Hostels

SHUNDA CREEK
Phone: 721-2140
Fax: 721-2140
Internet: receive hostel information at www.hostelingintl.ca
e-mail: shunda @telusplanet.net
Address: General Delivery, Nordegg AB, T0M 1T0
Location: West of Nordegg, 3km north of Hwy 11 on the Shunda Creek Recreation Area Road
Rates: Members: $17 Regular: $22 Group discounts available
Amenities: Accommodations for 48 people, divided into rooms of 4 to 5 beds, fully equipped self-service kitchen, large dining area and common area, area with wood burning fireplace, indoor plumbing and hot showers, laundry facilities, basic food supplies, meeting and activity facilities, outdoor barbecue and campfire area, steamy outdoor hot tub, volleyball, horseshoes, ice wall, ongoing events.
Reservations: By phone, fax or mail
Hours: 9am – 11am, 5pm – 11pm
Local attractions: Hiking, cycling and horseback riding, caving, climbing and canoeing, snow shoeing, ice climbing, cross country skiing, helicopter rides, fishing, hunting

CAMP CAROLINE
Contact: Lane Elliot, Bookings Manager
Phone: 722-3939
Fax: 722-3980
Website: www.campcaroline.ab.ca
Address: Box 250, Caroline Alberta, T0M 1T0
Location: Just south of Caroline, call for directions
Accommodations: 2 lodges, Creek Side is dormitory style and sleeps 128 (4 bunks to a room), Aspen Ridge Lodge has 26 rooms complete with queen sized bed and individual bathroom and accommodates 100 people.
Meals: Meals are included in rates. Includes snacks and coffee breaks. Meals are served buffet style. Canteen also available including chocolates bars, pop, and assorted candy.
Particulars: Outdoor Sports: Volleyball, softball, football and soccer areas, surrounding hiking trails become ski paths in winter, horseback rides and hayrides arranges at a reasonable fee. Indoors: Heated swimming pools, hot tub, three fireplaces, board games, audiovisual stations with movies and slides.
Notes: Camp Caroline is run by the Alberta Baptist Association (non-profit). Caters to conferences, seminars, school bands, outdoor education, family reunions, church retreats and more. 320-acre facility.

CENTRE FOR OUTDOOR EDUCATION
Phone: 721-2208 or 1-800-474-8632
Website: www.seealberta.com/coe
Address: General delivery, Nordegg AB, T0M2H0
Location: 10km W of Nordegg in the Sheiling Mountain Lodge.
Amenities: Newly built 4,000 sq. ft. cedar bungalow accommodates up to 30 persons in dormitory style rooms. Two large washrooms with showers and lots of hot water. Meals are family style at specified times. Hot tub on site.
Services: Offers year round outdoor education programs including rock climbing & rappelling, mountaineering, caving, kayaking, skiing, ice climbing, wilderness safety and a character development program
Notes: Lodge and services available for individuals as well as groups.
Mission Statement: It is the centers aim to provide the best source of leadership and instruction in outdoor skills that protect both the user and the environment.