Wilderness Bushcraft Overnighter - Fri, Nov 11 2016

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Wilderness Bushcraft Overnighter (11/11/2016)

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:

Hike - Backpack

Event Location:

Kananaskis Wildland Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Nov 11 2016 9:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Nov 6 2016 12:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 days

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Benn C
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Member Cost:

$10.00/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

This will be a basic bushcraft overnight event. Bushcraft is about thriving in the a natural environment and developing the knowledge and skills to go with it. This is event we learn how to build a basic shelter from the resources in the area, make and cook over a fire the old fashioned way like maybe cooking on rocks and just generally have fun with basic bushcrafting skills and techniques (useful in a survival situation, but it is not a survival event). We will be sharing the carry in of some tools, gear and such so there will be an assignment of gear prior to the hike in. Leave room in your pack if you're sharing group gear.

Notes:
- This is a fun anything goes event which may involve staying up for part of the night
- We can expect early winter conditions so Goretex type over-clothing will be your friend. NO COTTON.
- Some bushwhacking may be involved. You will Need to bring some basic tools as we will be foraging for firewood and shelter materials.
- Equipment list is listed below. You can bring a tent, tarp for your own shelter, sleep in the shelter we will build or just sleep in the open next to the fire. Nothing better than seeing the stars overhead. If you're brand new to overnight backpacking, contact me for more info.

Distance: Approx a 6 to 10 km round trip
Elevation: 200M approx, give or take, maybe a few hills

Required Items to Bring:
- Trowel or small shovel (yep, no outhouses)
- Backpacking saw and axe
- Sharp fixed blade knife (blade length 2" or more)
- Matches or Lighter or Fire Rod
- Minimum 8'x8' tarp
- Headlamp
- Layers for warmth and rain. Your clothing should preferably be amber resistant (i.e. it's ok to have fire amber holes in them)
- Extra set of dry clothes
- Whistle
- Bear spray
- Food (mmm....food)
- Small cooking pot and pan
- Work gloves
- Extra warm gloves and socks
- Usual backpack gear

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Camera
- Any super duper gear you want to try out
- Liquid fuel stove if you're not using a fire for cooking (works better in the cold)
- Snow shovel if there is any white snowy stuff

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Wait for email for exact location.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

210Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $63.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Saturday, April 20, 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:

Winter Safety Considerations
Entered by: Ben C on Oct 26, 2016
Terrain Classification: Front country non-avalanche terrain - not classified.
Conditions: Below treeline, foothills region
Plan: Will be re- examining weather 2 days before event. As area to be entered is not in avalanche terrain, there will be no additional preparation needed.
Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip.

- 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:

$10.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Materials and supplies needed for the shelter build.

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: