Basic outline:
At this point, the Coq canyon looks like it will recieve more snow AND should stay colder than the S2S during this next storm pulse. Gain the ridge near Needle Peak, across to Flatiron, back towards Needle, filter through the trees down to the highway.
Mandatory equip:
Skis or split / boots / poles / skins / all that good stuff
Beacon / probe / shovel
Headlamp / 1st aid / tools & spare parts for your setup
Lunch / drink / appropriate clothing / spare layers and gloves
Sunnies / goggles
Strong recommend:
Helmet
Ski crampons
Nice if you have them (I carry all of these):
PLB / VHF
Phone in IP67 case (If you use a mapping app, bring a phone battery pack)
Baldwin or NRCAN Topo / CAA Notebook
Meetup and logistics:
06:30 meeting at the Chevron on Boundary near Grandview. 06:35 departure. Optional stop at Colossus Langley (49.168836, -122.666703)to pick up Fraser Valley BCMCers if required. Expect a $20 share of fuel as per BCMC guidelines.
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