Description

*** If I do not know you, or it has been a while since we last skied together, please email me describing your fit with the requirements below – I won’t chase people for this information. ***

 

*** This trip is open to ACC Vancouver members only ***

*** Max 7 people. No car camping – don’t ask ***

 

*** If this trip is popular I may be able to rent another cabin ***

 

4 days, 3 nights at Coquihalla Lakes Lodge. Late checkout on Sunday.

Participants can join any time on Thursday January 23rd – Early for a day of skiing or later, before or after dinner.

 

This trip is intended for intermediate or better riders. I will consider strong beginners as long as I have skied with you before.

 

Accommodation:

-There are mattresses but no sheets – please bring your own

-There is one bedroom – reserved for a couple or 1 or 2 women if they want it

-There are 5 beds up-stairs, everyone should have their own bed if there are 2 people in the bedroom

-One bathroom = no shower or hot water hogs

 

 

Meals:

-I am open to shared meals – more social but a PITA to organize.

-Some snacks to share: Chips, veggies etc.

 

Requirements:

-Good attitude

-Prior touring experience

-Adequate fitness for a 3 consecutive 1200 to 1500 meter days

-Ability to ski black runs in any conditions

-AST 1 equivalent or better

 

Required gear:

-Touring kit (skis or board)

-Avi gear (beacon, shovel, probe)

-Food and water

-Layers

 

Recommended: Chocolate for the leader!