Description:
This is a great opportunity for members to volunteer and get outdoors, enjoy the fresh air and get some horizontal exercise without any elevation gain and assist with Staking the Lake at Lake Louise to mark the 1 Kilometer and 2 Kilometer trails prior to Race Day that is scheduled for Sunday, March 3rd. Snowshoes are a must for this event.
The Lake Louise Loppet is Western Canada’s oldest citizens’ Cross Country Ski Race and attracts racers from 3 to 87 years of age and Olympic champions to first-timers.
• Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to changes inclement weather conditions.
• Carpooling: Use your own discretion and what you are comfortable with.
• Washrooms may not be available - please be prepared to pack out what you bring in, such as
Toilet paper, etc.
• Please make yourself aware of the risks in participating in this sort of event and decide accordingly.
• Don`t forget the usual items; proper clothing, water, food, equipment and first aid kit.
• Trip participants are asked to provide their cell contact information and emergency contact information to the trip coordinator, prior to, due to the 'meet at trail head' requirement.
• Please do not sign up if you are experiencing any flu like, cold, or Covid19 symptoms.
Travel Distance: 182.5 Kilometers One Way / 1 Hour and 57 Minutes
Difficulty Level: Easy
Rendezvous Point: North Edworthy Park, northeast corner, look for the white Ford Explorer. Please arrive 15 minutes before so a carpooling can be arranged, as we will be leaving at 8:00 a.m. sharp.
Event Coordinator: For inquiries, please contact the event coordinator(s) Lori at (403) 283-7386 or by email ldavidson@telus.net or Gerry at (587) 577-1457 or by email at GerryGalambos@shaw.ca. On the day of the event, call or text Lori at (403) 803-2953 if your plans have changed.
Pet Policy: No Pets Allowed. If you bring your pet and leave it the vehicle while we are staking the Lake, you will be asked to leave the event.
Guest Policy: The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member, from outside the Club, attending an event at this time.
Please ensure that you have a current Parks Pass.
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