Corporate retreats are either the work vacation we look forward to or the excursion we see as mandatory team bonding. Regular, cheesy games don’t do justice to the bonds teams have forged together. Planning a corporate retreat in Kananaskis inspires authenticity in networking and provides a beautiful backdrop in the mountains to relax and enjoy a real day off. 

In Kananaskis, there is something for everyone to love. Even just leaving the hustle of the city will be appreciated. And since you are thinking about a location that is anything but boring, you have to ensure the activities you plan in Kananaskis are as epic as possible! 

We don’t mean a riverside picnic, but a Coal Mine Hike and Beer, a Woof and Hoof Tour, a group spa day at the Kananaskis Nordic Spa, the Kananaskis Amazing Race or if you are really itching for a more corporate vibe in the mountains; a retreat at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge. These are our top five ideas for corporate retreats in Kananaskis that AREN’T boring.

1. Coal Mine Hike & Beer

Instead of telling your favorite ghost stories, visit Kananaskis’ ghost town Kovach! Closed in 1952, there is a three km hiking trail that leads to an old coal mine site. With Kananskis Outfitters, mystery and history will connect among the pine trees to add suspense to a fun 5km roundtrip hike through Kovach. Abandoned due to “the growing demand for diesel,” your team will spot the remaining infrastructure from a town of 200.  

After the hike, your group will relax with a cool pint of Ghost Town Ale as you bond in the great outdoors. Even if your team has some avid Kananaskis hikers, chances are the team hasn’t heard about this hike. You do not need to invest a whole week’s worth of planning to choose a retreat that builds on genuine relationships. In fact, the most fun happens to be spontaneous! So book your group tour with Kananaskis Outfitters now. 

2. Woof and Hoof Tour with Boundary Ranch

In the corporate spirit that the coming Calgary Stampede brings, share a Woof and Hoof Tour at Boundary Ranch with your fellow coworkers. This five hours of fun starts at 8:30 a.m. with an interactive Adventure Dog Cart Tour – since there’s nothing that brings people together like cute but especially intelligent dogs! Your team will have time to meet the huskies, learn about dog carting, care for them and then zoom through the thick forest near Boundary Ranch. 

Stopping at the buffalo paddock and at the entry to the Guinn Family Wildlife Wonders Museum, you will have the opportunity to do a bit more wildlife viewing. 

That was only the first 90 minutes of your Kananaskis corporate retreat! Certainly on this Woof and Hoof Tour, ‘boring’ will never come to mind. The plentiful sights of Kananaskis will continue to wow as you return to Boundary Ranch to saddle up for their Valley Vista Trail Ride. 

For the next hour and a half, the steady cadence of horseback riding will take you through aspen groves, ponds, and views of Mount Kidd. 

If your team did not feel like hiking in Kananaskis, the huskies and horses will do all the work for you as you take in the sights with your team. Afterwards, enjoy a BBQ burger lunch of a BBQ beef burger, caesar salad, baked beans, brownies and ice cream. How many teams can you say have gone horseback riding AND dog sledding all in the same corporate retreat? None! And the Boundary Ranch Woof and Tour is only one reservation away from becoming the most epic Kananaskis retreat you will experience.

3. Spa Day at the Kananaskis Nordic Spa

Work can be stressful, instead of yoga or pilates, book a Group Spa Day in the heart of the Canadian Rockies! Access world-class hydrotherapy or massage treatments at the Kananaskis Nordic Spa. Boost team morale by soaking in the reflection pool, gathering pool, cold plunge pool, steam cabins and a sauna.

Fun comes in a variety of forms. Sometimes taking the day off to nurture your mind, as well as your body, will make the rest of your Kananskis trip that much more enjoyable. Hydrotherapy has a plethora of health benefits dating back as far as 4500 BC that include improved immunity and treating muscle soreness. Ready to retreat – we mean relax? Book your group spa day today! 

4. The Kananaskis Amazing Race

With a corporate retreat in Kananaskis, you have the opportunity to improve communication, leadership and build employee relationships outside of the office AND city environment! This provides for a much more laid-back environment that lets all the team’s personalities shine. 

You do not have to admit it, but all corporate retreats have a special love for games because they could never be boring! Now imagine a game day out in Kananaskis, specifically, the Kananaskis Amazing Race! 

Exploring Kananaskis Village, your team will scout for clues and navigate through a variety of challenges reminiscent of the TV series. This corporate adventure balances work-related growth with an outdoor reset.

5. Retreat to the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge

You do not have to go all outdoor, rustic theme in Kananaskis! An affordable, luxury corporate Kananaskis retreat can be held at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge. The proximity of the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge to the foot of the Canadian Rockies proves that you are anywhere but the office! 

With 21 rooms and full-service catering, your corporate retreat at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is customizable to all the events you have planned for your team. Stay for a few days or drive out for an evening dinner in the mountains. No matter what you plan, with the forest as your backdrop, it could never be boring! 

With endless trails, stunning views, and plenty of space to relax and be yourself away from the daily grind; Kananaskis is the perfect place for a corporate retreat. With the right balance between activities, accessibility, views and relaxation, a Kananaskis corporate retreat is your ticket to a unique, memorable experience.