XC Skiing - Pipestone Loop - Sat, Feb 4 2017

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XC Skiing - Pipestone Loop (2/4/2017)

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:

Ski - Cross-Country

Event Location:

Near Lake Louise

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Feb 4 2017 10:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:15 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Feb 3 2017 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

3-4 hours (plus driving time)

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Jacques M
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Total distance: 13Km
Total elevation gain: 190m
Pace: Relaxed 5-6 Km/Hr

Pipestone Loop is a single track-set trail consisting of gently rolling terrain with the occasional open meadows. This event is geared towards members who are comfortable skiing track-set Green and Blue trails.

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

Click Here to review trail conditions

Required Items to Bring:
- XC skis & wax kit
- XC ski boots & poles
- Water
- Lunch and/or snacks
- Back pack with extra warm clothing

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Personal First Aid Kit
- Park Pass

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Head west on Hwy 1 (Trans-Canada) and continue to Lake Louise. Just past Lake Louise, turn right at the sign for the Pipestone Day-Use Area.

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):

360Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:15 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $108.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Thursday, April 18, 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:

Winter Safety Considerations
Entered by Jacques M on Jan 27, 2017
Terrain Classification: This event is exempted from avalanche planning because it takes place on groomed cross-country ski trails.

- 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: