Snowshoeing
Under the Stars
2-Day Getaway |
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Upon arrival at the Green House Retreat Centre on Friday
guests are greeted by our staff and encouraged to warm
themselves by the fire as they unpack and settle in.
A tempting selection of local wine and beer and tasty
appetizers are nearby in the dining area. Guests may
relax by the fire, soak in the hot tub, or unwind in
the sauna while waiting for everyone to arrive.
Whatever
your pleasure you'll easily begin to feel at home in
the comfortable turn of the century style retreat.
After a leisurely dinner, we'll get together for a slide
show and fireside orientation. |
Mornings come to life at breakfast. Cradle a warm cup
of coffee or tea and
choose from a variety of breakfast options to get you
started. Today is our
first chance to get out on the trails, and there's a
wide variety to choose from.
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The
small number of guests ensures lots of
personal attention and room for privacy |
We might find ourselves meandering along beside a stream
with huge cedars hanging overhead or up in the alpine
trails surrounded by snow ghosts and shimmering crystals.
We'll bring snowshoes and snowskates for an invigorating
morning.
Welcome to the great outdoors. Snowshoes allow us to
go to some amazing places. Whether you are out front
blazing trail or walking a packed one, you'll soon find
yourself caught up in the beauty that surrounds you.
Our trained guides will talk about the natural rhythms
of the seasons and the local history and ecology of
the area. Discovering animal tracks, along with bird
and tree identification are popular activities.
Snowballs and Snow Angels often appear on this frosty
frolicking adventure.
There's something about the cold fresh air in winter
that makes a pot of soup taste sensational. You'll be
welcomed back by the smell of fresh bread, hearty soup
and a lunch buffet. |
After
lunch the rest of the afternoon is for rest and relaxation.
You may read, play games, write in your journal, or
take a walk around the peaceful surroundings of the
Green House grounds.
The afternoon is yours before we regroup in the late
afternoon. Then it's time for hors d'oeurves and light
snack before the invigorating evening snowshoe adventure.
The forest in the higher elevations reveals an architecture
of both bare and snow laden branches against a brilliant
star studded sky. We'll point out the dominant evening
stars, constellations, and planets as we move out from
the tree lined trails and into the open sky spaces.
A thermos of steaming hot chocolate will be a welcome
treat before heading back for the dinner that awaits
us.
If
ever a no-holes-barred meal was needed, now is the time.
Tonight's meal is our guests opportunity to sample what
the Green House chef does best.
After coffee and dessert, evenings by the fire in the
studio may be filled with songs and stories and the
hot tub and sauna are always available. Some guests
may want to linger and socialize into the wee hours
while others may choose to retire early, a decanter
of Port and tray of dried fruit and aged local cheeses
awaits all.
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finest ingredients come from our on site organic
garden. Meals are designed for both health
and pleasure. |
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Price
per person: $595 Canadian dollars (+ Tax)
Dates:
January 31-February 2
February 28-March 2
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These
trips can be booked by calling WildWays in Christina
Lake:
250.447.6561
or
1.888.WildWay |
