Banff Trilogy (3 Easy Summits) + Hot Springs - Sat, Mar 23 2019

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Banff Trilogy (3 Easy Summits) + Hot Springs (3/23/2019)

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 will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the COC.

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:

Banff

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Mar 23 2019 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Mar 22 2019 9:15:00 PM

Event Duration:

All Day

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Barbara B.
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Member Cost:

$3.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 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:

Important - Read:
This is an early season event at a relaxed pace. We will attain three summits, starting with the smallest and ending with the largest: first Stoney Squaw, then Tunnel Mountain, and lastly Sulphur Mountain. We will then take the free gondola down and go to the hot springs before heading home. You must attend all portions of this event (3 hikes + hot springs + carpool) in order to sign up. Please review full event description for specifics of heach hike, as well as costs.

Total Elevation Gain for the day:1,124m
Total Distance for the day:14.1km

Approximate Plan for the Day:
8:30am sharp - Depart carpool
10:00 - 11:45- Summit #1: Stoney Squaw
12:00 - 1:45 - Summit #2: Tunnel Mountain
2:00 - 5:00 - Summit #3: Sulphur Mountain + free gondola ride down
5:30 - 6:45 - Hot Springs

Summit #1: Stoney Squaw:
Elevation Gain:184m
Distance:4.5km (return)

This is a short "hike travels almost entirely through aromatic forest. In cool shade there are intermittent carpets of lush moss which are easy underfoot. Much of the trail is cushioned with pine needles. There are very few vistas through dense forest but the advantage is a peaceful walk in nature. Periodically there are patches of rock outcroppings rich in fossil content and the hike continues down the other side of Stoney Squaw for another couple of kilometers before turning back." (from hikingwithbarry.com)

References:
· Stoney Squaw on hikingwithbarry.com
· Don't Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies Trip 126

Summit #2: Tunnel Mountain:
Elevation Gain:270m
Distance:4.4km (return)

Tunnel Mountain, also known as Sleeping Buffalo, is another short Banff hike, but one that will begin to provide some more views. It has well-graded switchbacks to the top.

References:
· Tunnel Mountain on banffandbeyond.com
· Don't Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies Trip 125

Summit #3: Sulphur Mountain:
Elevation Gain:700m
Distance:5.2km (up only; we will take the gondola down)

While we will stick together as a group for both Stoney Squaw and Tunnel Mountain, Sulphur Mountain is utilized by many as an early season training hike. Great switchbacks lead all the way to the top and here you will have the opportunity to go at your own pace if you wish to time yourself. I ask that everyone attains the summit in ~2 hours, which seems to be a relaxed pace here. We will then all meet on the top floor (with the observation terrace), eat our packed dinners there, and then take the free gondola ride down together.

Banff Hot Springs:
From the base of the gondola we head back to our cars, drop the hiking gear, and get our swimwear. Relax - you've earned it :-).

References:
· Banff Hot Springs

Costs:
1) COC event fee:
    · $3 COC for Regular Members (bring exact change, payable at carpool).
    · $0 for Premier Members / COC Coordinators
    · You can also purchase a Premier membership the day of the event (bring $25 cash).
2) National Park Pass:
    You have three options for this:
    · Bring your own valid National Park Pass (COC members get 10% off at Campers Village)
    · Get a single day pass at the gate ($9.80)
    · Contribute $3 to get in on someone else's group pass
      (This only works if the others don't have single Adult passes).
3) Hot Springs Entry Fee:
    · $8.30 + GST Regular (get ~$1 off with AMA membership)
      This cost includes one locker token. Bathing suit/towel rentals extra.
4) Carpool Cost:
    Please bring exact change as drivers are not expected to carry change.
    Cost to be split evenly amongst all in a vehicle:
    · 3 people in car = ~$22/person
    · 4 people in car = ~$17/person

Skill-Testing Question:
If you have actually read the event description, put a star " * " in the Notes field when signing up :- ).

Required Items to Bring:
· Hiking boots
· Bag for dirty boots
· Microspikes/icers or similar traction devices
· Layered clothing
· Toque & mitts
· Rain jacket
· Packed lunch
· Packed dinner (will eat this inside at top of Sulphur)
· Drinks (minimum 2L)
· Bear spray
· First Aid kit
· Swimsuit + towel + change of clothes for way home
· $3 COC event fee (or valid Premier membership)
· $ for carpool
· $ for hot springs
· National Park pass or $ for entry

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
· Hiking poles
· Gaiters
· Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Will be provided at carpool.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

260Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $78.00 (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: This event is exempt from avalanche planning, as it is considered to be generally free from avalanche hazards due to: 1) Stoney Squaw: virtually no overhead terrain, 2) Tunnel Mountain: official year- round trail, and 3) Sulphur Mountain: official year-round trail.
- 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:

Member Cost:

$3.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$3.00/Person

Cost Includes:

$3 is the COC event fee for Regular Members. Alternatively you may wish to get a $25 Premier membership, which is valid for 12 months from date of purchase; you can get this from your coordinator at carpool. Please bring exact change.

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the COC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: