| The Basics: |
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| Event Type: | | Rock Climbing | |
| Event Location: | | Nordegg / David Thompson Country | |
| Event Starts: |
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Sunday, Apr 21, 2024
09:30 AM
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| Event Ends: |
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Sunday, Apr 21, 2024
03:30 PM
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Registration Cut Off:
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Wednesday, Apr 17, 2024
10:00 AM
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| Difficulty Rating: |
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D3 - See Conversion Chart
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| Trip Coordinator(s): |
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Philip Waters
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| Participant Info: |
| Who's Invited: |
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Members Only
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| Attendee Screening: |
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Registration is First-Come/First-Serve
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| Maximum Group Size: | | 6 |
| Minimum Group Size: | | 2 |
| Number Registered So Far: |
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5 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
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| Are Dogs Permitted: |
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No
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| Itinerary: |
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Start your season outside with a day of sport climbing overlooking Abraham Lake in the David Thompson Country. This is a mellow crag with short routes, a perfect way to get your head out of the gym and prepared for your outside season. 9:30 am - Assemble the group at Windy Point parking area, and walk together to the climbing area.
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| Required Items to Bring: |
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Clothing - T-Shirt - Cotton for warm weather, synthetic for multi-pith
or cool weather
- Climbing Pants - Loose fitting, cotton for warm weather,
synthetic for multi-pitch or cold
- Insulation Layer Top - Pile (fleece), light synthetic fill
or wool sweater/jacket
- Waterproof Layer Top - Waterproof breathable or coated nylon
jacket
- Waterproof Layer Pants - Waterproof breathable or coated
nylon pants
- Sun Hat
- Toque - Wool or Synthetic
- Light Gloves - Wool, synthetic or leather
- Belay Jacket (optional) - Warm down or synthetic jacket for
hanging/belaying in the cold
Personal Equipment - Pack
- Water Bottle
- Lunch
- Sunglasses
- Sun and Lip Cream
- Pocket Knife
Climbing Equipment - Helmet
- Harness
- Belay Device
- Locking Carabiner
- Rock Shoes
- Approach Shoes
- Chalk Bag
* List courtesy of the ACMG.
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| Recommended Items to Bring: |
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It would be appreciated if you have cordelette, locking carabineers or quickdraws that you bring them for use by the group.
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| How to Get There: |
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Windy Point parking area: GPS location - 52°15'17.5"N 116°23'33.1"W Google Maps - maps.app.goo.gl
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| Notes: |
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For those inclined to enjoy a social weekend, there will be a hike on April 20, 2024, based out of the area. It is encouraged to stay at the HI Nordegg Hostel on Friday and Saturday nights. Please book your reservation directly: https://hihostels.ca/en/destinations/alberta/hi-nordegg
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This event is dependent on suitable conditions dependent on the weather.
Cancellation Policy
You can view our cancellation policy here.
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Waiver and Membership Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to you having a current membership and a current signed
ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”), which is signed in conjunction with purchasing/renewing your membership.
A separate Waiver is not required. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca. If your
membership renews prior to the activity taking place, you will be required to agree to a new Waiver upon renewal, this new Waiver will apply to your participation in this activity. By proceeding with the booking, you agree to the foregoing waiver terms. Bookings
without a current Waiver at the time of the activity will be cancelled.
The Waiver is a legal document by which you waive or give up the right to sue or claim compensation following an accident. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY! You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca.
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