It’s my semi-annual attempt at completing the endurance and distance of the Cookie Race, without all the exciting competition that Foothills Nordic very kindly hosts. Instead, we’ll do this on a weekend they’re not racing, get an early start, and see if we can accomplish the 42 km route. Participants are pre-screened, and must have accomplished at least two 20km trips this season. A steady pace will be needed to ensure we return before the sun sets. If you have questions, please contact the coordinate directly.
Additional Links:
https://foothillsnordic.ca/races/cookie-race/
https://foothillsnordic.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/KSM2020_RaceNotice.pdf
Difficulty Level: Difficult (D5)
Distance: 42 km
Elevation: 450-600 m
Duration: 6-8 hrs (+ driving time; 1.5 hrs one way)
What to Bring: Skis, boots, poles, warm weather clothes, water, lunch, snacks, cash for driver.
Coordinator:Poul Overgaard
Contact Information: poul@telus.net or (403) 880-8168(cell)
Trailhead: Pocaterra
Driving Distance/Carpool Fee: 254 km; $15/person
Directions: From the Trans-Canada, take Highway 40 south towards Kananaskis. Follow the road 50km until you read a snow blockade (the stretch from here through Highwood Pass is closed over the winter), and turn right onto Kananaskis Lakes Trail within PLPP. 2.2km in, turn left into the parking lot and trailhead (turning right would take you to the Smith Dorrien). Note: The Kananaskis Lakes Trail can be icy in winter - use caution when driving. (Google Maps)
Carpool Departs At: 7: 30 am. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to coordinate carpooling.
Carpool Departure Location: Meet at the north Edworthy parking lot. Located at the intersection of Shaganappi Trail and Memorial Drive/Bowness Road. GPS coordinates are: 51.06361, -114.150976. (Google Maps)
Notice of Cancellation: Please contact the trip leader if you need to cancel your registration.
Safety Precaution: This is a long ski and a steady pace will be needed to finish before sunset. Skiers must be fit and have participated in several skis over 20km this past season to be allowed on the trip.