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Cross Country Skiing Cascade Fire Road / Banff National Park Changed to Great Divide

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About this event

Description:

This is one of the most popular ski trails in Banff National Park. It is always will groomed, and because it follows an old fire road, it requires little snow to be skiable. The route makes a pleasant outing for all levels of ability.

This event will be divided into two groups; one for fast skiers that will be led by Poul and the not so fast skiers by Gerry.

Please be aware if there is inclement weather forecasted the day of the event, it may be rescheduled and / or cancelled.

• Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to inclement weather.

• 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; bear spray, 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 the event.

• Please do not sign up if you are experiencing any flu like, cold, or Covid19 symptoms.

Distance: 10+ Kilometer Loop

Elevation Gain: 200 Meters

Travel Distance: 117.6 Kilometers One Way (1 Hour and 35 Minutes)

Difficulty Level: Easy / Moderate

Event Coordinator: For inquiries, please contact the trip coordinator Poul at (403) 880-8169 (c) or by email at poul@telus.net , or Gerry at (587) 577-1457 or by email at gerrygalambos@shaw.ca. On the day of the event, call or text Poul at (403) 880-8168 if your plans have changed.

Rendezvous Point: North Edworthy Park, Northeast Corner, Look for a black Nissan maxima. Please arrive 15 minutes before so a carpooling can be arranged, as we will be leaving at 8:00 a.m. sharp.

Pet Policy: No Pets Will be Allowed.

Guest Policy: The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member, from outside the club, attending an event at this time.

Please Note: A minimum of 4 members are required for the event to go ahead as scheduled.

Please plan to purchase a Parks Canada Pass in advance.

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Date and Time

Thursday, December 28, 2023, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada) (UTC-07:00)

Location

Edworthy Park, North Parking Lot, Northeast Corner, Look for the black Nissan Maxima
Map to Edworthy
Shaganappi Trail and Bowness Road NW
Calgary, AB
CAN

Additional Info

Cross Country & Snowshoeing

Event Contact(s)

Poul Overgaard
Trip Coordinator

Gerry Galambos

Registration Info

Registration has closed - Event is past

Cancellation Policy:

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Cancellation, for a scheduled event that does not involve payment, should be made as above. If you need to cancel at the last-minute, contact the host via text or email. If you are running late, please notify the host as soon as safely possible. Please do not be a no-show. This means people may be waiting unnecessarily for you and may mean other members may not be able to attend when there are limited spots. No-shows may be banned from future events.