Camping 23 & Whether screaming by Montreal in a high- speed jet boat or kayaking the glacial fjords of the Alaskan coastline, Trek knows exactly where the action is at. Canada and Alaska not only show-case abundant wildlife and awesome natural beauty, but they also offer all things adventurous in what many call " The Last Frontier". We take you deep into the untamed wilderness to experience first hand. the call of the wild. Though facilities can be " basic" at times, any lack of modern convenience becomes insignificant and simply acts to season your experience of wonder at the majestic beauty in awe- inspiring natural surroundings. But if you ain't into roughing it and camping just isn't your thing, we have introduced our new Canadian BLT, a budget lodging tour hitting all the highlights of the Canadian Rockies - just like any other TrekAmerica tour - but in a warm bed with a roof over your head! See page 49 to find out more. At nearly twice the size of the ` Lower 48 ´ states with only one tenth the population, Canada and Alaska claim vast tracks of land untouched by modern man and are still full of surprises. Come face to face with the local wildlife, strike a bonanza in the Alaskan goldfields or experience the thrill of raging rapids on the mighty Kicking Horse River. Any seasoned tour leader will tell you that a summer in Canada and Alaska is like the pot of gold at the end of their rainbow; where life is bigger, wilder and more extreme than anywhere else in North America. TrekAmerica and travelling in the North are really one in the same. Venturing off the beaten path and leaving the crowds far behind, sharing the thrill of new experience in a far and distant land. Follow in the intrepid footsteps of Jack London and countless old prospectors off to discover the hidden treasures of this unparalleled wilderness paradise. From the European- esque cities of the East, across vast prairies and snowcapped mountains to the pristine shores of the Pacific Northwest, and north to Alaska, the Last Frontier - the people who have settled this rugged land are as vibrant and lively as the bustling metropolis and wilderness they call home. Discover the colourful history, quirky culture and remote beauty that make ' The North' an adventure lover's paradise. On the right path. to adventure AlaskaAlaska Canadian Pioneer22 Mountie24 Canadian Parks West25 Alaskan Denali26 Alaskan Kenai 27 Alaska Wonder28 Klondike29 Canadian Road Trip30 Canadian Adventure43 Canadian BLT49 Contents Canada &

HighlightsTour details Camping ? 2- day overnight wilderness canoe trip ( experience not necessary) ? Sulphur Mountain hot springs ? Wildlife viewing ? Scenic walks and hikes ? Sightseeing in Vancouver & Seattle ? National and provincial parks - Yoho, Banff/ Lake Louise, Jasper and Wells Grey ? Professional tour leader, camping fees/ equipment & transportation Horseback riding . Canoeing. Scenic glacier flight . Mountain biking Guided glacier walk . Aerial tramway ride. Whitewater rafting . Capilano Suspension Bridge Optional Activities For further tour information go to: www. trekamerica. com/ mo Duration: 14 days When to go: May - September Accommodation: 13 nights camping En- route Hotels: None Camping Food Kitty: Budget $ 10 x 14 days Start/ Finish: Tour starts 07.30 and finishes approx 17.00 in the hotel lobby of our Seattle area hotel Tour may operate in either direction Departs Seattle Trek Code: MO STARTFINISHSTARTFINISH 20102010 MONTANA BRITISH COLUMBIA WASHINGTON ALBERTA S Seattle Vancouver Yoho NP Lake Louise Banff NP Jasper NP Wells Grey PP Cache Creek British Columbia Included HIgHLIgHTs Tour from£ 899Flights from£ 394* 14 24 23 May05 Jun 13 Jun26 Jun 20 Jun03 Jul 27 Jun10 Jul 04 Jul17 Jul 11 Jul24 Jul 18 Jul31 Jul 25 Jul07 Aug 01 Aug14 Aug 08 Aug21 Aug 15 Aug28 Aug 22 Aug04 Sep 29 Aug11 Sep 05 Sep18 Sep For full list of dates and prices please see pages 86- 88 * Flight prices subject to availability Flexible Itinerary Day 1 Seattle >> British Columbia- From Seattle, enter an up- and- down landscape of grey, snow-dusted mountains and dark conifers. At our first stop, beside a glinting lake, excitable chin wagging may last long past sundown by the flickering campfire. Day 2/ 3 Yoho National Park- Hike or negotiate the rapids of well- named Kicking Horse River. In any case, the tumbling cascades, glassy lakes, glinting peaks and glaciers are drop- dead gorgeous. Day 4/ 5 Banff National Park- Boot up, saddle up and breathe in the crisp alpine air where Nature's bonanza includes beavers, bears, porcupines and elk. Ride the tramway to Sulphur Mountain's peak and recharge your batteries in the heavenly hot springs. Day 6 Lake Louise- The imposing chateau looks on as mountains cluster round the turquoise surface. As for you, well, you could always hike out to the Plain-of- Six- Glaciers or inspect the scene by paddle power on an optional canoe trip. Day 7/ 8 Jasper National Park- The widescreen scenery keeps on coming. A breathtaking Icefields Parkway drive leads you to this sprawling expanse whose bike trails, helicopter flights and ice- walks are the envy of the Canadian Rockies. Day 9/ 10 Wells Grey Provincial Park- The stillness, silence and isolation go up another notch. Overnight on Clearwater Lake, nature surely never felt closer than on your included outback canoe trip. Day 11 Cache Creek- On the old Gold Rush trail, this town still packs a frontier punch. All around, prickly cacti, brush and tumbleweed add to this appeal. Day 12/ 13 Vancouver- Stride, rollerblade or pedal your way round Stanley Park, or relax and let the free shuttle take the strain. Walk the Capilano Suspension Bridge, 230 head- spinning feet above the river before checking out the city nightlife. Day 14 Seattle- Puget Sound gives you one final wilderness vision before returning to Seattle, home of the original Starbucks! C anada's Rockies line up a supreme vision of the wild. Hiking is top- drawer and mountain bikers will be on cloud nine. Add in the wildlife, horseback riding, whitewater rafting and an overnight canoe trip to the list and you won't find two more exhilarating weeks. MountieMountie Trek Tip: We also run the 14- day Canadian BLT ( budget lodging tour) on page 49 Dates & Prices