West Bragg Creek XC Ski for Newbies - Sun, Dec 13 2015

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West Bragg Creek XC Ski for Newbies (12/13/2015)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Ski - Cross-Country

Event Location:

West Bragg Creek

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Dec 13 2015 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 10:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Dec 12 2015 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 to 3 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Danny O
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

The plan is to ski up the Mountain Road until it starts to get steep (about 3-4 km), then turn around and ski back. There is one very short but slightly steep hill just across the bridge, the rest of the elevation gain is very moderate. The trails may or may not be track set. If you're sort of new to XC sking, this is a good way to get started.

You should have at least attended a clinic on how to XC Ski or can fake it.

Our pace will be slow. Advanced skiers are welcome but be prepared to assist the newbies. If you just want to come and do your own thing, find another event that is closer to your needs.

Equipment can be rented from MEC 403-269 2420 or UofC Outdoor Center 403-220 5038

Required Items to Bring:
- Cross country ski equipment
- Appropriate clothing and backpack with extra warm clothing
- Water
- Snacks

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Camera
-Change of clothes
-Money for coffee, carpool
-skijoring belt (for dog owners)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take Hwy 22 south to Bragg Creek. Just before the 4-way stop in Bragg Creek turn right (Balsam Ave). Take this street for ~500meters to a T-intersection and then turn left (onto Centre Ave). Take this road (which turns into township road 232) for 10km until you reach the West Bragg Creek trail head. The parking lot will be on the right hand (North) side of the road.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

120Km

Carpool Departure Time:

10:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $36.00 (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:

- 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: