Moraine Lake Road - Mon, Dec 28 2015

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Moraine Lake Road (12/28/2015)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Ski - Cross-Country

Event Location:

Lake Louise

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Dec 28 2015 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Dec 27 2015 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

4 hours (plus driving time)

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Bruce F
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Total Distance: 15.6km
Elevation Gain: 250m
Pace: Relaxed

This event is geared towards those who possess at least some cross-country skiing experience.

This scenic trial follows along Moraine Lake Road, which is closed to traffic in winter. The trail is trackset and includes both gently rolling and hilly stretches. Tracksetting ends at a viewpoint of Consolation Valley and the Ten Peaks. We will not be continuing past the viewpoint as that area enters into avalanche terrain. We will have lunch at the viewpoint and then return the way we came.

Ref: Chic Scott's Ski Trails in the Canadian Rockies, 1st Edition, Trip 55, p. 94.

Please Note: we will be briefly stopping at the Samson Mall in Lake Louise prior to starting the event. Also if you are looking for a fast paced event or are in a rush to get back to Calgary, this is not the event for you.

Required Items to Bring:
- XC or light-touring skis, poles, and wax
- winter clothing (no cotton)
- a backpack with extra warm clothing
- plenty of water and food
- 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.
- sunglasses or goggles
- personal first-aid kit
- camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Follow the Trans-Canada (Hwy #1) west towards Lake Louise and take the Lake Louise exit. Follow the signs to the Chateau Lake Louise hotel. You will now be on Lake Louise Drive, which climbs from the lower town site of Lake Louise towards the Chateau. After several kilometers, the road takes a sharp turn to the left to make its final climb up to the Chateau. Approximately 1 km before reaching the Chateau, turn left onto Moraine Lake road. The parking area is immediately ahead.

Please Note: we will be briefly stopping at the Samson Mall in Lake Louise prior to starting the event.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

320Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $96.00 (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:

If the forecast calls for extremely cold temperatures or heavy snow (or lack of snow), the event will be either cancelled or re-scheduled.

Winter Safety Considerations
Entered by Bruce F on Dec 07, 2015.
Terrain Classification: This event is exempted from avalanche planning because it is on groomed cross-country ski trails. We will not be continuing past the viewpoint as that area enters into avalanche terrain.

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

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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: