Battle Abbey Ski Lodge

Dates: Jan. 26-Feb. 02, 2008

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Battle Abbey is surrounded by an abundance of great ski terrain, and is one of the most sought after backcountry ski lodges in British Columbia. Amenities include indoor toilets, running water, electric lights, mountain literature library and a cozy common room.

The lodge is located at tree-line near the towering peaks of the Battle Range in the snowy Selkirks Mountains, southwest of Golden, BC. Terrain is suitable for intermediate to advanced skiers, and ranges from steep tree skiing to plenty of open runs in the alpine. There is also the opportunity to ski to the nearby summits.

Access is via helicopter from Golden, BC.

Cost: $1900.00 Cdn plus 6% GST. This price is all-inclusive, including helicopter flight, food prepared by a professional chef, accommodation and guiding).

Battle Abbey Ski Lodge
Trip Information & Logistics
Jan. 26-Feb. 02, 2008

• Meet at Alpine Helicopters in Golden, BC (directions below) on January 26th. Meeting time TBA closer to trip date. Golden is a 3.5-hour drive west of Calgary (the closest international airport), on the Trans-Canada Hwy.
  
• Directions to Alpine Helicopters:
  • Turn south on Hwy. 95 from Trans-Canada Hwy.
  • Continue south on #95, over bridge, past movie theatre on the left.
  • Turn right onto 9th St. at the only 4-way lights in Golden.
  • Drive to the end of 9th St. and turn right.
  • Follow this road across the train tracks, around the left-hand bend, to Alpine Helicopters.

• We recommend you stay in Golden the night prior to your trip to avoid delays in the morning due to weather or possible road closures.

• Suggested hotels:
  • Super 8 Motel - tel: (250) 344-0888
  • Country Comfort Bed and Breakfast - tel: (250) 344-6200
  • Swiss Village Motel - tel: (250) 344-2276
  • Visit www.goldenhotels.worldweb.com for more listings.

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• If you need a ride to alpine Helicopters, please contact us prior to the trip (info@mountianascents.com).

• Baggage restrictions: 30 lbs per person (not including skis) – please pack light. Pack gear in two smaller duffels rather than one large one (fits easier into helicopter). Ski bags will not be flown into lodge (reduces bulk in ski basket).
  
• In the unlikely event that the helicopter cannot fly to the lodge on
  Saturday, Jan. 26 (due to poor weather), guests are responsible for their own accommodation and food in Golden.

• If you want it, bring it. Beer cans and wine boxes work best.

• Trip price: $1900.00 Cdn plus 6% GST (total = $2014.00 Cdn)

• $1000.00 is due upon booking. Balance is due by November 01, 2007.

• All payments are refundable prior to November 01 (less $100.00 administration fee).

• All money paid after November 01 is not refundable unless we are able to
  re-sell your trip to someone else. If we fill your spot, all money will be refunded less $100 administration fee.

• We recommend you purchase travel insurance through your local travel agent.

• Each guest is required to complete two waiver forms:
  • Battle Abbey Lodge Waiver
  • Mountain Ascents Canada Waiver

• Please print a hardcopy of both forms, complete and mail to Mountain Ascents Canada with your final payment due by Novmber 01, 2007.

• Avalanche tranceiver (457 kHz single frequency only)
• Avalanche shovel
• Avalanche probe
• Climbing harness (used when skiing on glaciers)

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