Marmot Basin Ski Trip to Jasper - Sat, Nov 25 2017, Sun, Nov 26 2017

Marmot Basin Ski Trip to Jasper (11/25/2017)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Downhill Ski
Event Location: Marmot Basin, Jasper
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Nov 25 2017, Sun, Nov 26 2017  4:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 4:30 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Nov 3 2017 5:00:00 PM
Event Duration:2 days 1 night
Difficulty Rating:D1: Easy
Event Coordinator(s): Beata
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Member Cost:$282.45/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:5
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

About the resort:

Marmot Basin is located at the highest base elevation out of any resort in Canada. This allows for some fantastic dry, powder days. The terrain is diverse and offers skiers and snowboarders of all levels many options for runs and play time. From every location on the mountain you are surrounded by breathtaking scenery that go on and on. The terrain is so large in fact that you will not be running into too many people on the runs.

About the trip:

The weekend includes accommodation for one night, wine night on saturday, escape card for marmot, adult lift tickets for two days and transportation to Jasper (from Edmonton).

About the terrain:

  • Elevation: 3,000ft (914m) vertical drop 8,570ft- 5570ft (2,612m- 1,698m)
  • Mid Mountain elevation: 6,494ft (1,980m)
  • Size: 1,675 acres (678 hectares) of terrain
  • Altitude: Canada's Highest Base Elevation: 5,570ft (1,698m)
  • Distance: Longest Run—5.6km
  • Lift System: 7 lifts including 3 high-speed quads
  • Runs: 86 - 30% Novice, 30% Intermediate, 20% Advanced, 20% Expert
  • Variety: Groomed runs, trees, bumps, alpine bowls and chutes
  • Rogers Terrain Park: S,M,L and XL features including jumps, rails, boxes and jibs
  • Mini Terrain Park: S and M features including rails and boxes

  • To secure your spot on this trip, you can pay directly to Beata via e-transfer to bmk@ualberta.ca

    Required Items to Bring:
  • Appropriate clothing for the conditions
  • Ski/board gear
  • Cash/credit for food
  • Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

    How to Get There:
    Event Directions:
    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):0Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 4:30 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions

    Notes:

    - 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:$282.45/Person
    Cost Includes:
  • 1- night stay at lobstick lodge based on double or triple occupancy per room (That is 2-3 people per room with two double beds)
  • Two bottles of wine for the group to enjoy on saturday prior to hot tub soak
  • 2 days of skiing (rentals not included - budget an extra $90 plus tax for rentals if you need)
  • Escape card
  • Round trip transportation from Edmonton to Jasper, and from Hotel to Resort
  • Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the EOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

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