Intermediate - Advanced XC Ski- Lake Louise Trails - Sat, Jan 26 2013

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Intermediate - Advanced XC Ski- Lake Louise Trails (1/26/2013)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Ski - Cross-Country

Event Location:

Lake Louise

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jan 26 2013 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jan 25 2013 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

3.5-4 hours plus driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Nancy Ulrich
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance Approx 25km
Pace: Intermediate-Advanced

Lake Louise has lots of snow and trails are in great condition. Starting in town we will take Tramline to Moraine Lake Road and join the Fairview loop, returning via Peyto, Great Divide, Lower Telemark and Tramline. Route my change subject to trail conditions. We will stop for a quick lunch break at the Chateau. Total distance will be about 25 km.

The pace will be moderate to brisk so that we can enjoy the scenery. No speed demons please. Do not join this event if you are not prepared to stick in a group or wait up at intersections. This event is for strong intermediate or advanced skiers comfortable with a pace of around 7-8 klm's hour.

Required Items to Bring:
- XC skis, poles, and wax
- winter clothing (no cotton)
- a backpack with extra warm clothing
- plenty of water
- lunch
- $ for park entrance fees or a park pass

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- personal first-aid kit

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Follow the TransCanada (Hwy #1) west towards Lake Louise and take the Lake Louise exit. In LL village, the trailhead is on the banks of the Bow river near the CPR station. Turn right at the 4 way stop in the village(before the hill heading to the Chateau) and look for a large parking lot on the left side of the road across from the CPR station.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

320Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $105.60 (calculated at total Km * $0.33, effective Sunday, July 12, 2026). 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
Terrain classification:This event is exempt as it is on groomed X country ski trails.
Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing current road conditions, current weather conditions and 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.
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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: