Mountain Safety

80cm of snow in the last 48 hours with lots more in the  forecast! Please have winter tires, M&S in good condition, or take the shuttle. Vehicles with all-season tires will be turned around.

Schools

Outdoor Education & Snowshoe Tours

Mt Seymour offers a variety of trails exclusively for snowshoeing, providing a place of beauty and solitude. Enjoy the scenic lakes, old-growth forests, and undulating trails with an experienced guide.

Can’t wait for the snow to fly? Neither can we. Did you know our programs are designed for every season? Whether you're learning outdoor survival skills, have specific curriculum goals, or engaging in friendly competitions, we offer enriching outdoor education experiences all year round.

Kids snowshoeing in the woods

Thank you for your interest! 
While we’re not accepting new bookings now, we look forward to possibly working with you in the future. 
Please check back with us later.

Guided snowshoe tours are available on school days in January through April.

  • All students must be studying the BC curriculum
  • Kindergarten through grade 12
  • Minimum of 20 students required
  • Tours start at 10am and 1pm (Arrive at least 30 minutes before)

 

Combine a snowshoe tour with tubing or tobogganing for a full day of fun! Click here.

Pricing

2-Hour Tour (Winter Discovery, Nature Games or Snowshoe Showdown) $27.50
3-Hour Tour (Winter Survival Challenge) $33

Per student. All prices include tax. Snowshoe rental is included. There are no discounts on school products for season pass holders. 

 

TOUR DESCRIPTIONS 

Winter Discovery 

K-12

Our most popular program! A great introduction to winter ecology. Have you ever wondered how trees and animals survive under a blanket of snow? Discover the amazing adaptations that allow them to do so while learning the basics of winter safety. The interactive program includes hands-on learning and games that can be adapted to various ages. 

Curriculum Links: Science K-9, PHE K-9, PE 10-12, Career Education 1-7, English Language Arts 1-7

 

Nature Games

K-5

Be prepared to have fun! Participate in nature-focused games on snowshoes while learning some of the incredible characteristics of a winter ecosystem.  Just as younger animals play games to practice skills needed to survive in the mountain environment, we too can learn mountain life skills through play.

Curriculum Links: Science K-5, PHE K-9, Career Education 4-9, English Language Arts K-5

 

Snowshoe Showdown

Grades 5-12

Expect to exert a lot of energy!  This interactive team-building program leads groups through fun, fast-paced tasks and challenges. Games will have students running or moving quickly in the snow. Participants will engage in friendly competition against each other while building team spirit and having tons of fun.  

Curriculum Links: Science 7-11, Career Education 7-12, English Language Arts 7, Applied Skills 11, PHE 5-9, PE 10-12

 

Winter Survival Challenge

Grades 5-12

Our most exciting program! Learn essential winter safety and survival skills in this hands-on program.  Working in teams, problem-solve your way through a survival scenario using only the supplies provided in your survival pack. Shelter-building, melting snow, orienteering, fire-building and other skill-testing activities are dependent on weather conditions. 

Curriculum Links: PHE 5-9, PE 10-12, Career Education 7-12 

 

Incentives

One free chaperone for every 10 students.  Primary classes receive one free chaperone for every 5 students. No additional adults are allowed on the tour. Each chaperone receives a snowshoe trail and rental pass to use on another day in the same season.

Contact Us

Please note we are not accepting new bookings at this time. Our email address is schools@mtseymour.ca. Response times may be longer than usual.