Toronto Section Summer Mountaineering Camp 2016 Dates & Price

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1 Toronto Section Summer Mountaineering Camp 2016 Dates & Price Week 1: July 16 - July 23, 2016, *$1,400 approx. Week 2: July 23 - July 30, 2016,*$1,200 approx. Both Weeks: July , *$2,170 approx. * As pricing is based on a full camp and some things cannot be foreseen, the prices are an estimation not a guaranteed rate Payment Schedule for 2016 Section Camp Deposits due now :1 week $300, both weeks $500 Next installment deadline is April 15: Week 1- $550 $1,400 ($300 deposit + $ $550) Week 2 - $450 $1,200 ($300 deposit +$ $450) Both weeks $850 $2,600- $430 [only one heli and shuttle fee in/out] ($500 deposit + $850 + $850 Final Payments Due: June 15 th Bill Putnam - Fairy Meadows Camp Each year the Toronto Section organizes a section camp into the mountains. Most years the destination is in the mountains of western Canada. This year is no exception. We have booked the Bill Putnam - Fairy Meadows hut for 2 consecutive weeks in July (16-23 and 23-30) This hut-based camp is open to all members of the Toronto Section, with at least minimal summer mountaineering experience. Given the area and difficulties of the terrain, it is recommended that we have a larger than usual number of experienced leaders in camp.

2 Proposed Itinerary Kick Off Meeting - Either Friday July 16th or 23 depending on your week, arrive in Golden. It is essential that all participants attend this meeting. During the group meeting camp committee members will review the, week's itinerary, participants expectations, do an equipment check. If you are running late, or cannot make the meeting, please make arrangements ahead of time or contact your trip leaders. Day 1 (Sat) meet at 7:00pm at Kicking horse lodge, shuttle to staging area, flight into camp, sleeping arrangements and dinner Day 2 snow school for most participants Days 2-6* explore the Peaks in the area with possible overnights bivies for larger summits Day* 7 (Fri) Explore the peaks in the area, pack and relax Day 8 (Sat) - fly out and shuttle return to Golden *Those staying for both weeks may do extended trips the first friday/saturday As we can not ensure time of helicopters, it is recommended to not plan to fly home on the Saturday. Travel and Transportation The most convenient airport is Calgary International Airport. Lake Louise is about 2 hours 15 minutes from Calgary and can be easily reached by shuttle bus or car. Brewster runs an airport shuttle that services Lake Louise ( ). Greyhound also runs a service through Lake Louise (

3 Trips may not run exactly according to schedule for reasons beyond our control (weather, wildlife, Parks regulations, etc). For this reason, we recommend that you do not book any scheduled travel (i.e. airplane flights) within a day or two of the last scheduled day of your camp. What s Included: Week 1 will have a guide present to advise trip leaders, ask advice, and lead from the rear. Daily excursions are provided by amateur leaders, on vacation themselves but volunteering their time and experience for others all meals while in camp (except for lunch on fly-in days) Accommodation at ACC s Bill Putnam Hut for the duration of the camp Shuttle service from Golden to staging area and return to Golden from staging Helicopter flight in/out of camp All group gear Participants must provide: Transportation to/from Kicking Horse Lodge Meals and accommodation outside of camp days Breakfast and lunch on fly-in days Personal Gear (see equipment list in)

4 While this camp can accommodate participants new to mountaineering, the organizers may place you on a waiting list while they await more leaders to help keep the ratio of new participants low. If you plan to attend and more importantly enjoy this camp, you must have a good level of fitness and be able to carry up to a 16 18kg (35 40lb) pack for several hours. Prior experience on rough terrain would add to your enjoyment as well. Personal Gear: Equipment The equipment list should be reviewed carefully when packing for this camp - please pack lightly. Do not hesitate to contact the camp organizers if you have any questions at all about your equipment. We recommend that the total weight of your gear not exceed pounds, for the helicopter The following stores offer rental gear: Gear Up (Canmore) (8:00am-7:00pm MST) 10% discount on rental gear and 10% discount on retail gear (except ropes) to ACC Mountain Adventure participants. Campus Outdoor Centre, University of Calgary (8:00am-8:00pm MST) Mountain Equipment Co-op (403) (Calgary) or (604) (Vancouver). MEC will apply a portion of your rental cost toward purchase.

5 Blisters are always a problem on camps and inevitably slow down the entire group. Please ensure your boots fit properly and have been tested out prior to your camp. Alert camp staff at the first sign of a blister blisters will only get worse if you wait.

6 Equipment List Suggested Clothing List Long underwear top and bottoms (synthetic or merino wool) Warm outer pants (e.g. Schoeller or fleece.) Fleece or other synthetic jacket/sweater (insulation layer) Gore-Tex jacket (or equivalent waterproof/breathable outer shell w/ hood) Wind/waterproof shell pants (Gore-Tex or equivalent, preferably full side-zip) Warm wool or synthetic socks o Tip: add a thin liner sock if you are prone to blisters Light waterproof gloves Spare warm gloves Toque (warm hat) or balaclava Gaitors Sun hat with neck and ear protection Down or synthetic insulated jacket Comfortable hut clothing for evenings, booties Personal Equipment

7 Large size duffle (50-70 litres) for personal gear for flights Sleeping bag (+5 C to -10 C/41F to 14F, depending on your comfort level) Sunglasses -close fitting with good UV protection & side shields Sunscreen and lip protection with minimum SPF 30 Water bottle(s) - 1 litre, wide mouth, plastic with tight lid (hydration systems tend to rupture and freeze, so make sure you have a water bottle as well) Small personal first aid kit - band aids, moleskin, duct tape, medications, etc. Toilet kit including towel and Camp Suds (biodegradable soap) Headlamp - with spare batteries and bulb Toilet paper (a small personal amount for during the day) Lighter Ziploc bags/container for lunch Climbing Equipment Mountaineering boots - sturdy, supportive, designed for rock and snow and suitable for attachment of crampons. Leather boots recommended. Climbing harness Crampons, mountaineering-style with front points and anti-balling plates - please fit crampons to bootsprior to trip) Ice axe - approximately 70 cm (27 ) length, with wrist loop

8 Helmet One ice screw Belay/rappel device Two locking carabiners - at least one Munter (pear shape) If buying the carabiners, make sure one of them is a triple action locking munter carabiner, such as a ball locking or Lock Secure carabiner Two non-locking identical carabiners One length of nylon webbing 3 meters (10 ) long, 1 thickness. One Prusik cord 5 meters (16 ) long, 7 mm diameter One Prusik cord 3 meters (10 ) long, 7 mm diameter Optional Equipment Collapsible trekking/ski poles for hiking (at least one is STRONGLY recommended) Shorts / T-shirt Earplugs (good for sleeping in noisy huts) Camera, spare batt. and memory card Pocket knife (Swiss Army style) Thermos Map and compass / Altimeter / GPS Reading material/journal/pencil

9 Backup axe Rock rack Trad/sport draws Boot waterproofing Double rope Gps, Spot Route cards Emerg blanket Binocular Bug shirt/hat Snow picket or fluke Small personal amount of liquor / treats, if desired Umbrella Water purification tables (Aquatabs) or UV light pen Some notes on equipment: Very little equipment or replacement parts will be available on the trip, so be sure you arrive properly equipped with all items adjusted, sized and in very good condition. Shortages and inadequate gear may limit your enjoyment of the experience, rule out your participation in some activities, or impose an unnecessary burden on other participants. It is highly advisable that all equipment (particularly new, borrowed or unfamiliar gear) is checked out extensively before the camp on at least one other trip.

10 The ACC will supply all group gear including ropes, first aid kit, group repair kit, additional technical gear, etc. All huts are supplied with eating utensils and mattresses. Recommended Reading Guidebooks: Selkirks North, by David P. Jones, Summits & Icefields vol 2: Ski Tours in the Columbia Mountains by Chic ScottBackcountry Huts and Lodges of the Rockies and Columbia s, by Jim Scott General Interest Place Names of the Canadian Alps, by Putnam, W.L. et al Freedom of the Hills, by the Mountaineers Press Map Sheets We recommend you purchase the following Maps: 1: 50,000 NEED BOTH 82 N/13 Sullivan River Topographical Maps 82N/12 & 82N/13 AND 82 N/12 Mt Sir Sandford

11 1;20,000 ONE map covers ALL Fairy Meadow climbs 082 N071, BUT if anyone is going to Great Cairn Hut to Sir Sandford they also need 082 N061 Discount on Books and maps Recommended books and maps are listed on the equipment list. ACC members receive a 15% discount on select books and maps. Contact us at (403) , Ext. 0, check our website at or info@alpineclubofcanada.ca for further details.