Scramble/Alpine Climbing - Mount Lorette (South Ridge) - Wednesday, Jul 10, 2024

The Basics:
Event Type: Alpine 
Event Location: Kananaskis 
Event Starts:   Wednesday, Jul 10, 2024 08:00 AM  
Event Ends:   Wednesday, Jul 10, 2024 05:00 PM  
Registration Cut Off:   Tuesday, Jul 09, 2024 07:00 PM  
Difficulty Rating:   D3 - See Conversion Chart  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Christopher Candela
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only  
Attendee Screening:   Attendees are Pre-Screened
Maximum Group Size: 3
Minimum Group Size: 2
Number Registered So Far:   3 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
Are Dogs Permitted:   No

Itinerary:

We'll climb the South Ridge of Mount Lorette in Kananaskis.
It's mostly a scramble with some short sections of mid-class 5th climbing. We'll use a rope for these.
- A bike is MANDATORY for the approach (Stoney trail). We won't try to cross the Kananaskis River
- We will protect the rock climbing sections with gear and ropes but participants MUST be comfortable on moderate/hard scrambles (Class 4th) as we can't protect these.
- Participants MUST be comfortable with exposure.
- Participants MUST know how to belay.
- Participants MUST be comfortable climbing 5.7.





Frequently asked questions:

How long is it ?
The total length of the climb is 6.5km and 1075m of elevation.

I'm not confident. Can I really do it ?
Please have a look at the requirements in the main description

What gear should I bring ?
You will need:

- Helmet (MANDATORY)
- Harness (MANDATORY)
- Belay Device (ATC or Reverso) (MANDATORY)
- A few carabiners + slings (MANDATORY)
- Climbing (Or scrambling depending on climbing skills) shoes (MANDATORY)
- InReach or similar device (if you have one)
- Camera
- Sunscreen, Glasses
- Layers (for wind, snow, cold...)
- Snack/Lunch and enough water for the day


The trip leader will bring ropes + climbing gear.
Please try to keep a little bit of space in your pack so we can share the load

What could prevent the event to happen ?
The event might be cancelled or postponed if:

- The forecast shows very cold temperatures, rain or thunderstorms
- One or many person forget essential gear
- Unexpected trail (or area) closure

Carpooling:
To be arranged with the group if needed. Note that I live in Canmore so people coming from Calgary or Cochrane will need their own transportation.

Selection Process:
If we haven't climbed together before please send an email (you'll find it at the bottom of the page) and describe:

- Your rock climbing experience (Alpine & Scramble)
- Your rock climbing training (Rock rescue, etc)

Note that this is not a first-come first-serve trip. If you don't submit this information you will not be part of the trip.

Possible hazards:

Rock falls, Cliffs, Trees, forest deadfall, and tree stumps, Creeks, Rocks and Boulders, Encounters with domestic or wild animals, Loss of balance or control, Slips trips and falls, Becoming lost or separated from one’s group

Communication, rescue and medical treatment

Communication can be difficult and in the event of an accident rescue and treatment may not be available. Adverse weather may also delay the arrival of treatment and transport out of the field. If an Injury occurs in challenging terrain movement to an evacuation point may be slow.

Other

Slips, trips and falls both outdoors and indoors, Infectious disease contracted through viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi which may be transmitted through direct or indirect contact, Equipment failure, Negligent first aid, Negligence of other people.

Waiver:
Everyone attending this event will be required to sign the ACC Waiver at the beginning of the event. Read the waiver carefully to ensure you fully understand it. If possible, please print and fill it out except for the signature fields before arriving at the event.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our participant responsibility guidelines!

Contact information:
If you have any questions or doubts feel free to send me an email at contact@candela-chris.com.
SMS or whatsapp: 514 632 4287

IMPORTANT MESSAGE:
It is a recreational trip and NOT a guided trip. The trip leader is volunteering and is not acting in the role of a guide. We are working as a group for: safety, trail breaking, decision making...

How to Get There:
Event Directions:  


 

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our participant responsibility guidelines!


Cancellation Policy
If a participant is unable to attend a paid course or trip, there will be no refund unless the participant finds a suitable replacement that is acceptable to the trip coordinator. Acceptable waiting list candidates will have priority. It will then be the participant's responsibility to recover funds from the replacement. If the coordinator cancels an event, participants get a refund (less any non-recoverable costs). Note that ACC National does not refund hut fees due to weather, delay, closures, or any other reasons. The Calgary Section of the ACC is a not for profit club and we only charge attendees what it costs us to provide courses or trips.

Trip Feedback
If you have any feedback, positive or negative, concerning this trip or any other, we want to hear from you! You can send any feedback you may have to the Section Chair.

Registration for this event closed on Tuesday, July 09, 2024 at 07:00 PM.