Over the Rainbow

Dec 30, 2017 - 8:00 AM
Jan 1, 2018 - 10:00 PM

Organizer Info

Cliff Eschner

Meeting Point

5:25am Info in Planning Forum

Trip Details

Grade:
B2-C3
Category:
Backcountry Skiing
Requirements:
  • Screening
  • Members Only
Max Participants:10

Trip Description

OVER THE RAINBOW

Celebrate the New Year with a summit attempt of Rainbow Mountain from basecamp near Iceberg Lake

Organizer will use the Trip Planning forum for additional information as required. 

For last minute questions and updates, contact by phone.

Gear required:  https://www.mountaineers.org/learn/how-to/the-ten-essentials/

Avi gear (Digital Transceiver, Probe, Shovel).

Headlamp suitable for skiing at night.

Overnight camping equipment.

Gear for Winter Backcountry travel. We wear helmets on the downhill.

AT, Tele or Split-board.

Ski-crampons and ice axe might be a good idea.

Treats to share :)

Organizer will bring GPS with some tracks; Map and compass; Personal Locator Beacon; Camera; First aid kit.

Recommended carpooling cost:  approx. $20 per passenger; please arrange with driver; bring funds.

Access to trailhead near Whistler from Hwy 99.

 

Participant List

4 / 10
Organizer
Cliff Eschner
211
Attended
0
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0
No-Shows
Co-Organizer
Winifred Swatschek
224
Attended
0
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0
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Confirmed
Nigel Hessey
10
Attended
0
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0
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Confirmed
Diana Diaconu
19
Attended
1
Joined & Left
1
No-Shows
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Jeff Kuhl
13
Attended
4
Joined & Left
0
No-Shows

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