Novice Ski Touring Event #1 - Friday, Dec 16, 2022

The Basics:
Event Type: Skiing 
Event Location: Icefields Parkway 
Date(s) & Time:   Friday, Dec 16, 2022 06:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 04:00 PM @ TBD)  
Registration Cut Off:   Saturday, Nov 26, 2022 11:00 PM  
Event Duration: 2 Nights, 2 days 
Difficulty Rating:   D2 - See Conversion Chart  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Rene Villeneuve
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members Only  
Attendee Screening:   Attendees are Pre-Screened
Maximum Group Size: 6
Maximum No. Guests: 0
Minimum Group Size: 2
Maximum No. Guests Per Member: 0
Number Registered So Far:   6 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
Are Dogs Permitted:   No

Itinerary:
This is a beginner oriented trip for alpine ski touring and/or split boarding based out of Mosquito Creek Wilderness Hostel.  We plan to carpool where possible, travelling on Friday evening.


We will be on snow Saturday and Sunday. Areas considered - Hector South Ridge, Pulpit (1-6), Bow Summit, Puzzle (OXO) Peak, etc. AST1 is a minimum recommended pre-requisite, but no backcountry experience is required to attend.  

This trip will accommodate up to 6 participants in shared sleeping, cooking, and lounging areas. 
The Hostel is outdoor (pit) toilet, and 'wilderness' living.
hihostels.ca for more info about available amenities.

Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required for all participants.  
Participants will be selected at the discretion of the trip leader.
Hut fees are $100 per person at maximum occupancy (6 participants).
Required Items to Bring:
  • Bedding IS provided. Bring your own if you wish.
  • Ski/Splitboard
  • Skins
  • Ski Poles
  • Beacon/Shovel/Probe
  • Ski Clothes, Hut Comfy stuff.

Recommended Items to Bring:
  • FRS/GRMS Radio
  • Towel & Sauna stuff

How to Get There:
Carpool Departure Time:   04:00 PM
Carpool Location:   TBD

Notes:

John Reda - Coordinating & Aspiring Trip leader


Payment Options:
  • Member $100.00 CAD

No accommodation refunds will be given unless coordinator finds a suitable replacement.


Cancellation Policy
You can view our cancellation policy here.

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Registration for this event closed on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 11:00 PM.