Route: Fat Dog Trail (Cambie Creek winter parking)

Distance: ~15 km return / Elevation Gain: ~700 m / Pace: Steady, Easy to Moderate 

Estimated Time: 5–7 hours car-to-car.  Please do not sign up unless you are fully committed. 

Trip Overview: We’ll be skiing the Fat Dog Trail starting from the Cambie Creek winter parking lot off Highway 3 near Allison Pass. This is a classic Manning Park winter tour featuring a steady forest climb that transitions into open subalpine meadows with views toward Frosty and the North Cascades. There is a long flat section that leads to sub treeline easy to moderate skiing.   This is not lift-access skiing. Expect a sustained climb on skins, variable snow (powder, wind-affected, or packed track), and a controlled descent on the same route. 

Objective: Enjoy a scenic winter ski tour in a supportive group setting; practice efficient skinning and downhill control on moderate terrain; reinforce safe backcountry travel habits. This is not a charging or high intensity day - more of a touring day with potential for good turns.   

Safety & Expectations: We will check the Avalanche Canada forecast prior to departure and discuss terrain choices at the trailhead. We will travel conservatively and take plenty of small breaks. 

Participants must be comfortable: skiing ungroomed terrain, descending moderate slopes with a pack; being outdoors in winter for a full day

If hazard ratings are High or conditions deteriorate, the leader may turn the group around.

Mandatory Gear (no exceptions):touring skis (no splitboards only bc of the terrain) with skins; Avalanche transceiver (digital); Shovel (metal blade); Probe;  Helmet (strongly recommended); Headlamp; Extra insulating layer; Full-day food supply; Minimum 1.5L water; Basic repair kit

No beacon = no participation

Forecast is calling for snow and increased avalanche hazard. Both will be monitored closely ahead of trip.  Conditions may be boney so minimum high intermediate ski skills required.  

Feel free to text me with any questions, just start the text with "BCMC".