Winter Backpacking & Snow Shelters - Sat, Jan 16 2016

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Winter Backpacking & Snow Shelters (1/16/2016)

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 will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the COC.

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:

Snowshoe

Event Location:

PLPP

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jan 16 2016 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Jan 10 2016 12:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 days

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Benn C
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Member Cost:

$15.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

We will snowshoe/hike in, build ourselves a Snow Shelter or two, eat lots, sleep overnight and be merry after the hard work. We'll build Quinzees and maybe one other shelter depending on the energy levels and manpower available. We'll also have a potluck dinner for the evening. Optional potluck breakfast.
Distance - 4km
Elevation - Negligible

Note: there WILL be a lot of snow shoveling and crawling around in tight spaces, so this might be challenging for people who are claustrophobic or allergic to cold and hard work. Hence the D4 rating, otherwise it'd be a D3 or even a D2 given the distance and elevation.

We will be going regardless of weather conditions unless its so bad that we can't actually get there which is unlikely.

If needed, I will conduct a pre-trip meet for gear. In addition to regular backpacking equipment, you will also need some extra gear, see list below.

You should be fit enough to carry a heavy pack or haul a sled/pulk for 4 to 5 km one way whilst wearing snowshoes or XC skis. You should also be fit enough to be shoveling a lot of snow.

You can rent winter backpacking stuff at MEC or UofC Outdoor Center

Payment is due within 5 days of registration. Best to email transfer to me at: vospermtb@gmail.com. If you want to mail a cheque, email me for the address.

Required Items to Bring:
- Snowshoes
- Liquid fuel stove + pots and pans (gas propane/butane stoves pretty much don't work well in the cold)
- Small 8x6 tarp for ground sheet
- Thick sleep mat with at least 1.6 R value
- Sleeping bag rated to -5c or less
- Big long handled Snow Shovel, leave the ultra lightweight backpacking ones at home. Your back will thank you.
- WATERPROOF, breathable, outer clothing
- Dry change of clothes (and gloves and socks). You WILL very likely become wet especially if your outer clothing isn't as waterproof as you think
- potluck dinner
- Synthetic waterproof insulated snow boots. DO NOT wear leather boots even if they are waterproof.
- Whistle
- Layers of adequate warm clothing
- Backpacking Axe or Hatchet
- Backpacking saw
- Lots of yummy food
- Sun glasses/goggles

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Camera
- Sun screen, lip balm, moisturizer
- Gaiters
- Pulk/Sled/Toboggan

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

TBC

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

270Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $81.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Thursday, April 18, 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:

Member Cost:

$15.00/Person

Cost Includes:

backcountry permits and booking fees

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the COC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

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

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: