Facts about partying in Banff:

Introduction:

Although located an hour and a half from a city, situated in the wilderness and is called home by only 8000 locals, Banff still has a very urban feel. Banff Avenue is a bustling street with many shops, late night café’s, pubs and night clubs. With lots of young people coming to work and tourists flocking to the area, combined with a great atmosphere it adds up to be a fabulous night life! There is always something going on in downtown Banff.

When partying in Banff remember…

Have a good balance between the bar scene and your outdoor pursuits. Remember why you have come to Banff and the activities you have come here to do. Don’t let your hangover exclude you from enjoying the mountains!

The Banff community has seen incidents of people getting addicted to cocaine and alcohol. Be careful and take care of each other. If you do feel you are developing a dependency on any substance call AADAC for non-judgmental advice.

This is a real community with young children and seniors. When you are on your way home from the bar PLEASE remember to be courteous when walking home. Pushing someone down the street in a shopping cart is so disrespectful to the community. Keep our community wonderful by being a great addition to it… not a nuisance.

Banff has also had incidents of the date rape drug. Take some simple precautions while you are out on the town: 1. Try to go out with others. 2. Never leave your drink unattended while you hit the dance floor… drink it first!

HAVE FUN!

Burn Out Rates:

Give your body time to recuperate at least one full day off snowboarding or skiing. If you have an injury, it’s better to fully recover than push it or it will be a constant reoccurring injury.

Give your body time to recover from binge drinking nights. Really think about the toxins that you have put into your body. It takes 48 hours for you body to naturally detox. Be smart about working and partying… it can be done successfully. Just don’t burn out!

STD’s in Banff? The Facts and Myths!

Ok, Ok… you have possibly heard it before you have arrived, so here’s the truth.  Yes, Banff has a high rate of STD’s. Fortunately, there is access to free condoms all over town! Come and get your free condoms at: The health unit (next door to the hospital), AIDS Bow Valley (2^nd floor of the Sundance Mall), The Living Room Bathroom (the drop in centre on 345 Banff Avenue where there is also free pasta dinner on Wednesday nights at 7pm!)  You know the wisdom: never ride without a helmet, gentlemen! *if you think you have an STD, you can get tested at Bow Valley Medical Clinic.  See the Essential Services section for more info.

Stats from the Alberta Health Authority:

Did you know… that 60% of the total population of Banff are single.

Did you know… that 56% of the total population of Banff are between the ages of 18-35 years old.