Cascade Fire Road near Lake Minnewanka followed by Sulphur Hot Springs - Sun, Jan 18 2015
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Cascade Fire Road near Lake Minnewanka followed by Sulphur Hot Springs (1/18/2015)
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The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Ski - Cross-Country | ||||||
Event Location: | Banff National Park | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Sun, Jan 18 2015 10:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*) | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Sat, Jan 17 2015 11:00:00 PM | ||||||
Event Duration: | 5 hours + driving time | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D3: Moderate | ||||||
Event Coordinator(s): |
Michael A
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information. | ||||||
Member Cost: | Voluntary Donation Only (See Below) | ||||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 18 And Older Only | ||||||
Maximum Group Size: | 8 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests: | 0 | ||||||
Minimum Group Size: | 3 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests Per Member: | 0 | ||||||
Number Registered So Far: | 5 (Log in to see who's signed up.) | ||||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | No | ||||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
Distance: minimum 12 kms / optional 16 kms From the parking lot, we will ski north to the far corner of the meadow and follow a roadway through the spruce forest. About half a kilometre down the road, the ski trail branches. Either branch takes you to the Cascade Fire Road, a short distance away. The left branch climbs over the ridge in front of you while the right branch circles round the end of it on level ground. Once on the fire road, the ski trail stays on it and soon begins a long uphill climb. At the top of the climb, there are several kilometres of skiing over flat terrain, past swamps and meadows, before the road winds downhill to the Cascade River. From here you can see the river flowing into the upper reaches of Stewart Canyon. The canyon was formed eons ago when glaciers filled the Cascade River Valley. Important: This event is geared towards those who possess at least some minimal cross- country skiing experience and would like to gain more confidence. The coordinator discourages (in the nicest possible way :-) any skiers who are advanced or intermediate to attend this event as it is genuinely dedicated to those who need a refresher while still covering a good distance & getting a good workout. We will practice together, fall together if need be and have FUN together so bring your happy disposition with you ! We will stop at the Sulphur Hot Springs on the way back. Please note that the Co-ordinator has not skied on this trail before. | |||||||
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | Take Hwy 1 west 130km to Lake Minnewanka Road (exit just before Banff). Take Lake Minnewanka Road to Lake Minnewanka Parking Area (the winter trailhead for Cascade Fire Road). | ||||||
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | 0Km | ||||||
Carpool Departure Time: | 9:00 AM | ||||||
Carpool Location: | Log in for location | ||||||
Carpool Directions: |
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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: |