XC Ski at West Bragg Creek - Wed, Feb 8 2017

XC Ski at West Bragg Creek (2/8/2017)

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.

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The Basics:
Event Type:Ski - Cross-Country
Event Location:West Bragg Creek
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Feb 8 2017  10:30 AM
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Feb 8 2017 9:00:00 AM
Event Duration:Approx 2 - 3 hrs + driving time
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Rick 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:12
Maximum No. Guests:0
Minimum Group Size:2
Maximum No. Guests Per Member:0
Number Registered So Far: 2 (Log in to see who's signed up.)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
With the recent snow at West Bragg Creek the trails are in very good condition. We'll see which trails have been groomed on the website on the morning of the event and choose accordingly.
Dress warm as it will still be cold although the forecast is for much warmer than Tuesday.
Since West Bragg Creek is so close there won't be a carpool.
This event is for intermediate to advanced skiers as the pace will be 5k/hr +
We'll stop in at Creekers Bistro at Bragg for drinks and snacks afterwards if there is enough interest.

Required Items to Bring:
- All cross-country equipment and wax kit.
- Lunch, snacks, water
- Extra layers of clothing
- Day pack
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Thermos with something warm to drink
- Camera

How to Get There:
Event Directions:From Calgary, take Hwy 22 south to Bragg Creek. Before the 4- way stop in Bragg Creek turn right (Balsam Ave). Take Balsam Ave for ~500 meters to T-intersection. Left onto Centre Ave (turns into Township Road 232). 10km until West Bragg Creek trailhead. Parking lot on the right hand (North) side of the road.

Notes:
Winter Safety Considerations Entered by Rick Maunsell on Feb. 5, 2017. Terrain Classification: This event is exempted from avalanche planning because: Groomed x-c ski routes. 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. - We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in COC events. - Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning. - Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. - 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. -Support the club by purchasing a Premier Membership: $25 a year
- 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.
 
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Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: