BC Hiking Community

Seymour New Years Snow Camp

Important Note:
This will only take place if the weather and conditions permit. So, weather watching a few days prior to New Years Eve. No rain or heavy snowing in other words. Have a backup plan just in case. Will be a small group due to lack of available space most likely. This will be good practice to see if you might up or a 3 day Crater Lake snowshoe backpacking circumnavigation in April. We can bring a couple of presto logs again this time too for the good ambience as well as some New Year's bubbly of course. (:

Please read the contents of this event in its entirety.

NOT A BEGINNER SNOWSHOE. DO NOT OVER-ESTIMATE YOUR ABILITIES.

There is no need to RSVP "No", if you are not attending. We only need to know who IS attending. The "No" feature is there for people who need to change their RSVP.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONNAIRE IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EVENT

What better way to start the New Year then under the clear starry skies over-looking our beautiful world class city. Looking for a few others to share the wintery wonderland at a hopefully quiet location away from the crowds in the backcountry of Seymour Mountain. You must be self sufficient of course. If you wish to build a snow cave instead of tenting then don't forget your probe and shovel. Maybe a hand saw too. We won't be traveling through any avalanche terrain. However with all this heavy snow we are getting pounded with currently on the local hills the trees should be sporting a nice thick coat of the white stuff for this New Years. Bring your cameras. Temps will be chilly overnight so be prepared with your warm sleeping system.

Resources:
Weather outlook here https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-Seymour/forecasts/1449

Youtube video here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYbjLu7d3M0
http://www.avalanche.ca/

Items to bring:
-Complete winter sleeping system
-Tent 3 (season will do to)
-Snowshoes
-Trekking poles
-Winter gloves/secondary pair
-Nalgene bottles (hoses may freeze)
-Hot food, fluids, snacks, favorite New Years beverages. (;
-Sunglasses/Sunscreen/Lip balm
-Head wear ie: toque/hat/scarf.
-Good waterproof hiking boots/Extra socks
-Camera/binoculars.
-Plenty of layers ie: parka, shell, down, merino wool, etc.
-Headlamps or other light sources. (mandatory)
-Micro-spikes
-Garmin SOS device or other
-First Aid Kit
-Shovel, saw, probe, fire log, some kind of metal tray on legs for Presto logs if possible.
-A happy face (: (Also mandatory)
The 10 essentials ( http://www.northshorerescue.com/education/what-to-bring/ )

FOOD AND BEVERAGES AFTER HIKE:
Perhaps afterwards a bite to eat and drink at a local establishment to replenish those calories lost and to just shoot the breeze about the days highlights before heading back. Something I usually like to do. Open to suggestions.

This is cross posted with DownToMeet here: https://www.downtomeet.com/B-C-Peaks-and-Trails/home

Carpooling:
Please carpool to events whenever possible. The high cost of gas and maintaining a vehicle make this a very sensible option for vehicle owners and allows those without a car to get to the events. While vehicle owners are free to set their own reasonable fee for carpooling, it is typically suggested that passengers offer the driver $8.00 per hour of driving (includes mileage and vehicle wear & tear). This is only a guideline and the driver may charge more or less depending on the situation.Please state in your RSVP whether you can offer a ride or need a ride, and where you will be coming from. Passengers, please ensure you show up on time and bring an extra bag for wet/muddy footwear and clothing. Also, please make every effort to get to a convenient pick up place for your driver!
Please do not leave carpooling arrangements until the last minute – you, not the event organizer, are responsible for arranging your own carpooling to events. Thanks!

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It is expected that you will show up to events prepared (first aid, proper footwear, clothing, 10 essentials etc.) and that you will be physically able to take part in the event. Also, please be aware that risks are inherent in all of the outdoor type activities that we take part in and if you are injured or worse, BC Hiking Community, or your event organizer, cannot be held responsible/liable in any way. The success of each event depends on the cooperation & efforts of every member who participates. Although we always make an effort to look out for one another to the best of our ability, each of us is nevertheless responsible for our own safety and well-being during every event. By RSVP’ing "yes" for this event, you acknowledge and accept these ter