Backpacking - Egypt Lake via Healy Pass - Sat, Jul 10 2010, Sun, Jul 11 2010

Backpacking - Egypt Lake via Healy Pass (7/10/2010)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

Banff National Park. Coordinator-provided carpool departs from University Transit Centre

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 10 2010, Sun, Jul 11 2010 7:30 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Jul 5 2010 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 Days, 1 Night

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Karl
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Member Cost:

$72.73/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance: 12.3 km, one way
Elevation Gain: 400 m

This is a weekend backpack trip to picturesque Egypt Lake in Banff. To spice it up a bit from a regular in-and-out trip, we're going to take a slightly different route in than we are out!

We'll meet at the University Transit Centre and leave for Banff at 7:45 AM sharp, stopping briefly in Calgary for lunch. At 1:00 PM, we catch a shuttle bus from the Sunshine Village parking lot to the base of the ski resort. We'll hike through two alpine areas, Simpson Pass and Healy Pass, before descending to the Egypt Lake campground to set up camp, relax and explore the area.

The following day, we'll make our way back over Healy Pass, and continue with a gradual descent to return to the parking area. On our way back to Edmonton, we'll make a stop in Airdrie for dinner.

NOTES:
- You should be fit enough to carry a heavy backpack for the distance/elevation.
- We will be passing through alpine terrain, so please be prepared for high winds, low temperatures and snow, even though it's July.
- The coordinator is organizing a single carpool for this event, the out-of-pocket expenses for which are covered in the event cost.
- This is a first-paid, first-get-on event. Payment is due immediately upon registration, or you will be moved to the waiting list. If you didn't pay and someone else on the waitlist did, they will get on before you!
- Refunds after the cut off are not possible, but you can find a replacement and work out the payment amongst yourselves.
- Sharing of tents and other equipment will be required. Details will be worked out once the participant list is finalized.
- Missing a tent, sleeping bag, pad or other gear? Equipment rentals are available at MEC!

PAYMENT NOTES & INSTRUCTIONS:
The event cost is $72.73. The following payment methods are available:

1) Paypal, send payment to: treasurer@edmontonoutdoorclub.com

2) Interac E-Mail Transfer:
Send payment to: treasurer@edmontonoutdoorclub.com

For detailed instructions on using either method, please see the payment guide.

WAITLISTERS
This is a first paid first get on event. If you add yourself to the waiting list and you see the event hasn't hit the max participant number yet, send in your payment and you will be added ahead of other waitlisters. Any overbooking will be fully refunded.

The event cost is the sum of my out of pocket expenses, which are vehicle rental ($25.33), gas ($17.37), wilderness passes ($9.80), wilderness pass reservation fees ($2.73), Paypal/Bank fees ($2.50), and the Sunshine Meadows Shuttle ticket cost ($15.00). I am volunteering as the driver and offering my park entry pass to share with the group. You will get a partial refund if actual vehicle costs are lower.

Required Items to Bring:
- Camping gear. See: EOC Backpack Event Checklist
- Waterproof boots

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Bear spray
- Hiking Poles

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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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:

$72.73/Person

Cost Includes:

-Return transportation to trailhead from Edmonton (van rental, gas and driving volunteered by me)
-National Park pass
-Overnight wilderness pass

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the EOC on Mon, Jul 5 2010.

Make a Payment:

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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!
*Note: Cancellations before the registration cut-off will receive a full refund. Cancellations after the cut-off will receive NO refund, but you are free to find someone to replace you.