Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Practices

The Algonquin Spa is 100% Organic and 100% Solar Powered:

Our staff and operations are powered sustainably — from electric golf carts to carbon-neutral firewood. In dining, we grow vegetables on site, compost all kitchen waste, and use no pesticides.

Sustainability Timeline

2021

New 3200 sq ft eco-staff housing with R30 walls & R60 ceilings.

2020

New walk-in freezer & fridge — reduced 80 amps of energy.

2018

Main Lodge roof upgraded to R60; lawns converted to natural meadows.

2017

Tesla & EV charging stations added, free for overnight guests.

2015–2016

Carbon-neutral heating added to Adventure Lodge, cutting 50,000L propane use yearly.

2010–2014

LED lighting, eco flooring, solar hot water panels, and staff housing upgrades.

Charities

Couples Resort Inc. gives tens of thousands of dollars every year to help those in need. We couldn’t do it without your support. Sincerely, thank you!

The HERO Fund — 11/11

“Couples Resort, formerly Bear Trail Lodge,” was founded by Fritz and Gertrude Sorensen from Denmark and Austria, who were part of the WWII Resistance Movement. The Sorensen family understands the personal sacrifice of soldiers and their families for freedom and the protection of political, religious, racial, and civil rights.