Burgess Shale Walcott Quarry Hike (full !!per Parks Canada) - Sat, Sep 19 2015

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Burgess Shale Walcott Quarry Hike (full !!per Parks Canada) (9/19/2015)

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:

Hike

Event Location:

Yoho National Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Sep 19 2015 7:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 6:30 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Sep 14 2015 4:30:00 PM

Event Duration:

One full day

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Difficult to Advanced

Event Coordinator(s):

Bob (Ran) Z
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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members & Guests, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

(Important!!!) Please sign up ONLY when you have paid your fee to Parks Canada as described below. Reserve your spot at HI-Whiskey Jack Hostel is highly recommended. Walcott Quarry hikes depart at 7:15 a.m. MDT from the Takakkaw Falls parking lot. Hike ends at the same location.

Please arrive at 7:00 a.m. MDT to meet the guide and go through hike preparations. The Takakkaw Falls parking lot is a 14 kilometre (9 mile) drive from the Trans-Canada Highway; allow 30 minutes to drive from Field, British Columbia. The road to Takakkaw Falls is steep, with tight switchbacks. Leave trailers in the parking lot across from Monarch Campground.

This awe-inspiring hike to the Walcott Quarry takes you through a variety of mountain landscapes including stunning views of Emerald Lake. Wear sturdy hiking boots for this 10.5 hour, 21 km (13 mile) round trip hike 505 million years back in time. Limited to a maximum of 12 people, this fun and educational hike is an experience you will remember for a lifetime. Don't forget your camera!

This hike is very difficult and involves steep elevation gains of 825 metres (2710 feet) in challenging backcountry terrain. It is the equivalent of climbing all the stairs up and down again in a 234 story building over a 21 km (13 mile) distance. Ensure you are prepared for this level of difficulty and all weather conditions, including heavy rains and snow.

Required Items to Bring:
- Warm layers of clothes (no cotton)
- rain jacket and rain pants
- winter gloves
- a winter toque (no cotton)

- Hearty lunch and multiple snacks.
- Drinking water (at least 2 litres or � gallon).
- Sturdy and worn in hiking boots, plus hiking poles and extra wool socks.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat
- Sturdy backpack
- Toilet paper in a plastic bag.
- Personal medical supplies, blister kit and reading glasses (if you need them)

Note - bring all items on the list regardless of the weather forecast.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

We will stay at the HI-Whiskey Jack Hotel the night before. Driving/walking to Takakkaw Falls parking lot in the morning.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

432Km

Carpool Departure Time:

6:30 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $129.60 (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:

Dial 1-877-RESERVE (1-877-737-3783) or visit www.reservations.parkscanada.gc.ca to create an account and make your reservation online.

Visit HI-Whiskey Jack Hostelling International to book your Friday 18th night of stay.

This trip will be guided by a guide from Parks Canada and I will be Parks Canada's assistant guide for that day.

Please email if you have any questions :)

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Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: