WHAT: B.C Hiking Weekend 2023
WHERE: Alice Lake Provincial Park, BC
WHEN: June 16-18, 2023
WHO: Adults (18+) with Type 1 diabetes
PRICE: $215 CAD
CANCELLATION POLICY: CIM will make a decision as to whether it is safe to host this program one month in advance of the start date. Should it not be safe, we will provide full refunds to all participants.
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B.C. Hiking Weekend 2023
June 16, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - June 18, 2023 @ 2:00 pm PDT
Whether it’s your first or hundredth trip, we want to hike with you.
We’ll base camp at Alice Lake Campground and take day trips out to explore the local lakes, rivers, and trails. Routes will be determined based on interest and skill level of the group but expect to be outside and moving from breakfast through late afternoon.
We will meet in Alice Lake Provincial Park on Friday evening and spend the night getting to know each other and prepping for the following day. Come, have fun and learn new strategies for hiking with T1D.
This hiking trip will cater to a wide range of skill levels and experience and will be limited in space.
What Is A CIM Adventure?
CIM Adventures help to connect people with Type 1 diabetes in the backcountry. The trips give you the chance to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle of your every day life; learn skills for taking diabetes into the wild; and step outside of your comfort zone into the place where magic happens. These programs are for veterans and new adventurers alike.
All The Important Information You Could Need
Alice Lake Provincial Park -Alice Lake Campground
Driving from Vancouver (1 hour):
Take BC-99 N towards Squamish
Turn Right onto Taylor Way/BC-99 signs for Squamish
After 1.3km, take the Ferry Terminal ramp on the left to Horseshoe Bay/Squamish After 260 m, merge onto Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-99 N and continue for 24 km
Keep left to continue onto Sea-to-Sky Hwy/BC-99
After 40km, turn right onto Alice Lake Road, follow for 2km to the Campground Office
Driving from Kamloops (4.5 hours):
Get on Trans-Canaday Hwy / BC-1 W / BC-5 S and drive for 7 km
Take Exit 362 and merge onto BC-1 W / BC-97 N towards Cache Creek / Prince George
Continue to follow BC-1 W for 71 km
Sharp right onto Cariboo Hwy / BC-97 N, drive for 11 km
Turn left onto BC-99 S and drive for 75 km
Turn right to continue on BC-99 S (signs for Whistler), follow for 173 km
Turn left onto Alice Lake Rd, follow for 2km to Campground Office
Carpool Information
Don’t forget to check out our Carpooling Tool! Also, the BC Hiking Weekend Facebook Event is a great place to connect!
When attending a CIM Hiking Trip, you can expect to stay in a shared tent with 1-2 other campers.
Participants are expected to bring their own sleeping bag (and sleeping pad if you’d like extra cushioning). If this is a barrier for you, let the CIM team know. We’d be happy to help provide you with your missing tripping pieces.
Want to download and print this packing list? CLICK HERE.
Heading on a backcountry trip? Congratulations! To make sure you are ready for the woods, please read this list of recommended personal gear. CIM will bring all the communal gear – tents, cooking etc. – but this list is for you, the participant. Keep in mind – Most people bring WAY too much gear.
Camp Clothing
Long sleeve shirts (1)
Long pants (1 pair, quick-dry or synthetic fiber)
T-shirt
Light-weight fleece/Wool sweater (optional)
Shorts (1 pair, quick-dry)
Bathing suit Small towel (optional)
Rain Gear (top and bottom)
Brimmed Hat
Underwear
2-3 pairs wool socks
Footwear
Closed-toed shoes for the boat and water (these can be old running shoes)
Closed-toed shoes for the campsite
Toiletries
Biodegradable soap
Toothbrush/paste
Equipment
Sleeping bag (bulky is ok- we will be base-camping so no need to worry about packing space!)
Sleeping pad (foam pad or Therm-a-Rest), optional but recommended for a more comfortable sleep on the ground!
Other
Head lamp/flashlight – check the BATTERIES!
Water bottle (Nalgene)
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Diabetes Supplies/Meds
Any meds you need in waterproof containers.
Insulin and supplies (enough to last a week) – be sure to pack extra pump sites, reservoirs, pump batteries, syringes, pen caps, etc.
Glucometer and testing supplies
Emergency Hypo Kit (if you have one)
*Please label your diabetes supplies with your name
Optional
Lightweight long underwear (optional)
Eyeglasses and contact lenses to spare (if needed)
Connected in Motion T-shirt
Small day pack Bandana Earplugs
If you have any questions about your gear needs or would like to borrow gear from CIM, email sarah@connectedinmotion.c
Schedule at a Glance
We have an action-packed weekend of adventures. Below is a loose sample of what you can expect on your trip.
Friday
6:00PM
Group begins to arrive at car-camping site. Hang out around campfire. Explore the campground.
9:00PM
Most of group has arrived. Look at maps and discuss hikiong options for tomorrow around the campfire with snacks.
Saturday
8:00AM
Group Breakfast, Pack-Up Day Packs, Head Out
All Day
Head out for the day of a variety of hiking and exploring options
6:00PM
Dinner back at campsite
9:00PM
Stargazing, campfire, snacks
Sunday
8:00AM
Group Breakfast, Pack-Up, Head Out
10:00AM
Morning hike
12:00PM
Lunch on the trail
Your Guides
Jordi Cumber
Guide
Jordi Cumber is a passionate maternity nurse, mother, wife, climber, biker, hiker, swimmer, baker and nap taker. She and her family are honored to call Squamish, British Columbia home. She has lived (and thrived) with Type 1 for the last 22 years.
Amy Burrows
Guide
Amy has had type one diabetes for 34 years. Hailing from Beaverton ON, Amy enjoys spending her time outdoors canoe tripping and hiking with her friends, family, partner Jeremy and her dogs. She spends her days working in dentistry in Uxbridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can register for this event?
This trip is offered for adults who are living with Type 1 diabetes. There is something special that happens when you’re surrounded by a community of people who ‘get it’. Although we are so grateful for our support networks – our Support Crew – this trip is open exclusively to people living with Type 1 diabetes (Looking for Support Crew-friendly programming? Check out our Support Crew Virtual Slipstream and Support Crew Canoe Trip).
What sort of camping gear do I need to bring along with me?
Check out the packing list in the tab above! Missing something on the list? Not quite sure if your camping gear is up to snuff? Looking for some help? Need to borrow something? CIM has lots of equipment and gear that we can loan to participants. Whether you’re in need of a sleeping pad or sleeping blanket, flashlight or water bottle – we can help you out. We’ll send out more info as we get closer to the event. You can always feel free to post in the event FB page with questions!
What's included in my registration fee?
- Camping Permits (Friday through Sunday)
- All meals and Snacks (Friday evening snack through Sunday Lunch)
- Group Equipment (Tents, Cooking Equipment, etc)
- Certified Tripping Guide
What's NOT included in my registration fee?
- Personal gear (equipment rentals, sleeping bags, sleeping pads… your own clothing)
- Transportation to and from the start location
- Diabetes Supplies
- Parking permits
- Canoe/kayak rental fee
What is the refund policy?
We offer full refunds for Adventure program registrations until 30 days before the start of each program. Unfortunately, CIM is unable to refund Adventure registrations that are canceled less than 30 days from the start of the program due to arrangements with our host venues. For cancellations more than 30 days before the program, a refund (minus an administration fee) will be issued. To request a cancellation, please email info@connectedinmotion.ca.
I still have a question. Who should I contact?
Still have questions? Send them to sarah@connectedinmotion.ca with Adventure FAQ in the subject line and we’ll get your questions answered!
