My buddy John plans to bunk at the Elfin Cabin tonight. I asked him to send a brief report of how the trail is if there is reception for his iPhone up there.
Submitted by Ean Jackson on 5 February, 2010 - 09:06.
My neighbor, a scoutmaster, has a bunch of MSR snowshoes. They aren't being used this weekend, so he has offered them to anyone who wants to do the Scrambler for a $10 donation.
If you want a pair, leave a note here and I'll pick them up for you tonight.
We have one more spot in the car. Please be at 3515 Fairmont Road in North Van at 7:45am. We are close to Highway #1 between the Westview and Capilano exits.
Submitted by garobbins on 1 February, 2010 - 17:15.
Hey guys, just a heads up, I've mentioned to Ryan a few times that the store does not open till 9.30am on Sat and I'm sure the staff will need a few minutes to get people set up with their rentals. We are glad to help out and be associated with things, just wanted to be clear in advance though.
For each pair of snowshoes, we don't need $250 casht we just need to pre-auth a CC for that amount for the day. Nothing is charged unless the snowshoes don't return, and the rentals are only ten bucks.
Submitted by Ryan Conroy on 3 February, 2010 - 12:44.
There was a miscommunication between myself and Gary, I thought he said someone could rent to us before the store opened.
There have also been some concerns about the short day so we will meet at the Tim Horton's in Squamish instead at 9:00 and carpool to the trailhead in the best suited vehicles. This will get us up onto the trail a good 45 minutes earlier.
Anyody with extra seats or needing aride to Squamish from Vancouver, North Shore ect... post comments here to arrange.
Submitted by adventuremike on 31 January, 2010 - 18:21.
I blew the shift and apologize to those who wanted to have a memorable ride in Delila the Delica! I have a prior commitment that I thought was happening next weekend.
Submitted by adventuremike on 26 January, 2010 - 07:40.
Hi Ryan et al,
Any idea how much snow is uo in the Elfin hut area? I've signed up for this little ditty and wanted to know if I need snowshoes or not! I also have my Delica (4x4 van) on the road and can offer to carpool 3 lucky soles. The back seat is not installed to carry more people but I can carry lots of gear!
Submitted by Ean Jackson on 31 January, 2010 - 11:22.
Yo Adventure Mike,
Old Jackson ripped his calf up again, but game to test it with a snowshoe jog. 'Had planned to kick your ass on the long course, but best laid plans have gone into the shitter and now looking at getting to Red Heather and back in one piece before sunset.
Got room for 2 in the happy bus? (Reagan and me.)
PS I have almost slid down the cliff on that last stretch before the Diamond Head parking lot a couple of times. Recommend chains be in the trunk just in case. I have chains that should fit the Delica. Give me a heads-up if you want them.
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Weather Report
With forecast highs of 11C in the city, I was wondering what to wear tomorrow. Here is the Environment Canada forecast for Squamish.
My buddy John plans to bunk at the Elfin Cabin tonight. I asked him to send a brief report of how the trail is if there is reception for his iPhone up there.
Snowshoes for $10
My neighbor, a scoutmaster, has a bunch of MSR snowshoes. They aren't being used this weekend, so he has offered them to anyone who wants to do the Scrambler for a $10 donation.
If you want a pair, leave a note here and I'll pick them up for you tonight.
is there anyone the I can go from NSA northvan to squamish
well anyhow hope I fine someone at the N.A.S store in the morning. I need a ride to Squamish.
Hi Dario, We have one more
Hi Dario,
We have one more spot in the car. Please be at 3515 Fairmont Road in North Van at 7:45am. We are close to Highway #1 between the Westview and Capilano exits.
Cheers
Sibylle
Thank you, Sibylle
I 'll be there in the morning
NSA Opens @ 9.30am On Sat
Hey guys, just a heads up, I've mentioned to Ryan a few times that the store does not open till 9.30am on Sat and I'm sure the staff will need a few minutes to get people set up with their rentals. We are glad to help out and be associated with things, just wanted to be clear in advance though.
For each pair of snowshoes, we don't need $250 casht we just need to pre-auth a CC for that amount for the day. Nothing is charged unless the snowshoes don't return, and the rentals are only ten bucks.
Hope you guys have a great day out there!!
GR
Meet at Tim Horton's in Squamish at 9:00 AM instead
There was a miscommunication between myself and Gary, I thought he said someone could rent to us before the store opened.
There have also been some concerns about the short day so we will meet at the Tim Horton's in Squamish instead at 9:00 and carpool to the trailhead in the best suited vehicles. This will get us up onto the trail a good 45 minutes earlier.
Anyody with extra seats or needing aride to Squamish from Vancouver, North Shore ect... post comments here to arrange.
Sorry gang - can't make it next Saturday...
I blew the shift
and apologize to those who wanted to have a memorable ride in Delila the Delica! I have a prior commitment that I thought was happening next weekend.
Cheers,
Mike
Any idea what the conditions are leading up to Elfin?
Hi Ryan et al,
Any idea how much snow is uo in the Elfin hut area? I've signed up for this little ditty and wanted to know if I need snowshoes or not! I also have my Delica (4x4 van) on the road and can offer to carpool 3 lucky soles. The back seat is not installed to carry more people but I can carry lots of gear!
Cheers,
Mike
Ride from NV to the Start and Back?
Yo Adventure Mike,
Old Jackson ripped his calf up again, but game to test it with a snowshoe jog. 'Had planned to kick your ass on the long course, but best laid plans have gone into the shitter and now looking at getting to Red Heather and back in one piece before sunset.
Got room for 2 in the happy bus? (Reagan and me.)
PS I have almost slid down the cliff on that last stretch before the Diamond Head parking lot a couple of times. Recommend chains be in the trunk just in case. I have chains that should fit the Delica. Give me a heads-up if you want them.
Snow
Plenty of snow from the parking lot on up. Red Heather and Elfin Shelters have a snow level at about half a meter above the doorway.
hi Mike I need ride
If you have space in your car, can I go with you to Squamish scrambler if so I can meet in N.A.S. north van Cheers Darion airzelhaa@gmail.com
Snow from the parking lot
I was up there on Sunday. Road is bare/plowed to the parking lot. There is snow right from the cars. Pretty good up top.
Here is a link to a photo
Here is a link to a photo posted on flickr a few days ago http://www.flickr.com/photos/philtomlinson/4304704212/