Looking for Larches at Wenkchemna Pass @ Eiffel Lake - Fri, Sep 23 2016

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Looking for Larches at Wenkchemna Pass @ Eiffel Lake (9/23/2016)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Lake Louise

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Sep 23 2016 8:45 AM (Carpool Departure: 6:15 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Sep 22 2016 5:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

~7 hours + travel time

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Sylvia(1) A.
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance: ~20km
Elevation Gain: ~725m

Proper hiking footwear required- sorry NO Runners & NO jeans

IF I have more members and driver on the wait list I will open the event to 8 members, so make sure you put your name on the wait list..

+++DRIVERS ARE NEEDED+++

They say that this is the last week for "larches" therefore this is a great hike for early risers and experienced hikers who love gorgeous scenery.

PLS NOTE:We are leaving super early to make sure that we get a parking spot at Morraine Lake parking lot. It's been crazy busy - even during the weekday.
There is currently a hiking restriction of 4 people needed to hike in this area, so if you sign up it would be appreciated if you commit.

PLS NOTE: Because of recent snowfall- I strongly suspect as per hikes close by that some of the trails will be in the early morning slippery/icey.
++++++++ Micro- spikes strongly recommended.++++++++We will not turn back-so come prepared.

This is the Valley of the Ten Peaks, best appreciated from the higher vantages of Larch Valley and Sentinel Pass, but the trail to Eiffel Lake, while lower, has the benefit of being even closer to the peaks, and the contouring trail allows you to devote full attention to them instead of boot placement or muscle strain.

En route to Wenkchemna Pass, Eiffel Lake is impressive enough to warrant destination status. It's spectacular in bright sunlight, shimmering from sapphire to cobalt. The lake is named after the peak above its northeast shore. But it's Neptuak Mtn, above the southwest shore, that hikers marvel at from the trail while gazing at the lake. Neptuak, which means nine in the Stoney Indian language, is the ninth peak in the celebrated ten. The Stoney word for ten? Wenkchemna.

Please do not be in a hurry to get back to get to Calgary, we are out to enjoy the day-hiking time may vary.

Please note that this is not a speed demon's hike(getting to the top in record time) nor is it for very slowpokes, we will be hiking at a Slower Steady pace on steeper terrain and a moderate pace on gentler grades and going down. If you're NOT wanting to maintain this pace, pls do not sign up.

IF you have not hiked in the mountains before nor recently hiked with 550M+, this hike is not for you. .

IF you have no recent COC hiking history pls email me with your recent hiking history.

Required Items to Bring:
-Micro-spikes (Highly recommended) -Park pass
-Proper hiking footwear and PACK (ensure your PACK is big enough to include extras -- a small Bike pack that only fits your hydration water system and small lunch is TOO SMALL...one should always be ready for the unexpected)
-Plastic bag to put muddy/dirty boots in.
-Extra pair of socks(keep you feet dry when your boots get wet - rain/puddles).
-Plenty of water ( 2L minimum, more if hot)
-Lunch
-Dress in layers
-Mittens, toque
-First-aid kit(do not rely on coordinator)
-Bear spray and/or air horn and/or whistle - NO BEAR BELLS
-Change to pay your driver.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Hiking Poles
- Sunscreen
- Headlamp

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

emailed to participants

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

380Km

Carpool Departure Time:

6:15 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $114.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Friday, April 19, 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.
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Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

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

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: