We can potentially expand the group size if
there are more leaders.
We will go to Parker's ridge and practice
self-
arresting, steep snow climbing techniques,
anchors and other skills like glissading. Time
permitting, we'll practice crevasse rescue.
We will depart from the hostel Saturday
morning, so the exact carpool time and details
will be sorted out Friday evening with
participants.
Required Items to Bring:
Helmet, mountaineering boots, ice axe, harness.
Appropriate clothing to spend the day out.
Water-proof pants, gaiters, multiple gloves.
Sunscreen, food, water, lots of gloves and/or
waterproof gloves. You will get wet.
Recommended Items to Bring:
Crevasse rescue gear of your choice(anchor
material, pulley's, carabiners, pickets,
flukes,etc.)
How to Get There:
Event Directions:
30Km North of Rampart creek hostel on Highway 93N.
Parking lot for Hilda creek hostel on East side of
highway.
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Waiver and Membership Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to you having a current membership and a current signed
ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”), which is signed in conjunction with purchasing/renewing your membership.
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without a current Waiver at the time of the activity will be cancelled.
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Registration for this event closed on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 12:00 AM.