Archive:Intro to Backcountry Skiing 2010: Difference between revisions
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# Justin hall (AST 1, car)<br> | # Justin hall (AST 1, car)<br> | ||
# Dan Cooper (AST 1, no car, pots? snowshoe/snowboarder) | # Dan Cooper (AST 1, no car, pots? snowshoe/snowboarder) | ||
#Raphael Roy-Jauvin (some avy training, no tent, no car)<br> | #Raphael Roy-Jauvin (some avy training, no tent, no car)<br> | ||
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Remember - just signing the wiki doesn't ensure you're on the trip. See the top of this signup list regarding information you need to actually get on the trip. | Remember - just signing the wiki doesn't ensure you're on the trip. See the top of this signup list regarding information you need to actually get on the trip. | ||
===Rides=== | ====Rides==== | ||
*'''Christian & Line Veenstra''' (Dunbar & 20th) | *'''Christian & Line Veenstra''' (Dunbar & 20th) | ||
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Fat Dog Creek, Manning Park | Fat Dog Creek, Manning Park | ||
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For all potential leaders/instructors, please email [http://www.ubc-voc.com/member/show_extended.php?target_id=2300 Christian Champagne] to help me gauge your experience levels. | For all potential leaders/instructors, please email [http://www.ubc-voc.com/member/show_extended.php?target_id=2300 Christian Champagne] to help me gauge your experience levels. | ||
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#Phil Tomlinson | #Phil Tomlinson | ||
#Bob L | #Bob L | ||
#Ran Z | #Ran Z | ||
====Participants==== | ====Participants==== | ||
Write down your name here if you're interested and reasonably committed. Since we need different kinds of people to make this trip a success please indicate if: | Write down your name here if you're interested and reasonably committed. Since we need different kinds of people to make this trip a success please indicate if: | ||
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#Vicky Alfred (has tent, probably can drive, has cooking gear, nil avi experience) | #Vicky Alfred (has tent, probably can drive, has cooking gear, nil avi experience) | ||
#Dan Elstone (no avalanche, willing to drive, may be able to get a 4 season tent, have cooking gear, snowboarder) | #Dan Elstone (no avalanche, willing to drive, may be able to get a 4 season tent, have cooking gear, snowboarder) | ||
#Andy Y(3 season tent[rock22], ast1, has cooking gear, needs a ride)<br> | #Andy Y(3 season tent[rock22], ast1, has cooking gear, needs a ride)<br> | ||
#Mike Leishman (willing to carry a tent, no avi training, i do have cooking gear, and i cant drive (well i can, just no vehicle))<br> | #Mike Leishman (willing to carry a tent, no avi training, i do have cooking gear, and i cant drive (well i can, just no vehicle))<br> | ||
#Jacob Slosberg (will drive 4x4, AST-1, no tent but will carry, cook set+mad skillz) | #Jacob Slosberg (will drive 4x4, AST-1, no tent but will carry, cook set+mad skillz) | ||
#Martin Smoragiewicz (have a car, no avi exp, no tent or cook set but stoked about the trip!) | #Martin Smoragiewicz (have a car, no avi exp, no tent or cook set but stoked about the trip!) | ||
#Travis Pawlak (candles, fridge magnets, no avi) | #Travis Pawlak (candles, fridge magnets, no avi) | ||
#Marius Muja (AST-1, car with 2 extra seats, 2 person tent, stove and cooking gear) | #Marius Muja (AST-1, car with 2 extra seats, 2 person tent, stove and cooking gear) | ||
#Adriana Muja (same as above) | #Adriana Muja (same as above) | ||
#Peter Reichardt (car, no tent, no stove) | #Peter Reichardt (car, no tent, no stove) | ||
# | #Shauna Clarke | ||
# | #Kevin L | ||
#Fisal Elstone (no avy, small stove, big agnes 3 season tent, no car) | |||
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*'''Peter Reichardt''' (Kerrisdale) | *'''Peter Reichardt''' (Kerrisdale) | ||
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#Fisal Elstone | #Fisal Elstone | ||
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*'''Champagne's tent''' (4-season, 2 person) | *'''Champagne's tent''' (4-season, 2 person) | ||
Revision as of 03:31, 28 January 2010
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Photo: Richard So
Introduction
This trip is, perhaps obviously, an introduction to skiing in the backcountry. Skiing in the backcountry is a lot different than skiing in a resort for a bunch of reasons, including snow conditions, routefinding, avalanche danger etc. This trip is geared to introduce people to these differences so they can learn to be more confident heading into the wilderness in winter (on skis).
This trip is for people who have basic camping skills (and are prepared to camp outside in the cold, on snow) and skiing skills. Winter Longhike and Tele School are good preparation for this trip. Snowboarding is also possible in the backcountry (snowboarders typically use snowshoes for the uphill, or use a splitboard), but this trip is geared towards skiing. Snowboarders can come on this trip if they are tough and willing to put up with any differences caused by being a snowboarder.
Due to the recent popularity of VOC trips, two separate groups of 6 leaders/instructors and 12 beginners will be going to two separate locations.
Organizers
Christian Veenstra, and Christian Champagne. If you would like to help organize, contact these two people. Don't be put off by the large number of Christians; this is not Bible Camp.
Avalanche Education
Avalanches are a major consideration for winter backcountry travel. It is recommended that you educate yourself about avalanches before this trip. We will also discuss this issue at the trip, but the more you know, the better. There is an online course available here. Reading a book on the subject wouldn't hurt either.
Date
January 30th - 31st, 2010
Pre-trip meeting
Time
Wednesday, January 27th@ 6pm
- Note: For instructors, there will be a pre-pre-trip meeting @ 5:30 pm.
Location
Locations
TBD
- Note: The two locations will depend on weather and avalanche conditions.
Equipment List
Please consult the above link for all information regarding proper skiing clothing and gear. Please be aware that you will need proper backcountry skis for this trip (telemark or alpine touring) as well as skins (these are, of course, crucial), ski boots, and poles. Avalanche transceivers (modern 457 kHz type) and shovels are absolutely mandatory.
Message Board
Intro to backcountry skiing Jan 30th-31st (Trips Board)
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Group Agent OrangeContact Christian Veenstra about this group. LocationTBD. If we get enough 4x4 power we'll go to Mount Laughington, near Chilliwack Lake. InstructorsIdeally we'll have 6. Email me if you're interested.
ParticipantsIdeally we'll have 12. Write down your name here if you're interested and reasonably committed. Since we need different kinds of people to make this trip a success please indicate if you have avalanche training, if you are willing to drive and if you are willing to bring a tent. I've never been on a trip without enough stoves. We'll sort out who's actually coming at the pre-trip meeting, with preference to those highest on the list and exceptions made to allow this trip to happen. If you can't come to the pre-trip meeting (on time) then find somebody to represent you. Depending on driver preferences, gas money may be collected at the pre-trip.
Waiting list
Remember - just signing the wiki doesn't ensure you're on the trip. See the top of this signup list regarding information you need to actually get on the trip. Rides
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Group Champagne PowderGroup organizer: Christian Champagne LocationFat Dog Creek, Manning Park InstructorsFor all potential leaders/instructors, please email Christian Champagne to help me gauge your experience levels.
ParticipantsWrite down your name here if you're interested and reasonably committed. Since we need different kinds of people to make this trip a success please indicate if:
We'll sort out who's actually coming at the pre-trip meeting, with preference to those highest on the list and exceptions made to allow this trip to happen. If you can't come to the pre-trip meeting (on time) then find somebody to represent you. Depending on driver preferences, gas money may be collected at the pre-trip.
Rides
Tents
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