Mt. Redoubt Scramble - Monday, Jul 27, 2026

The Basics:
Event Type: Scramble 
Event Location: Mt. Redoubt - Lake Louise 
Event Starts:   Monday, Jul 27, 2026 07:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 06:00 AM @ Valley Ridge Outdoor Rink)  
Event Ends:   Monday, Jul 27, 2026 03:00 PM  
Registration Cut Off:   Sunday, Jul 26, 2026  
Difficulty Rating:   D2 - See Conversion Chart  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Serena Polt
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members & Guests, 19 and Older Only  
Attendee Screening:   Attendees are Pre-Screened
Maximum Group Size: 4
Minimum Group Size: 2
Number Registered So Far:   0 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
Are Dogs Permitted:   No

Itinerary:

• Part 1: Push bikes 5km uphill to Halfway Hut

• Part 2: Scramble west face route: 7km / 1140m gain

       (see bobspirko.ca for scramble route info)

• Part 3: Cruise down 5km on bikes

Pace: 5-7hr  (min 300m gain /hr.) Moderate-Strong fitness required.

Difficulty: ‘Difficult’ - 4th class scrambling. This trip is appropriate

for scramblers who are confident in loose, exposed terrain. 
Required Items to Bring:

Bicycle, Helmet, hiking boots, shell jacket, insulation layer, food,

1.5L-2L water bottles, sunscreen.

Recommended Items to Bring:

Poles, inReach, bear spray

How to Get There:
Event Directions:  

6am - carpool meet at Valley Ridge Rink

7:15am - carpool meet at Banff Juniper Parking

8am - meet at Skoki Parking Lot

  
Carpool Departure Time:   06:00 AM
Carpool Location:   Valley Ridge Outdoor Rink
Carpool Directions:  

Notes:

To be approved for this scramble, you must email or text a list of your recent scrambling experience and fitness level to the trip coordinator at 11x@tuta.io. 

YOU WILL NOT BE MOVED TO THE PARTICPANT ROSTER WITHOUT PROVIDING THIS INFORMATION 

Hazards

·         Rockfall

o   Rockfall and icefall can be caused by natural forces, or by people travelling through the terrain (e.g. climbing/scrambling/hiking). What are the risks? Impact from a falling rock or ice can result in injury or death

·         Avalanche

o    "Avalanches can occur in the terrain in which we operate and can be caused by natural forces, or by people travelling through the terrain (e.g. skiing/snowboarding). What are the risks? Anyone caught in an avalanche is at risk of personal injury, death, and/or property damage or loss."

·         Terrain

o   Cornice fall

o   Trees, forest deadfall and tree stumps

o   Creeks

o   Rocks and boulders

o   Variable and difficult walking terrain

o   Impact or collision with other persons or objects

o   Encounters with wild animals

o   Contact with poisonous flora or fauna

o   Loss of balance or control

o   Slip, trip, and falls

·         Communication, rescue and medical treatment

o    Communication can be difficult and in the event of an accident rescue and treatment may not be available

o    Adverse weather may also delay the arrival of treatment and transport out of the field

o     If an Injury occurs in challenging terrain movement to an evacuation point may be slow

·         Weather

·         Equipment failure

·         Negligent first aid

·         Negligence of other people

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.
Waiver Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to the participant having signed the ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”). The Waiver is a legal document in which you waive or give up the right to sue or claim compensation following an accident. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY!

Members participating in this activity do not require a separate Waiver. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. If your membership renews prior to the activity taking place, you will be required to agree to a new Waiver upon renewal, this new Waiver will apply to your participation in this activity. By proceeding with the booking, you agree with the forgoing waiver terms. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca.

Non-members participating in this activity will be required to review and agree to the Waiver prior to participating in the activity. The current version of the Waiver can be viewed here alpineclubofcanada.ca/acc-waivers/. The Waiver will be presented for completion at the start of the Activity.

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Never (not until the event has passed) 
2 Days Before Event  
7 Days Before Event  
I have read and agree to the waiver requirements set out above. I also agree that as a Member, my ACC Waiver in place at the time of this activity will apply to my participation in such activity.

I have read and understand the risks, dangers and hazards associated with this event found on the registration page. I understand that there are many risks, dangers and hazards associated with this activity and am signing up for this event knowing the risks, dangers and hazards that exist and am freely accepting them.