Fairview Mountain - Sat, Jul 29 2017

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Fairview Mountain (7/29/2017)

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:

Scramble

Event Location:

Lake Louise, Banff National Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 29 2017 9:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jul 28 2017 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

5 - 6 hours (plus driving time)

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Nancy U
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Elevation Gain: 1013 m
Distance: 10 km return

*** Please note that is mostly a steep hike and is best suited to strong hikers as you gain a lot of elevation within a short distance.***

*** Please note the early departure. This is to avoid the crowds at LL this time of year.

Mount Fairview provides one of the best viewpoints of Lake Louise and the surrounding mountains. Once on the summit, it seems as if Lake Louise is directly beneath your feet over a kilometer below, for the modest effort expended, it offers some of the best views in the area. From the summit one can see Mt. St-Piran, Niblock, Whyte, Victoria, Temple.

The trail starts near the Lake Louise boat house, climbing gently for 3.7 km (595m elevation gain) to the Saddleback. A well- maintained trail then winds its way up to the summit through a boulder field.

It should be a beautiful day. Due to the heat please bring lots of water and lunch as we will stay at the summit for a well-deserved rest while enjoying the beautiful views & the great company !

Your coordinator will not be returning to Calgary. Please make sure you indicate on your registration if you are willing to drive and how many people including yourself you can take with you.

Required Items to Bring:
- Sturdy Hiking Boots
- Layered clothing
- Lunch
- Water (Min. 1.5 litres)
- Warm Layers
- Rain Gear
- $ or Park Pass for entry into Banff National Park

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Hiking Poles
- Bear Spray
- Suncreen

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Follow the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy. 1) from Calgary to the Lake Louise turn-off. Follow the signs for Lake Louise and park at the Chateau. Walk up the short path to the lakeshore - you will see the boathouse to your left and the Chateau to your right.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

400Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $120.00 (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:

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: