Bourgeau Lake / Harvey Pass / Mt. Bourgeau. - Sun, Aug 30 2015

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Bourgeau Lake / Harvey Pass / Mt. Bourgeau. (8/30/2015)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Banff National Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Aug 30 2015 8:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Aug 28 2015 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

9 - 10 hours plus driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D7: Advanced

Event Coordinator(s):

Lorrie W
Mick
Raihan K
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members & Guests, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

19 (Log in to see who's signed up.)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance from trailhead to pass:19.2KM return and Elevation: 1050M
and in addition Distance from pass to summit:4.8KM return and Elevation: 480M
Proper hiking boots required- no runners/sandals/approach shoes or jeans

PACE:Please note Slower pace on going up on steeper terrain and Moderate pace on flat or downhill terrain. This hike is NOT for beginners. We're out to enjoy the day so please don't be in a rush to get back to Calgary.

It's a great hike for early risers and experienced hikers who love gorgeous scenery!

Harvey Pass offers spectacular views of Mount Assiniboine and surrounding area. For a higher vantage and challenge we are adding a trek to Mt. Bourgeau. This will be a long day so all participants must bring 2L - 3L of water, and don't forget to bring more snacks/food then usual. Please note that since this is a difficult hike I'll check your COC hiking history and might be touching base with you. This is rated D7 because of distance and elevation.

NOTE:

Required Items to Bring:
-Park Pass or $$
-Proper hiking footwear and pack (ensure your PACK is big enough to include extras -- a small hydration bike pack that only fits your water hydration pack and small lunch is too small...one should always be ready for the unexpected)
-Plenty of water (2L minimum, more if hot)
-Lunch
-Dress in layers
-Mittens, toque (yes even in August -- mountain weather is unpredictable)
-First-aid kit
-Bear spray
-Change to pay your driver
-Plastic bag to put muddy boots in.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Hiking Poles
- Sunscreen and bug spray
- Camera, GPS

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From Banff, drive west 11.6km to the Bourgeau Lake Trailhead (Left turn just pass the Sunshine village exit)

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

265Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $79.50 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Wednesday, April 17, 2024). This is based on $0.16/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.

Notes:

- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Wendy W and Lynda H., at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com.

Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

Although there is no cost for this event, please note that the club survives on voluntary donations. Please consider making a donation based on the value you feel you receive from the club. See our How You Can Help page for more information.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
*Note: Please do not cancel last minute, this effects our carpool and members who are on the wait list. many thanks