Banff Climb/Hike (ACC/GMMC) - Friday, Jul 28, 2023

The Basics:
Event Type: Rock Climbing 
Event Location: Bow Valley 
Event Starts:   Friday, Jul 28, 2023 10:00 AM  
Event Ends:   Sunday, Jul 30, 2023 12:00 PM  
Registration Cut Off:   Friday, Jul 28, 2023 12:00 AM  
Difficulty Rating:   D3 - See Conversion Chart  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Jason Wang
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members Only  
Attendee Screening:   Attendees are Pre-Screened
Maximum Group Size: 8
Minimum Group Size: 4
Number Registered So Far:   4 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
Are Dogs Permitted:   Yes

Itinerary:

It's been smoky far too long, and July is almost over! This is a trip focused on single-pitch sport climbing (lead and top rope), though with the possibility of multi-pitching, depending on our group (e.g., if we are smaller and sufficiently experienced).

  • Friday: Climbing in Banff

  • Saturday: Climbing in Banff

  • Sunday: Morning Hike - I likely need to leave around noon

    Possible Objectives:

    • Sunshine Rock
    • Back of the Lake (Lake Louise)
    • Tunnel/Sleeping Buffalo Mountain (cragging and multi-pitch options)
    • Aftonroe (multi-pitch)
    • West end of Rundle (multi-pitch)

    Prerequisites / Courses Required:

    • Ability to safely top rope belay using a belay device.
    Required Items to Bring:

    • Excellent taste in snacks

    • Rock climbing harness

    • Rock climbing shoes

    • Rock climbing helmet

    • Lots of stoke

    (Equipment is available for rent, if needed. Please contact me if this is of concern).

    Recommended Items to Bring:

    • Belay device (if you have one)


    This trip is weather dependent, including smoke levels.


    Cancellation Policy
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    Registration for this event closed on Friday, July 28, 2023 at 12:00 AM.