A Mixture of Adventure and Culture
Experience a true British Columbia outdoor adventure!!
 outofthebox outofthebox adventures is proud to offer a chance to ride natural trails in the heart of British Columbia. Located on the sandy shores of Little Shuswap Lake, just a short 45 minute drive from Kamloops. Kamloops is a 30 minute flight from Vancouver, B.C. and 45 minute flight from Calgary Alberta. Check out our links page for flight times and the availability of direct flights from Seattle, Washington. Our riding will consist of trails suitable for all levels of riders, with an original setting being the theme. Whether you are a hard core rider looking to test your skills, or a beginner looking for a place to go and enjoy the sport for the first time, outofthebox adventures will accommodate you. For those not interested in riding but still want to see this beautiful wilderness area, we can simple drive the entire route.
For the first timers, we offer you instruction from National Coaching Certified Level 1 coach, Chuck Brennan. Chuck has been riding mountain bikes for 20 some years and competed for the last 5 years. His experience and care will make even the most tentative rider feel comfortable and allow you to truly embrace the sport that is so much a passion of Chuck's life.
 For the hard core enthusiast, Chuck can take you to a riding level that you only thought possible in your dreams. With free-ride and cross country trails available, you can decide what you want to do each day. Our trails are built with safety and challenge.
outofthebox adventures has formed a working partnership with the Little Shuswap Indian Band to offer an area that will be ours to use exclusively. We have taken great care to plan and construct our private riding area. With the environment in mind, we have created trails that not only show case the natural beauty of the area, but also protect the environment from damage so this facility will remain in its natural state. You will never ride a more enjoyable, thought out area again!
 The authentic Quaaout Lodge Resort will supply our accommodations. Located on the shores of Little Shuswap Lake, the Quaaout offers all the amenities of a modern hotel, with the styling that reflects the culture of the Little Shuswap people. A menu that reflects western and traditional cuisine, will add to this unique outdoor experience. Members of the Little Shuswap Indian Band will be a part of our daily rides. Their knowledge of the history and lay of the land will offer an insight that will make this more than just a 'bike ride'. It's a cultural adventure!
Other activities that are available during your stay:
- golfing 10 minutes away
- fish for infamous Rainbow Trout (which the Quaaout Chef can grill for dinner!)
- alternative accommodations available in the Quaaout Teepee!
 Weddings! Weddings! Weddings!
All the details - from the Marriage Commissioner, the picturesque location, the flowers, the music, the crystal, and of course a first class banquet - let us take care of you. We have some great ideas that offer a twist to the traditional and enhance the experience…Weddings on a sandy beach? Weddings on the water? Let us impress you!!
Our detailed package includes:
 - accommodations for 6 nights/7 days
- all meals (gratuities included)
- 1 day of whitewater rafting on the Adams River
- 1 day of horseback riding in the beautiful Little Shuswap Lake area
- 2 days of mountain biking in the beautiful, serene 4,400 acres surrounding the Quaaout Lodge
- 1 day of sight-seeing around the beautiful Shuswap Lake area on bikes. How about trying it on a tandem bike for a change of pace? Trust a total stranger to steer you through this fun filled day!! Or better yet.. You Drive !!
- 1 or 2 days of boating activities - water skiing, wake boarding, or just a dip in the freshwater - it's your choice
- transportation to all activities, as well as to and from the airport in Kamloops, B.C.
- guides to accompany you during all activities
- a site-seeing tour of the area by helicopter
All above activities are provided with the cost of the package but do not have to be taken. If you feel that you would rather enjoy the beach or a cultural experience, we can make arrangements for that, with enough notice.
We supply tandem bikes and mountain bikes. (Note: the mountain bikes we provide are for beginners. If you are looking to do advanced riding, we suggest that you bring your own bike or have us arrange a rental bike suitable for the demands of advanced riding.) We strongly recommend helmets and can arrange rental for one if you don't have one.
Our prices:
- double occupancy: $2,675
- single occupancy is available at an extra charge of $475
Prices are in Canadian currency and subject to 7% GST
All packages start on a Monday, and finish the following Monday. Dates are available starting May, 30/ 2005 - August, 29/2005 and are subject to availability.
These are the first dates that will be offered. If you have a particular time frame to work with, we will certainly do our best to accommodate you. We will be offering a late summer grouping that will be announced in the near future.
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