High-flying adventure on the two most popular features of the High Ropes Challenge Course – the zip line and giant swing. Weather dependent.
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Newcomers and archers alike are welcome at one of these semi-private sessions. Join our USA Archery instructors at our outdoor or indoor ranges for strategies of aiming and releasing.
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This is outdoor archery for beginners. You’ll learn the 10 basic steps of shooting an arrow.
Climb our rock wall for a rewarding workout! Fantastic – and fun – for beginners to intermediate climbers. Weather dependent.
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Individual and group lessons are available for beginning through intermediate skiers, conditions permitting.
Our guides will take you to Notchview Nordic Center or Canterbury Farm Nordic Center to ski on 22K of groomed trails with various terrain. Not for the beginner skier. If snow conditions allow.
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Enjoy flat-water canoeing mid-June through early October on Berkshire lakes and ponds.
Able swimmers only.
Hikes vary in length and terrain to accommodate all levels of fitness and experience.
Our guided tours feature rides of various levels with distances between
5 to 25 miles.
Our guided tours feature rides of various levels with distances between 5 to 25 miles.
Discover the beauty of a surprise Berkshire location and learn watercolor painting techniques.
Enjoy a gentle hike led by a Canyon Ranch birding expert, with instruction on binocular use, birding techniques, identification and song. Discover the delights of America's fastest-growing hobby!
Our experts teach you the basics of this relaxing water sport on scenic Berkshire ponds and rivers.
Able swimmers only. We will continue our kayaking program until weather conditions become unfavorable.
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Test yourself with these two physically demanding challenges on our High Ropes Challenge Course – The Giant’s Ladder and the space loops. Weather dependent.
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Smartphone, GoPro and DSLR – no camera is too large or small. Visit Berkshire sites ranging from historic homes, gardens, waterways and trails. Ask questions and get comfortable taking and editing pictures.
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Discover the beauty of a surprise Berkshire location and learn watercolor painting techniques.
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Shake off the winter doldrums by getting into nature.
What’s your ideal hike? Private hikes tailored to your interests may be scheduled through the Outdoor Sports department. Hikes can be customized for any focus, length, level of intensity, terrain and duration you prefer.
24 hours advance ...
Sometimes referred to as "forest bathing," Shirin Yoku is the Japanese practice of taking in the forest atmosphere. Join your guide on a slow, intentional walk in the woods to de-stress and connect with nature. You'll find a meditative spot and ...
Join a Canyon Ranch yogi/guide on a snow and yoga adventure. Step into the brilliance of a winter day and enjoy these two serene activities as one.
Experience tai chi in an outdoor setting. Guides will lead you on a meditative hike with reflective pauses to learn controlled martial arts movements and heighten your chi – the life force or essence of your being.
Individual and semiprivate instruction in beginning basics through advanced skills, including hitting lessons or workout drills.
50 minutes.
