YEGACC Elizabeth Parker Hut Takeover - Friday, Aug 30, 2024

The Basics:
Event Type: Hike 
Event Location: Elizabeth Parker Hut 
Event Starts:   Friday, Aug 30, 2024 08:30 AM  
Event Ends:   Monday, Sep 02, 2024 10:30 AM  
Registration Cut Off:   Friday, Aug 30, 2024 12:00 AM  
Difficulty Rating:   D2 - See Conversion Chart  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Jarett Stastny
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only  
Attendee Screening:   Registration is First-Come/First-Serve
Maximum Group Size: 24
Number Registered So Far:   24 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
Are Dogs Permitted:   No

Itinerary:

The Edmonton section has exclusive booking of the hut.  We will travel in to the hut Friday morning with all gear, stay three nights, and depart the hut on Monday.  The well established trail network in the Lake O'Hara area immediately surrounding the hut has many options for hiking and scrambling, find details on day hikes here https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/bc/yoho/activ/randonnee-hike/jour-day

Participants should expect the possibility of self-led hikes and/or to self-select into hiking groups that match their personal ambition, fitness, interest, and capabilities.  

Required Items to Bring:

An attitude of respect that includes sportsmanship, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship. 

Typical hiking/trekking gear such as hiking boots, poles, and attire.  Sleeping bag and pillow.  Personal hygiene items, etc. Refer to https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/elizabeth-parker-hut/ for a list of existing hut amenities.  Note: The ACC Edmonton Section has some loan equipment available to members.  If you'd like to find out more, or have any other questions about items to bring, please contact Jarett by email - social@accedmonton.ca


How to Get There:
Event Directions:  

All hut information is available at https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/elizabeth-parker-hut/

The shuttle bus is available for our group and will be coordinated by the trip leader, refer to details at https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/bc/yoho/activ/randonnee-hike/ohara/visit

 

Notes:

Participants will be selected based on a combination of first come first served sign ups and trip leader discretion.  Note: some spots will be reserved for trip leaders/organizers. 

We will endeavour to organize meal sharing groups and car pool groups for those interested, details of which to be determined.

Total cost for the trip (accommodation and shuttle bus) is $215 per participant.




Cancellation Policy
You can view our cancellation policy here.

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Waiver Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to the participant having signed the ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”). The Waiver is a legal document in which you waive or give up the right to sue or claim compensation following an accident. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY!

Members participating in this activity do not require a separate Waiver. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. 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 with the forgoing waiver terms. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca.

Non-members participating in this activity will be required to review and agree to the Waiver prior to participating in the activity. The current version of the Waiver can be viewed here alpineclubofcanada.ca/acc-waivers/. The Waiver will be presented for completion at the start of the Activity.

Registration for this event closed on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 12:00 AM.