Dark Sky Guides

Dark Sky Guides (DSG) was founded in December 2017 by the 4 Robinson brothers: Keith, Kevin, Kristopher and Michael. They were lucky to grow up in Waterton Lakes National Park, and over the years they’ve explored all areas of the National Park, both in daylight and after dark. As third-generation tourism service providers (they are all part of the family that owns and operates Waterton Shoreline Cruise Co), sharing Waterton Park’s rich human- and natural history has always been a part of their lives. Each brother pursued a University degree relating to business or tourism/hospitality.

From the very beginning, the Robinson brothers designed the company’s operations and internal policies with sustainability in mind. Tours limit pressure on the natural environment by only providing small, personalized tours. Tours are normally offered by two guides and cater to a maximum of 12 tour participants at one time. This way, guides are able to deliver a truly personal experience for tour participants, while at the same time limiting the human footprint on the areas utilized.

As owners/operators of a tourism business in Waterton Lakes National Park, the Robinson brothers are inspired by the personal interactions they have with tour participants and travelers visiting WLNP. The Robinson brothers realize that they are ambassadors and stewards of WLNP. And each has taken it upon himself to utilize his position as an authentic, trusted, local, interpretive guide to educate visitors about the area’s natural history, human history, and cultural significance. DSG hopes to encourage every individual tour participant to find their own personal way to connect with WLNP, and ultimately foster and develop that personal connection. The Robinson brothers try to challenge peoples’ way of thinking; to encourage them to appreciate the natural environment, and at the end of the day, take this newfound knowledge home with them, to try and effect change when they go home by then educating their own friends and families.

TOUR OPTIONS Custom Tours with the Dark Sky Guides Difficulty Rating: Whatever You Want

Starry Skies Townsite Stroll Difficulty Rating: Easy

Night Sky Discovery Tour Difficulty Rating: Easy

Dark Sky Adventure Tour Difficulty Rating: Moderate

Discover Snowshoeing Tour Difficulty Rating: Moderately Easy

Snowshoe Winter Adventure Tour Difficulty Rating: Moderate