, Snowmobiling, , X-country skiing, Snowshoeing

Visit our Out and About page for links

Events room options

This year we are offering 6 Road Scholar programs, five fly fishing and one historical hiking tour

Fly fishing Alberta`s finest Rivers
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With a guide to participant ratio of 5:1 there is always an opportunity to get extra help or ask a question.

Hiking the historic Crowsnest Pass
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Learn about key developments that brought the area from its inception to the modern community of today.

Quilting

We host a number of retreats every year. Scrap booking, Quilting & many others

Need a weekend away? Come join us for a wonderful scrap booking retreat in beautiful Crowsnest Pass. Retreats begin on Friday at 3 p.m. and end on Sunday at 3 p.m. During this fabulous weekend you will be treated to 5 delicious meals catered by exceptional cooks. You will enjoy luxurious accommodations equipped with a wonderful hot tub. This is a weekend for YOU! It is a time to relax, be pampered and just unwind. You can scrapbook, quilt, knit, paint, or any craft you like all weekend; you can curl up with a book, watch a movie or even treat yourself to a spa treatment.(pre arranged)

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