Front Ranges was started with the goal of helping more people explore the beauty that exists within our own backyard.
We offer custom trail running and hiking adventures in the Canadian Rockies including Canmore, Kananaskis, and Banff, as well as skills clinics and courses to equip individuals with the necessary tools for planning their own safe, inspiring, and unforgettable trips.
Our focus is on highly customized trips rather than cookie-cutter adventures because we know that everyone is looking for something a little bit different. All of our trips are designed with your goals, needs and interests in mind. We take up to date trail conditions into consideration to make sure that you have the best experience possible during your time in the Canadian Rockies.
Hi, I’m Adam!
In Spring 2017, I drove from Vancouver to Canmore with everything I owned packed into my van. The plan was to stay for a summer job while I figured out what came next. What I found instead was a seemingly endless landscape of valleys, peaks, and ridges, where my growing passion for hiking, trail running, skiing, and climbing quickly became my way into that world. The Rockies opened the door to a lifetime of possibilities and I’ve been here ever since.
Over the years, I’ve competed in trail races across Canada and set a handful of Fastest Known Times. While I love challenging myself through competition, I always come back to the limitless terrain of the Front Ranges. I find the most joy in dreaming up new alpine traverses close to home and helping others push past their own barriers through shared mountain experiences. This led to the founding of Front Ranges Guiding.
Challenge looks different for everyone. It might mean stepping off of the paved path for the first time or finding the confidence to join a group run without fear of judgement. It could be staying motivated when temperatures plunge into the negative double digits during our long winters or simply carving out time to plan a hike with friends. Whatever your challenge is, I’d be honoured to be a part of your next adventure.
The Front Ranges are the kind of place where the potential continues to expand with every summit you reach. You only experience the Rockies for the first time once. Let us show you why we keep coming back season after season, year after year.
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What our guests are saying
Adam is great! Super knowledgeable and has clear communication. He creates space for all members of his groups to share their own experiences and very clearly cares about everyone.
— JosieAttended downhill and uphill technique session hosted by Adam and Emma and wow I learnt a lot. I've applied the wisdom shared to subsequent runs and it has helped with being a more efficient and confident runner. The session was welcoming, fun, and non judgemental. Choice of trail was appropriate for the lesson and group. I can't wait for next sesh.
— PeterAmazing trail running guide!! Friendly, knowledgeable, and inspiring. Adam guided me to Pigeon Peak which remains one of the most beautiful views I have ever seen. I was looking for a guide who knew how to handle a bear, and as luck had it - we ran right next to one! Nothing happened, but I felt confident and comfortable knowing that Adam had the right training and experience if needed!! A lovely run!
— Helene