Tombstone Lakes and area - Sat, Jun 28 2008, Sun, Jun 29 2008, Mon, Jun 30 2008

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Tombstone Lakes and area (6/28/2008)

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:

Peter Lougheed Prov Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jun 28 2008, Sun, Jun 29 2008, Mon, Jun 30 2008 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jun 20 2008 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

3 days / 2 nights

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

David Meisner
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Member Cost:

$18.50/Person (See Detailed Cost Info 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:

Yes

Itinerary:

This event will go ahead rain or shine so please come prepared for all weather conditions.
- SATURDAY: Hike in from Elbow Pass Day Use area to Elbow Lake for a lunch stop, a trail with a height gain of 150m over 1.3 km. After lunch we'll continue on to the Tombstone Lakes backcountry campground - a further approx 7 km. The trail from this point is relatively flat and very scenic. There are several creek crossings so you may want to bring some sort of water footwear to change into if you prefer. At the campground we'll drop our packs, set up camp and then decide on a time to continue on to Tombstone Lakes - a further 3.6 km. I'm not certain of the elevation gain but there is some.
- SUNDAY: Dayhike options include Rae Lake and/or Sheep Lakes. We can finalize plans for Saturday around the campfire Friday night.
- MONDAY: Set off back home the same way we came.

There will be no pre-trip meeting as I'm expecting that those who sign up will have had some experience with backcountry camping, or you're coming with a friend who will assist you. If you prefer to share equipment, etc, please make arrangements with other registered participants.

Please keep dogs leashed at all times.

Required Items to Bring:
- Something to treat the water before drinking - must be boiled, filtered or purified with tablets.
- Tent, warm sleeping bag, and fleecy pj's. Nights can go down below freezing even at this time of year.
- Water shoes, sandals, or old runners for creek crossings and around camp.
- See the backpacker checklist for further information
- Quick dry clothes / rain gear - NO COTTON!
- Good hiking boots
- Usual backpacking gear + food for 3 days

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Day pack to carry water, lunch and supplies for a day hike on Sat, if you wish.
- hiking poles are strongly suggested

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Head west on Highway 1 for approximately 67km. Turn south onto Highway 40 for approximately 60km.
The trail head is at the Elbow Pass day-use area.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

260Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $78.00 (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.
- 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:

$18.50/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$20.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Backcountry campground fees: $8 each + gst x 2 nights + $10.00 registration fee + gst, + banking fees. Cost is divided between twelve people. No refunds will be given after the registration cut-off. We are planning to go ahead with the event rain or shine, however in case of extremely inclement weather then I will attempt to get a full or partial refund from K Country, but there are no guarantees.

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: