1. join another group of likeminded people,
   
   
2. try out additional low-impact activities for a memorable vacation experience in the region,
   
   
3. combine their trip to the Bighorn Country with some stays or activities in other regions of Alberta,
   
   
4. use other environmentally responsible tourism operators.

• A stay at a working ranch in Alberta's Parklands. The Lazy M Ranch offers horseback riding and fishing at their ranch as well as backcountry trail rides in the foothills area. Summer to Fall.
  
  
• River trips on the North Saskatchewan River of variable length are organised by Voyageur Ventures. Navigate this heritage river the way the early explorers did in a sturdy voyageur canoe. Sister company Klondike Ventures offers ski-joering and dog-sledding expeditions in winter.
  
  
• Learn about the traditional way of life of the native North Americans and our natural heritage by joining a tour or programme offered by Mahikan Trails. There are summer and winter programmes available as well as a choice of different activities / learning experiences.
  
  
• Travel along the foothills and explore different habitats on foot and by (regular) canoe on one of the various packaged or custom-made trips (1 - 14 days) offered by Wandering Waters. Winter Wilderness tours are also available. (see Aurum Lodge's vacation package B1).
  
  
• Explore a different area of the foothills and front ranges from the comfort of Rocky Mountain Escape's log cabins outside Jasper National Park. Various nature interpretative programmes offered year round.
  
  
• Combine your winter stay at Aurum Lodge with a dog-sledding trip under the guidance of Husky Wilderness Adventures (phone 403-721-2121, email them). They also provide wilderness survival and rescue training.
  
  
• Learn and enjoy some of the many activities this area has to offer. The Centre for Outdoor Education will provide guiding and training in a variety of activities such as mountaineering, climbing, caving, ice-climbing, wilderness skills and more.
  
  
• From May to September, guided glacier walks on the Athabasca Glacier have proven to be another favourite activity among our guests.
  
  
• Looking for some nature interpretation on guided hikes in the Banff National Park? Summer or winter, Great Divide Nature Interpretation is at your disposal.
  
  
• World class fly-fishing in the Foothills? Tailwater Drifters will take you on yet another unforgettable vacation experience.

For detailed programmes, dates, rates and other information, please contact the above providers directly.

Please note that Aurum Lodge is working with these operators, but is in no way involved with any of these companies. We recommend them, based on our own use and/or positive guest feedback received, however, we take no responsibility for any inconvenience, injury or losses – financial or otherwise – incurred by any parties as a result of these introductions.