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Discounts are available on certain packages for groups and bookings of 10 or more persons. For group, tour, F.I.T. and travel agent inquiries please call our office toll free (Canada/U.S.) at 1-877-762-2767 or directly at 403-762-2767 for net rates or commission discounts. You may also email us at
To truly appreciate our backcountry treasure, all inclusive packages have a minimum 3 day stay. Shorter duration stays are possible on certain packages and at certain times of the year. Please check us with us for availability.
Making a Reservation
To make a reservation, please contact us by phone, fax, email, or mail and indicate the dates you wish to book. We will let you know if the space is available, and indicate what we require to confirm your reservation.
Confirmation of Reservation
For all inclusivepackages, we require a non-refundable deposit equivalent to one day per person to confirm the reservation. The balance must be paid in full 30 days prior to arrival. For bookings made within 30 days of arrival date, full payment is due at time of booking.
For daily getaways, full payment is required at time of booking. Coffee time can be paid upon visit.
Cancellation Policy
For all inclusivepackages, written notices of cancellations must be received in our office at least 30 days before your booked arrival date. Your deposit is then transferable to another booking within the 2008 season, provided space is available. If space is unavailable than the deposit is forfeited. Deposits are non-transferable to another person already with a confirmed booking. Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will not be transferable. All reservations cancelled within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to the one-day stay. Reservations cancelled within 15 days of arrival are subject to a cancellation charge equal to the entire amount of the stay or full package price. Our cancellation policy is non-negotiable, and for this reason we strongly recommend you purchase trip cancellation insurance.
For daily getaways, cancellations received within 7 days of booking are subject to a cancellation fee of 100%
Refunds for both all inclusive packages, and daily getaways, no refunds will be given once the booking has commenced.
Surcharges
5% G.S.T. (Goods and Services Tax) will be added to the total amount of your booking. Foreign visitors who have booked and fully paid for all inclusive packages at least 30 days prior are entitled to a 50% rebate of the G.S.T. paid.
For all inclusive packages a 4% Tourism Levy (formerly Alberta Hotel Tax) will be added to the accommodation portion of your booking only, and is equivalent to $3.00 per person per day.
Our prices are determined a year in advance. The Outpost is a seasonal backcountry operation, and is unfortuantely subject to fluctuating fuel and feed costs. We may apply a nominal fuel surcharge per booking, and will advise prior to final payment.
Payment
We accept cheques, bank drafts, and money orders made payable to Outpost at Warden Rock Ltd. in Canadian funds. Visa, MasterCard, American Express are accepted for individuals on all inclusive holidays or daily getaways.
Groups and tours paying net rates should pay deposits and final payments with company cheque or bank draft
Travel agents given commissionable rates should deduct their final commission from final payment and remit the balance with company cheque.
Indemnities
As we are in a remote, backcountry location, we strongly recommend that all guests purchase travel, health and trip cancellation insurance when booking their vacation. You should carry proper insurance in the event that you must cancel due to an accident or illness. We recommend that you carry insurance to cover hospital expenses and helicopter evacuation if necessary. The lodge has a satellite phone system with access to rescue and emergency services and the outside world.
Each guest will be required to sign a waiver prior to departure from the Big Horn Campground, releasing Outpost at Warden Rock Ltd. from all risks involved in participation and indemnifies Outpost at Warden Rock Ltd. against injury suffered by the guest.
For guests bringing in their own horse(s), we require proof that you have liability insurance covering you for horse-related activities:
For your safety we recommend both helmets and riding boots (i.e. narrow-heeled boots that will fit comfortably in the stirrups).
Substitution of Service
We reserve the right to substitute services or vary the itinerary e.g. in the case of extreme weather, and issues of safety in the back country are important to the continuing operation of The Outpost and full refunds may be Issued or deferred to alternate dates. In the event of our cancellation our liability will be limited to the purchase price only.
Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any claims, losses, damages, costs, expenses, delays or loss of enjoyment, of any kind whatsoever to persons from events beyond our reasonable control including but not limited to acts of God, wars, earthquakes, weather conditions or floods. We are not responsible for delays or cancellation due to poor access conditions, roads, or weather as well as restrictions on trail access.
Right to Refuse
We reserve the right upon reasonable grounds to refuse any persons any part the services offered i.e. in the case of potential injury to other person, or to livestock.
We have described the experience, services and packages at The Outpost as accurately as possible. By purchasing our packages all persons have deemed to have made all reasonable inquiries about the services offered.
Incidental Charges
If you would like to try fishing while staying with us, you must purchase licenses for both Banff National Park and Alberta Provincial Forestry Land, prior to your arrival.
Additional information with regards to rules, regulations and fees are available through Banff Tourist Information and Parks Canada Information Centers including Hot Pools and Campground Kiosks or by Clicking Here » (if this link doesn;t work please copy and paste the following address into your browser: http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/activ/activ5_E.asp ).
Most sporting goods stores in Alberta will have the provincial licenses for sale. Please ensure you bring your own fishing gear, as we have limited tackle on hand. For more information on provincial regulations in our zone ES2, please visit http://www.albertaoutdoorsmen.ca/fishingregs Rates for provincial fishing licenses range from $30.50 (inclusive of $8 WIN card) to $49.50 depending on nationality and age. Both Banff National Park and Provincial Fishing regulations require barbless hooks. Children are free.
Gratuities
Gratuities are customary and are a welcomed reflection of the quality of services rendered.
Other Important Information
We regret, no pets please.
Smoking is permitted outside only, and not in the vicinity of the barn and the hay!
We are not licensed to sell alcohol, but personal alcoholic beverages are permitted.
At time of booking, please advise us of any allergies or special meal requirements. We will endeavour to meet your needs.
Due to the nature of the activities and the unique backcountry location of The Outpost, persons must be at least 12 years of age to book any of our overnight packages. We welcome children on the daily getaways, at least 7 years of age.
We have horses for all levels of riders and riding experience, and we can find suitable saddle mounts for just about anyone (some restriction on age and weight may apply so please check with us in advance). As we return to The Outpost each afternoon (as opposed to having to travel and set up a new campsite each day in a different location), we have flexibility in the design of our trail riding excursions. We utilize gaited horses for experienced riders and supply the complete novice rider with a horse that will "look after them". To ensure the safety of both rider and horse, our guided trail rides will be adjusted according to level of experience, ability, weather, and likes and dislikes, with regards to terrain and length of excursion.
Making Travel Arrangements
If you are flying into Calgary or Edmonton International Airports, you should plan your trip so that you arrive a day before you are scheduled to be picked up by our stagecoach at the Big Horn Campground. Most guests rent or drive their own cars, vans, or motorhomes to our staging site. If you need to rent , most car rental agencies have offices and vehicles at both airports. Van transfers from our staging site to and from Calgary International Airport , can be arranged through us. Please note however, that due to our remote location, van transfers are generally more expensive than car rental as they operate from Banff, Canmore or Calgary, Information on helicopter transfer is also available. Please let us know if we can help with these arrangements.
Shuttle service is available from Calgary International Airport to Banff. Please visit www.brewster.ca , www.banffairporter.com or www.rockymountainskyshuttle.com .
Approximate Driving Times
Calgary to Big Horn via Hwy 2 north, 2.5 hrs
Edmonton to Big Horn via Hwy 2 south 4.5 hrs
Banff to Big Horn via Hwy 40 north, 2.5 hrs
Banff to Big Horn via Hwy 22 north, 3 hrs
The times above may vary due to weather, road and traffic conditions. The Coal Camp Road to the Mountain Aire Lodge, and the Forestry Trunk Road to the Mountain Aire Lodge and the Big Horn Campground are gravel roads for most of the way. Please arrive at the Big Horn Campground ON TIME. Due to our remote backcountry location, we allow for only one stagecoach departure from the Big Horn to The Outpost daily. We are not responsible for missed connections at the Big Horn, and we will charge a transport fee if additional pick up arrangements need to be arranged. There is no phone coverage in the Big Horn or on any of the gravel roads in. The last fuel stops are in Sundre and Canmore (15 miles east of Banff).
If you are travelling by car or van, free parking is available at our staging site at the Big Horn Campground for the duration of your stay. We are tucked in behind the washrooms just past the one way road sign as you drive into the campground. Look for the wagons and stagecoach! We haven’t lost anyone yet!
Banff is our home in the off season and our office location year round. If you are interested in combining a visit to The Outpost with a holiday in Banff National Park, The Calgary Stampede or Sundre's beautiful West Country, we are happy to provide information on how you may book accommodations (hotels, campgrounds, bed & breakfasts) and local activities and sightseeing opportunities.
For hotel bookings in banff please contact Banff Accommodations and Reservations at 1 877 226 3348 or www.banffinfo.com . You can also click here for a list of our favourite hotels and Bed and Breakfast stays in Banff and Sundre.
For local activities, sightseeing and fun things to do please contact Banff Lake louise Tourism at www.banfflakelouise.com and go to Banff.com at www.banff.com as well. If you are wishing to camp in Banff (Tent or RV) you may camp on Tunnel Mountain 5 minutes from downtown Banff (all year) or at Two Jack lake 15 minutes outside the Banff townsite. Please visit Parks Canada website at www.pccamping.ca for information and fees or call 1 888 773 8888. All sites in Banff National Park are on a first some first serve basis and no reservations are permitted. If you are looking for Hotel and camping opportunities closer to our staging site we recommend you visit www.sundrechamber.com for accommodation in the Sundre area or www.mountainair.ca for provincial recreation areas and campgrounds enroute to the Big Horn campground.
Why not combine a holiday with us and the largest outdoor rodeo in the world. Please visit, www.calgarystampede.com and www.creativewestern.com for further info.