YEGACC Elizabeth Parker Hut Takeover - Saturday, Aug 30, 2025

The Basics:
Event Type: Hike 
Event Location: Elizabeth Parker Hut 
Event Starts:   Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 08:00 AM  
Event Ends:   Monday, Sep 01, 2025 03:30 PM  
Registration Cut Off:   Friday, Aug 01, 2025 12:00 AM  
Difficulty Rating:   D2 - See Conversion Chart  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Jarett Stastny
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members Only  
Attendee Screening:   Attendees are Pre-Screened
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 on Saturday, August 30, 2025 with all gear, stay two nights, and depart the hut on Monday, September 1,  2025 .  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.  Additional scrambling, climbing, mountaineering gear depending on objectives.  Sleeping bag and pillow.  Personal hygiene items, etc. Refer to hut page 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 - chair@accedmonton.ca


How to Get There:
Event Directions:  

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

The shuttle bus is available for our group and will be coordinated by the trip leader.

 

Notes:

Participants will be selected based on a combination of first come first served sign ups, completion of trip questionnaire, 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.

Approximate cost for the trip (accommodation and shuttle bus) is $130 per participant.




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.

Registration for this event closed on Friday, August 01, 2025 at 12:00 AM.