Celebrating Earth Month and Our Green Initiatives at Basecamp Resorts

As a hospitality company rooted in Canada’s most stunning landscapes, we're deeply committed to sustainability and we understand the importance of preserving our environment. That's why we've implemented several green initiatives in our daily business practices.

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Our Green Initiatives

To name a few things, we're actively reducing food waste through composting and eliminating single-use plastics by providing filtered water stations and refillable soap dispensers with locally sourced products. Additionally, we promote environmentally friendly housekeeping practices by cleaning rooms after check-out or as needed, rather than daily.

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These measures, along with our participation in BUILT GREEN®, reflect our dedication to creating a more sustainable future for our guests and communities.

One Tree Partnership

As part of our green initiatives, in May 2023, we launched a partnership with OneTreePlanted to donate a percentage of each guest's reservation towards reforestation. For every dollar donated, one tree is planted in areas of Western Canada affected by wildfires. Our mission is ambitious: to plant 250,000 trees in Alberta and British Columbia. To date, we've successfully planted over 35,000 trees through various tree-planting programs in both provinces.

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Check our current Reforestation Projects here.

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We're proud to partner with OneTreePlanted, a non-profit organization dedicated to global reforestation.. Together, we're making a meaningful impact on the environments that we know and love, one tree at a time.

Join Us for a Community Cleanup Event in Canmore!

Multiple local businesses are rallying behind Rotary Club's Earth Day initiative by taking to the streets of Canmore to tackle litter. We invite you to join us in lending a hand at two cleanup locations on April 22nd. Following the cleanup efforts, all volunteers will be welcomed to Rhythm and Howl for a reception featuring snacks and refreshments, prepared by Chef Jason.

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• Date and Time:
  • Date: April 22nd, 2024
  • Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
• Location:
  • Meeting Point: Our main office in Canmore
  • Cleanup Route 1:  Both sides of Bow Valley Trail, starting from A&W and extending down to Northwinds Hotel.
  • Cleanup Route 2: On the bike/walking path behind Elevation Place and Boston Pizza.

Other Things That You Can Get Involved In

Virtual Planet Cleanup

Date: April 1 - April 30, 2024

Kids Who Explore urges individuals from all regions to join in local community cleanup events. Check your local Kids Who Explore Facebook page to find out if an Explorer Family has organized a cleanup event in your area.

For more information about this event, visit the Kids Who Explore webpage.

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Rotary Club Community Clean Up - Canmore, Alberta

Date & Time: April 21, 2024 at 9:00 am

Location: Canmore Golf and Curling Club, 2000 - 8 Avenue

The cleanup will kick off promptly at 9:30 AM. To ensure that the Rotary Club can adequately prepare, please RSVP prior to the event date. They will provide participants with gloves, bags, and garbage pickers. Following the cleanup, there will be an event at Arts Place starting around 11:30 AM. 

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Community Clean Up - Banff, Alberta

Date & Time: April 20, 2024 at 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Location: Banff Recreation Grounds

Join the Town of Banff and Parks Canada this Earth Day, April 20, for a community cleanup from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. We’ll give you everything you need for the cleanup and assign you an area. After the cleanup, stick around for a community BBQ, toy exchange and storytime with the Banff Public Library. Household compost bins will also be available. Register yourself, your family or as a group. All ages welcome.

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Wildsight Community Clean Up - Golden, British Columbia

Date & Time: April 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm

Location: Reflection Lake

The cleanup will commence at 5 PM, with plastic bags provided for participants. Gloves are encouraged to be brought along (a limited number of pairs are available to borrow). At 6 PM, there will be a potluck dinner, attendees are kindly requested to bring their signature potluck dish, as well as their own plate, cutlery, and mug. Bringing chairs is also recommended. 

More info here: Earth Day Community Clean-Up in Golden

Future Sustainability Goals

As we continue our journey in the heart of Canada’s iconic mountain towns, our commitment to sustainability remains steadfast. Looking ahead, we envision a future where our efforts to minimize environmental impact and foster community resilience only grow stronger. Through ongoing innovation and collaboration, we aspire to set new standards in sustainable hospitality, ensuring that the majestic landscapes we call home thrive for generations to come. Together, we embark on this path toward a more sustainable future, mindful of the profound responsibility we bear as stewards of these cherished environments.

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