Asp Man
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This post may seem redundant as it appears in "Driven", but I thought it would get a little more exposure to the target audience here, as well there are some new details. Rooms are booking up, so don't wait until the last minute! Please take the time to read through and post any thoughts or questions you may have.
For those unfamiliar with the event, it will take place the weekend of July 27, 28, 29 and Monday the 30th. (thanks Rizzo!)
Friday morning: head out of Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton (roughly simultaneously)the plan is to all group up in Rocky Mtn.House and head towards Jasper en force. If opportunity presents itself for lunch along the way well stop for a bite. Once in Jasper, check in at the hotel: http://www.coasthotels.com/hotels/canada/alberta/jasper/coast_pyramid/overview.html
For a reservation number, contact me.
Here's an option for those who dare for Friday afternoon, a bit late in the season, water levels may be low.
http://www.whitewaterraftingjasper.com/sunwapta.htm
Other than that, free time for all Friday afternoon, we'll meet up for a cocktail in the lounge at 5PM or so.
Ice Fields Parkway drive on Sat., lunch along the way, 4 to 5 hrs total, give or take. http://www.explorejasper.com/sights/athabascafalls.htm
Some free time in the late aft then drinks/dinner for as many drivers and spouses as possible, there will be a reservation at The Embers steakhouse for 6PM, we'll have time before hand for a drink in the bar side. There will be a special menu for us, or you can order off of the regular menu. I had the best steak I've had in years here in March, and I can't wait to get back there.
Maligne Canyon (short drive from Jasper) early Sunday morning, leaving hotel by 8:30, breakfast on your own prior to departure to ... Maligne lake, where we'll be making the boat cruise (a 90 min. round trip) This will be courtesy of the VCA! First boat out is 10AM, we need to check in by 9:45. http://www.malignelake.com/cruises.html
I'm going to need to confirm the number of people coming very soon to ensure we get the first boat out.
Sunday afternoon will be free time for everyone. There are tons of things to do in and around Jasper, or just kick back and relax. Dinner at the hotel in the Pines Restaurant at 6PM.
Monday will be optional, breakfast, check out and find your way home. Group going to Calgary leaving 9ish. We can figure this out over the weekend while there.
It's going to be a great time, the more Vipers the better!
For those unfamiliar with the event, it will take place the weekend of July 27, 28, 29 and Monday the 30th. (thanks Rizzo!)
Friday morning: head out of Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton (roughly simultaneously)the plan is to all group up in Rocky Mtn.House and head towards Jasper en force. If opportunity presents itself for lunch along the way well stop for a bite. Once in Jasper, check in at the hotel: http://www.coasthotels.com/hotels/canada/alberta/jasper/coast_pyramid/overview.html
For a reservation number, contact me.
Here's an option for those who dare for Friday afternoon, a bit late in the season, water levels may be low.
http://www.whitewaterraftingjasper.com/sunwapta.htm
Other than that, free time for all Friday afternoon, we'll meet up for a cocktail in the lounge at 5PM or so.
Ice Fields Parkway drive on Sat., lunch along the way, 4 to 5 hrs total, give or take. http://www.explorejasper.com/sights/athabascafalls.htm
Some free time in the late aft then drinks/dinner for as many drivers and spouses as possible, there will be a reservation at The Embers steakhouse for 6PM, we'll have time before hand for a drink in the bar side. There will be a special menu for us, or you can order off of the regular menu. I had the best steak I've had in years here in March, and I can't wait to get back there.
Maligne Canyon (short drive from Jasper) early Sunday morning, leaving hotel by 8:30, breakfast on your own prior to departure to ... Maligne lake, where we'll be making the boat cruise (a 90 min. round trip) This will be courtesy of the VCA! First boat out is 10AM, we need to check in by 9:45. http://www.malignelake.com/cruises.html
I'm going to need to confirm the number of people coming very soon to ensure we get the first boat out.
Sunday afternoon will be free time for everyone. There are tons of things to do in and around Jasper, or just kick back and relax. Dinner at the hotel in the Pines Restaurant at 6PM.
Monday will be optional, breakfast, check out and find your way home. Group going to Calgary leaving 9ish. We can figure this out over the weekend while there.
It's going to be a great time, the more Vipers the better!
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We have been doing this trip for several years and have explored a lot of the area "attractions" and side roads. We would be honored to join you.
I am going to have to see that bad boy your are driving now so figure away to get it up here. Bob
