into the mix and just minutes from downtown, you have some serious opportunities for summertime play. Check out all the ways you can enjoy the open-airin Canmore on the Canmore Kananaskis Outdoor Experiences page. Make Doing It an Art Form What is "it"? Summertime fun, of course! And Canmore is home to tons of it! In Canmore, you'll discover an astonishing range of artists and craftspeople working in media ranging from copper, fabric and timber to watercolours, video and photography. Local galleries showcase works year-round -- and you'll also usually find a display at the Canmore Artists and Artisans Guild gallery that shares a building with the local library. Looking to do some shopping? Browse Canmore's many shops and take home the perfect pair of boots or a unique find for that special someone. Do It in the Backcountry for a Real Adventure In Canmore and surrounding K-Country, you can go on the adventure of a lifetime or simply the adventure of your week. Embark on an afternoon canoe trip with a picnic lunch or an overnight backpacking adventure with an experienced guide and cuddle up in your sleeping bag with your sweetie. Want to see the mountains from above? Why not take a helicopter tour of the region. From the sky, you'll see the Rockies from a whole new perspective -- acrophobics beware. If you're feeling a little more adventurous, opt for mountaineering, caving or white water rafting. Wherever you want to do it, you can choose your own