6 Awesome Winter Vacations for Adventurous Spirits
Greenland: Hunt at the Top of the World
When it comes to Nordic tourism, Iceland is (pardon me) hot right now, but hardly anyone talks about its chillier cousin Greenland. That’s not surprising given its rugged geography and tiny population. However, its geographical isolation offers unique opportunities for outdoorsmen, particularly big-game hunters.
In western Greenland’s Kangerlussuaq area, you can find the musk ox, a giant horned mammal that’s the largest animal of its kind on the island. Numerous local and international outfitters can arrange outings, and if you’d rather wield a camera than a rifle, many also plan safaris. There are also opportunities to hunt smaller game such as Arctic hares and ptarmigan.
Canada: Scale the Frozen Waterfalls of Jasper National Park
Situated in the midst of the Canadian Rockies, Jasper National Park boasts plenty of superlatives, including being the largest national park in its particular mountain chain and containing the only icefields accessible via road. It’s those icefields and the breathtaking Maligne Canyon where you’ll find this particular Alberta adventure.
When winter falls like a hammer on Alberta, all of Jasper National Park’s waterfalls freeze solid, making for ideal ice climbing. Although you can strap on your own crampons and tackle the falls by yourself, novices should definitely consider hiring a guide service such as Rockaboo Mountain Adventures to help them learn the proverbial ropes.
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USA: Fly Fish at Missouri Headwaters State Park
Fly fishing conjures up images of Robert Redford’s Oscar-winning film A River Runs Through It, all shining coils of line whipping through sultry summer air. But true aficionados of this leisurely sport know winter can be one of the best times to break out your flies. The crowds are down, the water is clear — and the fish are hungry.
Missouri Headwaters State Park offers a unique setting for fly fishermen willing to brave the elements. Situated where the Jefferson, Gallatin and Madison Rivers combine to become Big Muddy (i.e., the famous Mississippi River), the Park provides a surprisingly placid place to pull on your waders, land a few trout and enjoy the mountain-studded horizon.
