Where

Adventure

Begins

  • Length: 1 day

    Location: Comox Lake, BC

    Dates:

    • June 28: 1:00 PM – 7:30 PM (approx.), Comox Lake

    •   June 19: 1:00 PM – 7:30 PM (approx.), Comox Lake

    •   July 26: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Camp Bob (Women's only course, led by our amzing guide Genoa)

    •   August 3: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Comox Lake

    •   September 5: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Camp Bob

    Cost: $200

    Minimum 2 students required

    For more info check the Course page!

  • Length: 3-4 hours

    Location: See the Dates of the Courses

    Dates:


    •   July 17: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM aT Camp Bob

    •   July 31: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Comox Lake

    •   August 8: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Comox Lake

    •   August 15: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Camp Bob

      More dates to coming soon!

    Cost: $110

    Minimum 2 students required

    For more info check the Course page!

  • Coming Soon!

Upcoming Events + Courses!

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If you have any questions you can email us at: Info@purpleropeadventureschool.ca or click the button below

We at Purple Rope Adventure School are excited to offer “Swim with the Salmon Tours” This amazing adventure involves swimming and floating down the beautiful lower Campbell River. Along the way, you'll have the chance to witness harbor seals, sea lions, and many beautiful birds that call the river home.

Of course, the highlight will be observing the incredible salmon as they return to spawn, completing their life cycle in the Campbell River which is renowned as the Salmon Capital of the World. We can't wait to share this unique and unforgettable experience with you!

Swim with the Salmon Tours

  • Length: 2.5 Hours (including picking up gear and shuttling)

    Location: The Campbell River in Campbell River, BC

    Dates: Monday-Saturday.

    Cost: Adults (16+) $95 (+$50 Gear Rental Fee)

    Kids (10-15) $70 (+$50 Gear Rental Fee)

    Timing: 9:30am-12pm*, and 2pm-4:30pm*

    *Tide dependent

    Minimum 1 adult required

    PRAS can provide transportation for up to 4 guests at an additional cost of $15/person.

There are many benefits to booking a guided swim with the salmon tour with us:

  • Our experienced guides will provide instruction on how to swim and navigate the dynamic river environment safely, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone.

  • You'll also have a knowledgeable guide readily available to answer any questions you might have about the ecosystem, the salmon, or the surrounding area.

  • Most importantly, your guide will be there to support you and assist with any challenges that may arise during the tour. 

  • They will also help with the shuttle logistics, making your adventure seamless from start to finish.

About Us

Mission: to equip people to be safe and have fun as they get outside!

Vision: to engage with the Natural World and to help people lead exciting, fulfilling, and healthy lives as they utilize the healing power of getting outside.

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About the Founder:

Shawn Quinton

As the Founder of Purple Rope Adventure School, I bring 30 years of experience as a guide and an outdoor educator, so in those 30 years, I've cultivated a deep passion for the natural world. One of my greatest joys is sharing the beauty of nature with others through outdoor experiences. Throughout my career, I have developed and led activities such as rock climbing, caving, canoeing, sea kayaking, navigation, outdoor leadership, hiking, and out-tripping.

I hold the following certifications:

  • Top-rope Climbing Guide with PCGI

  • Sea Kayak Guide Level 3 with SKGABC

  • 90-hour Wilderness First Aid and CPR C

  • Paddle Canada Canoe Instructor

  • Nordic Ski Instructor CANSI

  • OCC Instructor in Hiking, Paddling, Winter, Navigation and Overnights

Genoa Horsthius

Meet Genoa! Her main role in PRAS is an outdoor guide with a specialty in climbing. Genoa has been an avid outdoor enthusiast since she was a kid, loving canoeing, climbing and summiting mountains. She has completed various outdoor milestones, such as gaining her PCGI Top Rope Instructor certification in 2025 and worked with kids in an outdoor children’s wilderness camp for over 7 years as an Assistant Rock Climbing Director. She loves to encourage others to seek out new outdoor adventures, and make sure they have the correct tools in their wilderness belt to do so.

Phillip Quinton

Phillip has been working outdoors for over 10 years doing various activities such as Rock Climbing, Caving, Hiking, Canoeing. He has also worked at a children's wilderness camp for the last 8 years helping lead activities such as Rock Climbing, Low Ropes, Archery, and Orienteering. He has a passion for helping bring people outdoors so they can safely have fun out in the wilderness. His main role at PRAS is Outdoor Guide and Secretary/Website Technician.

He holds the following Certifications:

  • PCGI Top Rope Guide

  • Lifesaving Society-First Aid/CPR-C

  • Paddle Canada-Intermediate Lake Water Skills Tandem Instructor

  • OCC-Field Leader (Hiking+Paddling)