Snowshoe Ecotour

3 hours, 4 kilometers, woodlands & wildlife! 

Experience areas of the Wye Marsh that are otherwise not open to the general visiting public! After a brief lesson on the art of snowshoeing, you will head out in search of the many mysteries that animal tracks & signs present. Hungry chickadees that like to eat right out of your hand will follow you along the trail! Warm up by the fire for a snack break with hot chocolate and tea along the route.

No snowshoeing experience required, but please note that the trail conditions are considered moderate and at times 'off the beaten path'.  

  • $65 +hst per person, 3 person minimum and 6 person maximum.
  • EcoTours run daily. 
  • 3 hour trip - you pick the start time between 9:30am - 12:30pm.
  • EcoTours must be pre-booked 2 weeks in advance. 
  • Cancellations can be made with 48 hours notice.  Please call us at 705-526-7809 if you need to cancel or re-schedule your experience. 
  • Participants aged 12 +. Please leave your pets at home for this experience. 
  • To register please contact at MSoden@wyemarsh.com or 705-526-7809 ext. 221

Snowshoe Ecotour

Important Info:

  • Please ensure that you are here with plenty of time to check-in, get equipped & to have a look around (our visitor centre interpretive display hall). We recommend arriving between 15-30 minutes in advance.  
  • Dress in loose fitting layers – synthetics/wool are preferable, avoid cotton if possible. Winter boots should have a flat sole to accomodate snowshoes
  • We will provide a light snack at the half-way point.  Please let us know of any dietary restrictions so that we can be prepared with an alternative. 
  • Trails are open from 9:00am-4:00pm, and the Visitor Centre is open from 9:00am-5:00pm – you are welcome to arrive early and stay following your tour to explore our trails and interpretive centre on your own. 
  • Cancellations can be made with 48 hours notice.  Please call us at 705-526-7809 if you need to cancel or re-schedule your experience.