This will help to avoid a serious mishap or misplaced gear when things happen in a hurry during the noise, hustle and blowing of snow occurring during take off and landing. It is also advised that you make arrangements one week prior to flight date. Canadian Helicopters has a flying permit in Kokanee Glacier. The typical scenario each Saturday morning includes flying the group members in multiples of four and a separate gear trip for most of the groceries and packs etc. Any deviations from this typical scenario must be discussed well in advance of flight date with Canadian Helicopters.
Passengers attend a mandatory safety briefing and instructions on procedures.
The gear flight leaves from the Nelson base. Passengers drive with skis, poles, day packs and any additional gear which the pilot has directed to Kokanee Creek Park Boat Launch located 17 km. N.E. of Nelson. Maximum weight 800 pounds per trip. Please ensure all weights are measured prior to arrival at the hanger as they will be weighed again prior to actual departure for accuracy.