Skyline Trail - Fri, Aug 15 2014, Sat, Aug 16 2014, Sun, Aug 17 2014

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Skyline Trail (8/15/2014)

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:

Jasper National Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Aug 15 2014, Sat, Aug 16 2014, Sun, Aug 17 2014 1:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 7:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Jun 6 2013 12:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

3 days

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Difficult to Advanced

Event Coordinator(s):

Sheena C
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Member Cost:

$21.10/Person (See Detailed Cost Info 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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

The Skyline Trail is one of the classic hikes that doesn't disappoint. Due to the big elevation gain and loss during these 3 days, this trip is not recommended for beginners.Please do not sign up if you are unwilling to stay with the group.

We will be SHARING tents - 2 persons per tent, one tent per campsite. NO EXCEPTIONS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR THIS EVENT, YOU NEED TO PAY WITHIN 48 HOURS, OTHERWISE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE WAITLIST. PLEASE DO NOT PAY IF YOU ARE ON THE WAITING LIST.

"Skyline Trail is truly one of the most beautiful sub-alpine backpacking routes in the northern Rockies. With 25 of its 44 kilometers lying above the tree-line, it is not only one of the highest trekking trails in Jasper Park but also provides stunning views which span over much of the surrounding area: vast alpine meadows, windswept ridges and chances to spot a large variety of wildlife characterize this area."

We will hike in from the Maligne Lake trailhead and come out at the Signal trailhead. We will hike the entire trail which is 44km in length crossing three mountain passes with 1410m elevation gain and 1928m elevation loss.

Itinerary:

DAY 1: Friday, August 15th
Drive to the Maligne Lake trailhead and hike to Snowbowl Campground .
Camp at Snowbowl Campground which is located at a spectacular meadow sheltered by trees, with easy access to water. No fires permitted
Distance: 12.2km

DAY 2: Saturday, August 16th
Hike to Tekarra Campground.
Camp at Tekarra Campground - a beautiful campground with great views, located next to a fast moving creek. No fires permitted
Distance: 18.7km

DAY 3: Sunday, August 17th
Hike from Tekarra Campground to the Signal trailhead.
Distance:13.2km
Drive back to Calgary

When you sign up, please indicate if:
* you have a 2-person tent
* you have a backpacking cooking stove
* you have a preference of sharing a tent with a male or female

Online email money transfer:
If you have a bank account with TD, BMO, CIBC, RBC, or Scotia,you can use their online banking system to send me an email money transfer. Choose a security password and let me know what it is. My email is: cocsheena@yahoo.ca

Required Items to Bring:
*Sturdy Hiking Boots
* Food for 3 days
* Means to treat water (pump/tablets/drops)
* Layers with warm clothing, wind breaker,& rain gear + Rain cover for backpack
* First aid kit
* Headlamp
* Toilet Paper
* $ for National Park entrance/park pass
* bear spray

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
* Trekking poles
* Gaiters
* Camera
* Sunscreen

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Will be given at the carpool. We will need to arrange car shuttle between the Maligne Lake and Signal parking lots.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

1032Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $309.60 (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:

Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, weather conditions and trail conditions for the trip they are attending.

- 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:

$21.10/Person

Cost Includes:

2-night backcountry camping/wilderness pass: $9.80 per person per night
Reservation fees: $11.70 for the group, split 8 ways

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: