Take learning beyond the classroom.
Tailored outdoor education, mountain safety, climbing and team-building experiences for schools and youth groups across Squamish, Whistler and Cypress.
OUR MOST POPULAR SCHOOL EXPERIENCES
Start with an idea, then shape it around your students, goals, budget and preferred location.
CERTIFIED, INSURED, AND RISK-MANAGED: Every MSAA guide holds IFMGA and/or ACMG certification, the highest guiding credentials in the world, and every program runs under our formal risk management plan and liability insurance.
CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKED GUIDES: Every MSAA guide undergoes a thorough criminal record check before working with your students. That’s a standard we hold ourselves to, not just one we meet when asked.
CHILD PROTECTION TRAINED: All MSAA guides are trained on our Child Protection Policy, so teachers, group leaders, and parents can trust that every student is looked after with the same care and vigilance, no matter the activity.
LOW GUIDE-TO-STUDENT RATIOS: We staff every program with enough guides to keep groups small and genuinely supervised, not just supplemented with a single leader watching a crowd.
REAL LEARNING, NOT JUST A DAY OUT: Our guides weave in interpretation on local ecology, geology, and mountain safety throughout the day, so your trip delivers genuine educational value alongside the adventure.
SEAMLESS GROUP LOGISTICS: From permits and waivers to invoicing and purchase orders, we handle the paperwork that makes booking a school or youth group trip easy — so your planning time goes into the students, not the admin.
PLANNING A SCHOOL TRIP?
We’ve answered some of the most common questions below.
If there’s anything else you’d like to know, our team is always happy to help.
What ages are your school adventures suitable for?
Our experiences can be tailored to a wide range of ages and abilities. Some activities, such as Via Ferrata, have minimum age requirements, while our guided hikes and outdoor education programs can be adapted for younger students.
Do teachers need to accompany students?
Yes, we ask schools to provide appropriate teacher or chaperone supervision throughout the experience. Our professional guides lead the activities and manage technical safety, while school staff support student supervision.Yes, we ask schools to provide appropriate teacher or chaperone supervision throughout the experience. Our professional guides lead the activities and manage technical safety, while school staff support student supervision.
How many students can participate?
We can accommodate both small classes and larger school groups. Guide-to-student ratios are determined by the activity, age group and supervision requirements. For larger groups, we can arrange smaller activity groups to ensure everyone gets the most out of the experience.
What's included in the package price?
Our packages include professional guiding and the activities outlined in your itinerary. Depending on the package, equipment and additional experiences may also be included. Transportation, meals and third-party admission fees will be clearly outlined in your quote.
Can you arrange transportation from Vancouver?
Absolutely! We can organize return transportation from Vancouver and surrounding areas, making it easier for teachers to plan the day. Transportation can be included in your custom quote.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Safety always comes first! We monitor weather and mountain conditions closely. If conditions aren’t suitable for your planned activity, we’ll discuss alternative options or rescheduling, subject to our booking terms.
Are your guides qualified to work with children?
Yes! Our programs are led by qualified outdoor professionals, including ACMG/IFMGA-certified guides. All MSAA guides undergo criminal record checks and receive training on our Child Protection Policy. We also follow established risk management procedures and maintain appropriate guide-to- student ratios.
Can we create our own school adventure?
Definitely! Our Build Your Own package allows you to combine activities such as guided hiking, Via Ferrata, rock climbing, wilderness survival and navigation. Whether you’re planning a team-building day, educational field trip or multi- day adventure, we’ll work with you to create the right experience.
Can the experiences be tailored to our curriculum?
Of course! We can incorporate educational elements such as geography, geology, ecology, navigation and outdoor safety into your experience. Let us know your learning objectives, and we’ll help design a day that brings classroom learning into the outdoors.
How do we book a school trip?
Simply complete our school group enquiry form with your preferred dates, group size, student ages and activities of interest. Our team will be in touch to discuss your options and put together a tailored proposal.