banff/lake louise - clothing changes
Jul 25th, 2005, 06:11 AM
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banff/lake louise - clothing changes
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While discussing possible thing to do during our upcoming trip to the Rockies we realized that clothing type might be a limiting factor in schedules
For example - we had considered going to Lake Louise, canoeing and hiking earlier in the day (LL and/or Moraine Lake etc.), then had the possibility of something decadent like afternoon tea at Chateau Lake Louise (is this worth it?).
However the question of clothes came up - we are assuming that for evenings attire at places like Chateau LL is at least dressy-casual, but don't know about earlier in the day. If we did the outdoor activites we would of course be wearing "outdoor" type clothes and probably not be exactly pristinely clean by the time we got there
I suspect this is not likely to be a good idea? I ask because we are staying in Banff, so can't just step round the corner to change in the middle of the day on a whim.
In general, what do people do when doing an entire day in an area that requires different clothes? Has anyone got any helpful "quick change" tips?
Thanks.....
While discussing possible thing to do during our upcoming trip to the Rockies we realized that clothing type might be a limiting factor in schedules
For example - we had considered going to Lake Louise, canoeing and hiking earlier in the day (LL and/or Moraine Lake etc.), then had the possibility of something decadent like afternoon tea at Chateau Lake Louise (is this worth it?).
However the question of clothes came up - we are assuming that for evenings attire at places like Chateau LL is at least dressy-casual, but don't know about earlier in the day. If we did the outdoor activites we would of course be wearing "outdoor" type clothes and probably not be exactly pristinely clean by the time we got there
I suspect this is not likely to be a good idea? I ask because we are staying in Banff, so can't just step round the corner to change in the middle of the day on a whim.In general, what do people do when doing an entire day in an area that requires different clothes? Has anyone got any helpful "quick change" tips?
Thanks.....
Jul 25th, 2005, 06:42 AM
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Hello nkh,
All restaurants in the mountains, even the expensive ones, are casual at lunchtime. When I say "casual," I mean you'll see people having lunch in hiking boots.
The moderately priced restaurants are casual at dinnertime too.
The expensive restaurants are smart casual at dinnertime.
It may not be practical to dine at an expensive restaurant in Lake Louise if you've gone on a long hike during the day. Sure, you could bring along a pair of leather loafers, clean khaki pants and a clean shirt in the trunk of your car and change into them before dinner. However, if you're anything like me, you might be pretty grubby after a day's hiking, and you might need a shower before dinner.
If you want to have a meal at one of Lake Louise's nicer restaurants, e.g., the Post Hotel or the Station Restaurant, it might be more practical to go there for lunch.
>>>afternoon tea at Chateau Lake Louise (is this worth it?)<<<
Not in my opinion, but others will disagree with me. Different strokes for different folks I guess.
All restaurants in the mountains, even the expensive ones, are casual at lunchtime. When I say "casual," I mean you'll see people having lunch in hiking boots.
The moderately priced restaurants are casual at dinnertime too.
The expensive restaurants are smart casual at dinnertime.
It may not be practical to dine at an expensive restaurant in Lake Louise if you've gone on a long hike during the day. Sure, you could bring along a pair of leather loafers, clean khaki pants and a clean shirt in the trunk of your car and change into them before dinner. However, if you're anything like me, you might be pretty grubby after a day's hiking, and you might need a shower before dinner.
If you want to have a meal at one of Lake Louise's nicer restaurants, e.g., the Post Hotel or the Station Restaurant, it might be more practical to go there for lunch.
>>>afternoon tea at Chateau Lake Louise (is this worth it?)<<<
Not in my opinion, but others will disagree with me. Different strokes for different folks I guess.
Jul 25th, 2005, 05:49 PM
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Hi Judy
Thanks again for invaluable info - exactly what I needed. I think that "grubby" may be a kind description of what we are likely to look like after a long hike and that together with the clothes was my main concern! The lunch idea is definitely a possibility though.
I was also intrigued by the tea room that you hike to above Lake Louise - would you recommend it as a destination for an afternoon hike?
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Thanks again for invaluable info - exactly what I needed. I think that "grubby" may be a kind description of what we are likely to look like after a long hike and that together with the clothes was my main concern! The lunch idea is definitely a possibility though.
I was also intrigued by the tea room that you hike to above Lake Louise - would you recommend it as a destination for an afternoon hike?
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Jul 25th, 2005, 07:30 PM
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I am not Judy, but I can give you my opinion on the tea house hikes We did the loop, going from the Chateau to the Lake Agnes Tea House, up and over to the Big Beehive, then across to the Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House, on down back to the Chateau. Beautiful hike and well worth it! Of course you do not have to do the whole thing, you can do either tea house hike and then return the way you came. I just wanted to share that we loved the hike and would highly recommend it!
We did the loop, going from the Chateau to the Lake Agnes Tea House, up and over to the Big Beehive, then across to the Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House, on down back to the Chateau. Beautiful hike and well worth it! Of course you do not have to do the whole thing, you can do either tea house hike and then return the way you came. I just wanted to share that we loved the hike and would highly recommend it!
Jul 25th, 2005, 07:36 PM
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>>>I was also intrigued by the tea room that you hike to above Lake Louise - would you recommend it as a destination for an afternoon hike?<<<
Definitely.
Actually there are two teahouses. One is called Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse, and the other is Lake Agnes Teahouse. Both hikes depart from the lake of Lake Louise.
The Plain of Six Glaciers hike is longer than the Lake Agnes hike. Depending on the speed at which you hike, it may be pushing the envelope a bit to fit Plain of 6 Glaciers into an afternoon. In that case you might consider doing Lake Agnes.
They're both beautiful hikes but, if you have the time to spare, Plain of 6 Glaciers is the prettier of the two.
Or, if you have the time and energy to devote to a full day hike, you can combine Plain of 6 Glaciers, Beehives and Lake Agnes into one big circuit.
The food at the teahouses is expensive. But then all supplies are carried up by people or horses, and food is cooked without electricity.
If you go hiking, remember to bring plenty of water to drink. The water that you get from hotel taps is safe to drink. However, there have been rare instances in which people have contracted <i>Giardia lamblia</i> (beaver fever) from drinking untreated water from mountain lakes and streams.
Definitely.
Actually there are two teahouses. One is called Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse, and the other is Lake Agnes Teahouse. Both hikes depart from the lake of Lake Louise.
The Plain of Six Glaciers hike is longer than the Lake Agnes hike. Depending on the speed at which you hike, it may be pushing the envelope a bit to fit Plain of 6 Glaciers into an afternoon. In that case you might consider doing Lake Agnes.
They're both beautiful hikes but, if you have the time to spare, Plain of 6 Glaciers is the prettier of the two.
Or, if you have the time and energy to devote to a full day hike, you can combine Plain of 6 Glaciers, Beehives and Lake Agnes into one big circuit.
The food at the teahouses is expensive. But then all supplies are carried up by people or horses, and food is cooked without electricity.
If you go hiking, remember to bring plenty of water to drink. The water that you get from hotel taps is safe to drink. However, there have been rare instances in which people have contracted <i>Giardia lamblia</i> (beaver fever) from drinking untreated water from mountain lakes and streams.
Jul 25th, 2005, 11:22 PM
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We did the walk to the Lake Agnes Teahouse, where we stopped for a delicious apple crumble and pot of tea before continuing the extra half hour to the little Beehive which is a fantastic view point. I'd definitely recommend it for an afternoon hike.
Jul 26th, 2005, 05:24 AM
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We also loved the hike to Lake Agnes. There are beautiful views of Lake Louise on the way up. The teahouse itself is rustic. It is small with a few tables. In fact we ate on a picnic type table with one of the employees. She said that they make all the food up there each day and live up there all season since it is so far to go back and forth down the mountain. The bathroom is an outhouse. The menu is not very extensive -- mostly tea and crumpet-type food. They also had some sandwiches. We liked it very much, but don't expect to get a full meal there.
Jul 26th, 2005, 07:32 AM
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Thanks to everyone - it sounds like the tea houses are a destination we should definitely go for as a hike either for the day (the loop) or at least an afternoon.
The more I read, the more I can't wait to get there...
The more I read, the more I can't wait to get there...
Jul 26th, 2005, 12:15 PM
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Judy--Yes, we were posting at the same time
nkh--When we did the loop, we had some sort of apple crisp and hot chais at the Lake Agnes Tea House. On the way to the Plain of Six Glaciers, we smelled french fries. So our children were quite excited. I kept wondering how that would be possible since all the supplies had to be brought up by pack, but the smell enticed the kids to keep hiking. We arrived, and no french fries. It must have been the smell from the Chateau. Anyway, just wanted to warn you in case you have the same thing happen, lol! We did have scones and simple sandwiches at the Plain of Six Glaciers. That tea house also sells t-shirts which have the hike loop on them, so sort of a fun souvenier.
nkh--When we did the loop, we had some sort of apple crisp and hot chais at the Lake Agnes Tea House. On the way to the Plain of Six Glaciers, we smelled french fries. So our children were quite excited. I kept wondering how that would be possible since all the supplies had to be brought up by pack, but the smell enticed the kids to keep hiking. We arrived, and no french fries. It must have been the smell from the Chateau. Anyway, just wanted to warn you in case you have the same thing happen, lol! We did have scones and simple sandwiches at the Plain of Six Glaciers. That tea house also sells t-shirts which have the hike loop on them, so sort of a fun souvenier.
