To celebrate the shortest day of the year we will tour out. Depending on avalanche and road conditions we will ski either on the 93 South, 93 North or on Highway 1 between Banff and Lake Louise. At the moment, the avalanche forecast looks considerable, so we will likely be skiing below treeline. If conditions remain considerable or high, we will tour out in simple cross-country skiing terrain - we will ski whatever will go on the day. Some options are: Redearth Creek to Picnic Site or Shadow Lake Lodge, Tower Lake, Goat Creek from Canmore to Banff with car shuttle, Johnson Creek to Ink Pots, Simpson River to Park Boundary, Baker Creek, Crowfoot Glades. Elevation gain will be in the range of 150m-760m. Distance will be in the range of 6km-15km. This trip is suitable for novice/intermediate skiers. Skiing will be at a moderate pace.
When signing up, please email the trip leader at mail@spolt.ca stating your ski touring experience level and current fitness level so that we can choose a trip that fits everyone in our group.
Required Items to Bring:
Egg nog, gingerbread cookies, hot chocolate and candy canes.
Repair kit for your particular bindings, skins and skis, first aid kit, radios, inreach/PLB/Spot.
How to Get There:
Carpool Departure Time:
08:00 AM
Carpool Location:
Canmore/Banff
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Waiver and Membership Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to you having a current membership and a current signed
ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”), which is signed in conjunction with purchasing/renewing your membership.
A separate Waiver is not required. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca. If your
membership renews prior to the activity taking place, you will be required to agree to a new Waiver upon renewal, this new Waiver will apply to your participation in this activity. By proceeding with the booking, you agree to the foregoing waiver terms. Bookings
without a current Waiver at the time of the activity will be cancelled.
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This event is full. If you register, you will be placed on the waiting list in case of a cancellation.