FULL - Snowshoe Trip in Canmore & Kootenay - Fri, Feb 14 2014, Sat, Feb 15 2014, Sun, Feb 16 2014, Mon, Feb 17 2014

FULL - Snowshoe Trip in Canmore & Kootenay (2/14/2014)

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT 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. After you sign up at the bottom, you will be presented with information about how to pay. Late payments are NOT accepted for this event, in any circumstance.

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:

Snow Shoe

Event Location:

Canmore Area and Kootenay Nat'l Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Feb 14 2014, Sat, Feb 15 2014, Sun, Feb 16 2014, Mon, Feb 17 2014 5:00 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Feb 7 2014 12:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

4 Days, 3 Nights

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Sandie
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Member Cost:

$85.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

12 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

***PLEASE NOTE:*** This event is now FULL.

Our snowshoeing pace will be EASY-PACED - no speed demons please.

The plan is to enjoy the beautiful scenery, the great company, and the photo opportunities while having FUN so bring your cheerful personalities along.

The maximum number of people for this trip is 12. I have made hostel reservations for 3 private rooms with 4 bunk beds in each room for this trip at The Hostel Bear in Canmore.

About The Hostel Bear: Bedding will be provided and sleeping bags are NOT permitted. There is a well equipped kitchen with appliances, pots and pans, dishes to cook your own food for the weekend. There is running water, hot showers and electricity here.

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ITINERARY:

FRIDAY - Drive to Canmore.

SATURDAY and SUNDAY - As discussed, Rummel Creek on Saturday and Haffner, Paint Pots, and Marble Canyon trails on Sunday. Further details sent to attendees.

MONDAY - We will hike up Grotto Canyon (4km, gradual elevation gain) mid morning to view the pictographs then head back to Edmonton in the afternoon. *Please note that ice grips are a requirement!*

Possible late afternoon/evening activities: ice skating on the pond in town &/or wander around the streets & shops &/or hang out in a pub & hope to find some live music. Plus we can check out their winter carnival.

**Please note that there will be an optional meeting at Block 1912 on Wednesday, February 12th at 7:00pm to discuss carpool arrangements, meals, etc.**

Required Items to Bring:
Snowshoes, poles, snowboots/hiking boots for the snowshoes, gaitors, skates, icers/cleats for your boots for Grotto Canyon (a must!), warm clothing, toiletries, etc.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
EAR PLUGS!
Nat'l Parks Pass

Notes:

- Registration is NOT COMPLETE until you've signed up and paid by the registration cut off date. The money must be in the EOC's possession by that date. No exceptions.
- When a minimum group size appears, this is to let you know that the event will be cancelled with refunds to those who have already paid, if the minimum number of registered participants is not met. For any events where EOC needs a minimum number of participants, there will be absolutely no refunds of money if you cancel.
- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
- Please scroll through and read the entire online waiver when you sign up.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.

Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$85.00/Person

Cost Includes:

3 nights of accommodation at The Hostel Bear and EOC admin fees

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the EOC on Fri, Feb 7 2014.

Make a Payment:

Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!