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Calgary Outdoor Club - Volunteers

Officers and Administrators Tracy K: President Kenneth Fung: Vice President, Assistant Treasurer Michael: Vice President, Treasurer Rhonda Scheurer (Hoover): Vice President, Club Founder Andrea: Safety Committee Member Ben Wards: Safety Committee Member Bruce F: Safety Committee Member Karin: Safety Committee Member Safari Phil: Safety Committee Member Rachel O: Safety Committee Member, Volunteer Coordinator Lana T: Communications Manager, Issues Corner Team Member Michelle P: Waiver Administrator, Lead Issues Corner Team David Meisner: Ambassador for Adults with Developmental Disabilities Kevin: Partner Data Manager Mark Stacey: Photo Award Administrator Janet: Lead Volunteer Coordinator Dana: Volunteer Coordinator Marko Stavric: Volunteer Coordinator Martine: Volunteer Coordinator Veronica J.: Volunteer Coordinator Barbara B.: Volunteer Coordinator - Difficulty Rating Auditor Carolyn L: Training Coordinator Sylvia A.: Training Coordinator Bilco: Content Editor, Lynda: Content Editor, Wendy Wong: Content Editor Blanka: Lead Photo Historian Mitko Vlaev: Photo Historian Kerry V: Photo Historian Laurel (EB - 2010): Photo Historian Margaret M: Photo Historian Patrice: French Liaison, Photo Historian Sandra N.: Photo Historian Ben C (aka Batfink): Issues Corner Team Member Ed: Webmaster Ian Courtney (STFU Ian): Forum Administrator Sue W.: Social Networking Communication Manager See our Job Descriptions for more information.	Event Coordinators
	Allie B On The Go Alvin J Andrew S Anna-Lisa Arina Artur Baljinder Barbara aka Babs Barbara Barry McConnell Beth Britta Carol Guthrie Casey Zayko Catherine Mac Charlene W Charles (The Colonel) Fluffy Conny D Craig marshall Dan T Daryl B. Dave Dave S Debbie A debbie christianson Diane I Doug C Duane Dustin M Edward Pothier Eric (WCT Burger Eater) Jim N Eva Ewen Frank V Garnet A Genevieve Geoff C Gerrylite glenn davis	Gloria Allison Gord P Hanan HJ Hornbeck Heather Anderson Hilary E Ian Berard Ian Gammack Jake Y jim k James VB Jana N Jason Sokolosky Jeff S Jenny Brown Jim F Joni Judy T Juliet Karen D Karen Gray Karl K Kayla B Kevin W Kim H Kim Parkin Larissa Laura L Laurie C Laurie M Leila M Len M. leslie p Lisa H Lisa L Lisa P Lisa P Lori M Louise P Mandy Marc Rachiele	Marcel Bourque Mark Kudryk Mark MacG. Mark P Marta Heske May Mike A Michael (Hill Sargent) Mike Schmidt Michelle H Michelle L Mike Hawkins Mike Lucas Mike S. Mike Way Parry Loeffler Paul Mitchell Paul R Peter Roseneck Phil AvatarPhil Rex Rhonda O Rick M Roy Scarisbrick Ryan C. Shaun L Sheena Shelli Sibel (Mushroom) Sneha A Steve Zitterer T.J. Bahcheli Todd Trevor L Tricia Tsering D UrsulaW Veronique Wil
	We are always looking for Event Coordinators. If you think you may be interested, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Janet and the VC Squad at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com.


	President Tracy K
Tracy is a painter who has lived in Calgary off-and-on for over fifteen years, moving back this time around from Vancouver. Her outdoor interests include mountain and road biking, rollerblading, camping, snowshoeing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. She has more, but those are her favorites. Her other interests include video, photography, watercolors, cooking, and her cruiser bike Super Fly. Tracy coordinates rollerblading, biking, and snowboarding events for the COC. She likes to go at a moderate pace and a little bad weather doesn't stop her. She generally sticks to her itinerary unless there is a must-see or do. She enjoys having some social time at the pub after the event and asks that you please come prepared with the proper clothing and enough water. As President Tracy is responsible for all club activities which include: - Spearheading the planning and decision making activities for the club - Coordinating, training and coaching members of volunteer team - Performing duties of open positions as required Contact Tracy and the rest of the executive team at exec@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Tracy K.

	Vice President Assistant Treasurer Kenneth Fung
Ken has been in Calgary for over 21 years. Before Calgary, Ken lived in Edmonton for over 10 years and then was corporately relocated to Calgary. Due to the long duration (years... decades....) of sitting in front of the computer screen, Ken's exposure to the outdoors was limited until he joined the Calgary Outdoor Club. He joined the COC in the summer of 2004 so that he would have something to do other than work, and to get out of the office. His outdoor interests include easy to moderate hikes, camping and anything that does not require a lot of hard work. He is also very interested in socializing and meeting new people. Ken is a management consultant, and also an instructor and program director at University of Calgary Continuing Education. He loves to coordinate social activities, urban hikes, as well as easy to moderate hikes. As Vice President Kenneth: - Spearheads the planning and decision making activities for the club - Coordinates, trains and coaches members of volunteer team - Performs duties of open positions as required Contact Kenneth and the rest of the executive team at exec@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. As club Assistant Treasurer, Kenneth is responsible for helping Michael with: Receiving and recording member payments for events Managing and paying club expenses Managing club financies Managing the club budget Answering inquiries sent to treasurer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Kenneth Fung.

	Vice President Treasurer Michael
Originally from Toronto (born and raised) relocated to Alberta in 1995 to pursue a new career challenge and now consider Calgary my home. A sales and marketing professional with a background in commercial banking and media / print advertising as my specialties to-date. My passion (since hanging up my hockey skates) for the outdoors have primarily been golfing (summer) and skiing (winter) I�ve altered my interests in the last few years and have rekindled some other interests such as volleyball and tennis. My motto, �Try anything once, but really TRY�, the majority of my posted events will be rated Intermediate and at a somewhat competitive level but not for the serious jocks or beginner / novice. I like the style of play to be truly representative of what the sport should be played at. I will try to my best to be encouraging and supportive of others, lighten to mood with my off the cuff humor and friendly banter and at the end of my events we will always share much laughter� As Vice President Michael: - Spearheads the planning and decision making activities for the club - Coordinates, trains and coaches members of volunteer team - Performs duties of open positions as required Contact Michael and the rest of the executive team at exec@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. As club Treasurer, Michael is responsible for: Receiving and recording member payments for events Managing and paying club expenses Managing club financies Managing the club budget Answering inquiries sent to treasurer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Michael.

	Vice President Club Founder Rhonda Scheurer (Hoover)
Rhonda is a software developer, originally from Red Deer, living in Calgary (most of the time) since 1993. She is the founder of the Calgary Outdoor Club, and therefore its first president and dictator (and, naturally, its very first ex-president, as of Oct 2005). She stole the Outdoor Club idea from the Atlanta Outdoor Club, which was started by a friend during Rhonda's 14-month stay in Atlanta. The COC was the third 'sister' club after the AOC and MOC ( Maryland Outdoor Club), and has now spawned four more clubs, the TOC (Toronto Outdoor Club), EOC (Edmonton Outdoor Club), CCC (Calgary Culture Club), and V-ROC (Vancouver Regional Outdoor Club). Due to asthma, Rhonda is a slow (but enthusiastic) hiker. Rhonda hikes year-round, with snow shoeing and x-c ski events supplementing the winter hiking schedule. Do note, however, that she is a fair-weather hiker and in the event of yukky weather will either move a hike to a different location (if the weather's nicer somewhere else), or cancel/reschedule the hike if it's yukky everywhere. During bear season, Rhonda is a "hike nazi", keeping her hikers in tight groups of six or more in bear country. Her hikes are often posted at a slower pace, with an average of 3-4km/hour. As Vice President Rhonda: - Spearheads the planning and decision making activities for the club - Coordinates, trains and coaches members of volunteer team - Performs duties of open positions as required Contact Rhonda and the rest of the executive team at exec@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. If you are interested in coordinating for the Calgary Outdoor Club, review our Coordinator Checklist, and then contact Rhonda at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Rhonda Scheurer (Hoover).

	Safety Committee Member Andrea
I came to Calgary in 1997 when the "perfect" job and my family drew me back. I spend my working hours playing in the dirt and warping young minds. I'm a mountain biking junkie and love a trail with lots of challenge, but I'm willing to do just a workout or a social ride also. When I can't hit the trail on my bike, I'll do an easy to intermediate cross country ski, a road ride, or hit Nose Hill for a hike with the dog. I'm looking forward to getting involved in some new activities, too and enjoy just chillin' sometimes. As a Safety Committee Member, Andrea is responsible for: Monitoring COC events and ensuring they comply with the Safety Policy. Answering safety-related inquiries. Reviewing and updating the Safety Policy as required. If you have any safety-related inquiries, please contact the Safety Committee at safety@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. Answering inquiries about equipment and rentals appropriate to COC events See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Andrea.

	Safety Committee Member Ben Wards
During the summer, Ben enjoys venturing off trail into remote areas of the Rockies. He enjoys discovering scrambles not in Kane�s books. He likes to keep the size of his groups small and likes to stay together! In the winter he has an addiction for making turns. He has had a season pass at Sunshine for the last couple of years and can�t get enough of the place. When his addiction to making turns has been tempered, he likes to explore the countless valleys of the Rockies and Columbia, ski touring on skinny and fat skis. Group members are expected to help out on route finding, decision making, and sharing chocolate with the coordinator. Ben is self-admittedly gramatically challenged and can't spell worth a darn, but don't hold that against him - his events are fantastic! As a Safety Committee Member, Ben is responsible for: Monitoring COC events and ensuring they comply with the Safety Policy. Answering safety-related inquiries. Reviewing and updating the Safety Policy as required. If you have any safety-related inquiries, please contact the Safety Committee at safety@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ben Wards.

	Safety Committee Member Bruce F
Bruce was born in Ottawa, but he considers Calgary to be his hometown and Banff his playground. He loves hiking, x-country skiing, and above all, socializing after an event. Bruce likes to maintain a moderate pace for events, yet doesn't mind if the group takes its time or even stop to take in the scenery. He tends to stick to the "Classic" hikes and gets inspiration from Kathy and Craig Copeland's "Don't Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies." Bruce's main goal as a coordinator is for everyone to have fun. In his remaining spare time, Bruce is either busy working on a BA in European History or spending "quality time" with his little furry friend named Rusty. As a Safety Committee Member, Bruce is responsible for: Monitoring COC events and ensuring they comply with the Safety Policy. Answering safety-related inquiries. Reviewing and updating the Safety Policy as required. If you have any safety-related inquiries, please contact the Safety Committee at safety@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Bruce F.

	Safety Committee Member Karin
Karin is a bit of a misplaced spirit. She grew up mostly in Edmonton, but spent a year in Holland, and over 6 years in the Vancouver area. Somewhere between the sea and the mountains is where she's most at peace. She's been running on-and-off since grade 7. She has run 5 half marathons (the marathons are still a bit too daunting) and worked at a freakishly successful running store, as a clerk and clinic instructor. The running came to a halt with a change in jobs last year, but she's up and running again with the COC Run Groups and the new four-legged beast. She picked up the hiking bug in university, but didn't really do too much until the mountains of Vancouver drew her in. Since returning to the Prairies, she's hiked and snowshoed almost non-stop. The most memorable but difficult hike was Caldron Peak - go to the viewpoint at Peyto Lake, look across the lake and up, up, up. Holy.... Favourites include Headwall-Fortress-Chester and the Centennial Trail. Trips this year have been shorter and less elevation. She blames it on the pup... but maybe there are other reasons (yeh, don't go there). Karin frequently rowed and kayaked on the coast, and desperately missed being on the water. The lack of kayaking facilities/businesses on ANY body of water in the area made getting out seem impossible, but the new kayaking events with the COC have once again brought opportunities to get the feet wet, and the arms, ...and butt. Very little can beat a calm evening paddling aimlessly while watching the sunset. Look for an overnight trip later this year, and maybe a 5-day tour next year. And the dog..., can't forget to mention the dog. Tacoma came to be, after being rescued by a caring citizen who noticed her and her mom, skin & bones, wandering in a small town north of Edmonton, in the cold of December 2004. Tacoma was only about 8 weeks old. They were taken to Second Chance Rescue and from there, it's history. She's still learning not to jump up and pull on the leash, but has a great nature, loves to say hi, and can't get enough of the Doggie Romps, the hiking, and now swimming. As a Safety Committee Member, Karin is responsible for: Monitoring COC events and ensuring they comply with the Safety Policy. Answering safety-related inquiries. Reviewing and updating the Safety Policy as required. If you have any safety-related inquiries, please contact the Safety Committee at safety@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Karin.

	Safety Committee Member Safari Phil
Philip moved to Calgary in 1998 from a city 200 miles north which shall remain nameless... ok, it was Edmonton (try not to hold that against him). He was born and raised in Edmonton, and until 1997 spent his time away from work Downhill Skiing and (yikes!) Snowmobiling. Yes, he was a Sled-Head. But then his Sled- Head buddy got him into Backcountry Skiing in 1997, and now he would rather stay away from the crowds and go backcountry. Philip is self-employed and travels to Asia for work, so he has seen quite a bit of the world. His main interests include Hiking/Backpacking, Mountain Biking, Skiing/Boarding (Back Country and Cross-Country), Canoeing/Kayaking, Traveling, and enjoying a pint of beer after the activity. He joined the Calgary Outdoor Club in December 2003 and began leading events for us in May 2004 (primarily hikes, scrambles, mountain biking and social events). Philip's club nickname is "Safari Phil" for his head-to-toe khaki hiking outfit (including the funky safari hat). As a Safety Committee Member, Philip is responsible for: Monitoring COC events and ensuring they comply with the Safety Policy. Answering safety-related inquiries. Reviewing and updating the Safety Policy as required. If you have any safety-related inquiries, please contact the Safety Committee at safety@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Safari Phil.

	Safety Committee Member Volunteer Coordinator Rachel O
Rachel is one of perhaps five native-born Calgarians and has lived here all her life. She is big into hiking, scrambling, rock climbing, and backpacking, and dabbles in mountain biking, paddling, and all types of skiing. Her other interests all stem from her mountain obsession - she maintains a website with trip reports for her mountain activities, tries to improve her photography while she's out, and is learning as much as she can on Rocky Mountain geology. She doesn't have anything yet that she'd call a career, but she teaches swimming, lifesaving, first aid, climbing and day camps to pay the bills while finishing her degree. Rachel coordinates long day hikes and easy-to-moderate scrambles. She tends to a slower pace but still does trips in the 1000m elevation gain range - not for the newbies or slowpokes. She goes in part for the views and find rain miserable so she will likely adjust the location if the weather report is poor, but won't cancel due to a couple of drops or flurries. She likes to enjoy long summit breaks on nice days but keeps an eye on the time when it matters. As a Safety Committee Member, Rachel is responsible for: Monitoring COC events and ensuring they comply with the Safety Policy. Answering safety-related inquiries. Reviewing and updating the Safety Policy as required. If you have any safety-related inquiries, please contact the Safety Committee at safety@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. As a member of our Volunteer Coordinator team, Rachel is responsible for training and coaching event coordinators. Contact the team at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com for more information. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Rachel O.

	Communications Manager Issues Corner Team Member Lana T
Lana was born and raised in Brockville, Ontario, and moved to Vancouver in 1994. She's spent some time overseas, living in London, UK, and working, traveling and hiking her way around New Zealand and Australia. In July 2003, she moved to Calgary on a work transfer with her employer and joined the Calgary Outdoor Club soon after. She was looking to meet some people with similar interests and to get out to explore her new surroundings. The nature of the club's events piqued her interest originally, and the informal atmosphere and fun and friendly nature of the people are what keep her interested. In January 2004, Lana decided to become more involved with the club since it parallels closely that about which she is passionate, and she joined the COC Volunteer team. Lana's interests include hiking, biking, skiing, traveling, reading and photography. As the Communications Manager (aka "Info Chick"), Lana is responsible for: Answering the e-mails to the "info" mailbox Developing rapport and fostering a friendly, comfortable atmosphere with people inquiring about the club Writing/compiling the club newsletter Lana also steps in to lead the occasional event, as required. Lana's club nickname is "Info Chick" to go with her talent for dishing out... well... info. Lana can be reached at info@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. As a member of our Issues Corner team, Lana is responsible for reviewing, assessing and addressing complaints against COC members and volunteers. Contact the Issues Corner team at complaint@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Lana T.

	Waiver Administrator Lead Issues Corner Team Michelle P
Michelle is one of the few people around actually born in Calgary. After spending some time in that other Alberta city (Edmonton), she returned in 2004 and rediscovered the mountains of her childhood. She discovered the Calgary Outdoor Club in July 2007 while looking for someone to hike with while her husband was out of town. Michelle enjoys trying anything, including kayaking, canoeing, sailing, hot air ballooning, hiking, biking, skiing and snowshoeing. She likes a slow to moderate pace. Hardly ever without a GPS (or more accurately, her husband Gord & his GPS), she is happy to take scenery stops and side trips without worrying about getting lost and firmly believes enjoying the day and the company is the goal, not the top of the mountain. Look for Michelle to organize easy to moderate x-c ski and snow shoe events in the winter and biking and hiking events in the summer as well as anything new that looks like fun. She doesn't let weather be a factor and will not cancel trips unless the weather is really really bad. As Waiver Administrator, Michelle is responsible for: Collecting waivers from club volunteers Recording waivers received on the web site Following up with volunteers on missing waivers Storing previous and current years' waivers in a safe location Answering e-mail inquiries sent to legal@calgaryoutdoorclub.com As leader of our Issues team, Michelle is responsible for reviewing, assessing and addressing complaints against COC members and volunteers. Contact the Issues Corner team at complaint@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. Michelle served on the club executive as Director from 2008-2009. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Michelle P.

	Ambassador for Adults with Developmental Disabilities David Meisner
David is an avid outdoorsman and has been an enthusiastic participant in the Calgary Outdoor Club since July 2004. He has a developmental disability on the autism spectrum and is the COC�s Ambassador for Adults with Developmental Disabilities. In addition to hiking, David participates in backpacking events, skiing, skating, snowshoeing, cycling, go-karting, laser tag, rollerblading, gymnastics and other sport/adventure activities, as well as our volunteer activities such as Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, Tree Wrapping in Fish Creek Provincial Park, and Trail Maintenance in Kananaskis Country. David attends sometimes with his mom, Margaret , or, if Marg isn�t into it (ie. go-karting, laser tag), David may attend with one of his favorite support partners. David�s other interests include off-highway quading and skidooing and he works at Totem Building Supplies part time. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by David Meisner.

	Partner Data Manager Kevin
Kevin (aka "THE Kevin") is well known in the COC for his shy manner and gentle spirit. BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! Seriously, if you attend one of Kevin's events, look for the guy with the biggest head (and personality) imaginable, bring your sense of humor, expect the unexpected, and don't set your skis down behind his car. Note that in order to attend an event with Kevin, you may be required to sign a special waiver. As the Partner Data Manager, Kevin is responsible for communicating with partners and sponsors, and entering/updating partner and sponsor information (ie. banner ads, content on Partners and Sponsors page). Kevin served on the club executive from 2007-2009 as Vice President and Director. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Kevin.

	Photo Award Administrator Mark Stacey
I got to Calgary in July 2004 when I transferred with my job (I've since left that one to work for the competition!) and now there's no looking back. I'm originally from a small town in the SE of England, half way between London and the coast Finally I joined the COC in October 2008, after looking longingly at the events since before leaving the UK when the club was shiny and new. And, since the day I joined, those mountains have taken on a strangely magical pull that means I need to go visit them as often as I possibly can. Hiking and getting outdoors here in Western Canada is a completely different kettle of fish to the UK. But, that's no longer going to stop me having a crack at some extremely large days out, going exploring to find some awesome places, experiences and views; cool ways to get there, and doing some new and exciting things with what evenings and weekends were built for - having a life....! I'm looking forward to getting familiar with the mountain playground on our doorstep, and seeing as much of it up close as I can - I'm done with the views from the roadside and tourist parking lots. Its time to soak up the majesty and magic on a much more personal level! So, that said, events that I'm going to get my teeth into are some great day hiking, easy non technical mountain biking, urban stuff around town to get conditioned properly for these weekends, and some cool family oriented events so that our little people can get out, get active, and get into the great outdoors. In the winter I'll be out enjoying a bunch of snow shoeing too and maybe I'll even get back on my skis. I'm sure my outdoor event wish list will expand and grow as time goes on, and I'm always up for suggestions of places to go and things to do. All of my events are likely to have the essential "trio of life" mixed into them somehow - good bars, good food and good beer The other thing all of my events will have is a load of opportunity to stop for photography; my other life essential. See you on the trails - I can't wait! As the COC's Photo Award Administrator, Mark is responsible for reviewing and approving photo award nominations, selecting the award winners, and presenting the photos and awards at the yearly AGM. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mark Stacey.

	Lead Volunteer Coordinator Janet
Born and raised in Nova Scotia, Janet ventured away from home in 1992 to go back to school in Saskatchewan. After seven years of schooling and work in SK, she moved to the New West. Within the first day of work, she found folks that liked to hike so she thought she would join them on a hike to Crypt Lake thinking that a hike can�t be much different than backpacking (an activity she wanted to pursue). Even though after 700 m elevation gain (a first in her life) and stones in her hiking boots (she got holes in them from this hike), she could not get enough. Since then she has explored B.C., Alberta, Montana and Arizona by foot with and without a backpack. In the winter of 2004, she went winter camping with snowshoes and quite enjoyed it. So when she saw an article in January 2005 about a Calgary Outdoor Club snowshoe event, she joined immediately and has never looked back. Janet's past events have been either backpacking or snowshoeing but at the end of hiking season this fall she sprained her ankle. Now she usually stays in town putting on urban hikes. This is helping her to try out her new GPS unit and she hopes soon to join everyone in the mountains. Her favorite outdoor ventures have included backpacking one of the Seven Wonders of World, taking a siesta on Burstall Pass during Indian Summer, being within reach of a glacier on the Iceline trail and exploring nature through her sister�s children�s eyes. As Lead Volunteer Coordinator, Janet is responsible for: Recruiting event coordinators from experienced and knowledgeable membership base Training and coaching event coordinators on club procedures for leading events Answering inquiries sent to volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com If you are interested in coordinating for the Calgary Outdoor Club, review our Coordinator Checklist, and then contact Janet at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Janet.

	Volunteer Coordinator Dana
Dana came to Calary in June 2005 via Prague, then Chicago area, then Prague again, then Vancouver. She is a winter person and could not stand the constant rain in Vancouver. Her outdoor interests including hiking, scrambling, downhill skiing, camping and snow shoeing. Other interests include reading, movies, socializing and dancing. Dana coordinates swimming, deep water workouts, hiking, scrambling, skiing and snow shoeing events for COC. She likes a slow to intermediate pace depending on the angle of the slope and will not cancel as long as it is safe to proceed! Her favorite trips include Caldron Lake, Cirque Peak, Mt. Yamnuska and Angel�s Landing in Zion National Park. As a member of our Volunteer Coordinator team, Dana is responsible for training and coaching event coordinators. Contact the team at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com for more information. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Dana.

	Volunteer Coordinator Marko Stavric
Marko is a quiet guy and prefers to lead by example. He�s been a resident of Calgary since 1990, arriving here at the age of 11 from former Yugoslavia. He spends most of his weekends in the mountains, enjoying the peaceful pace of the Canadian Rockies. He stumbled upon the Calgary Outdoor Club in 2004 and started coordinating events in 2005. Though he prefers to organize scrambles and hikes he does enjoy a variety of other outdoor activities. He likes a moderate to quick pace but will take time to enjoy the scenery, take photos and stop for lunches. He enjoys meeting new people and is eager to coordinate exploratory trips. As a member of our Volunteer Coordinator team, Marko is responsible for training and coaching event coordinators. Contact the team at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com for more information. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Marko Stavric.

	Volunteer Coordinator Martine
Martine came to Calgary (from Hull, Quebec) in 1980 to take an Engineering position with Esso Resources. She now manages Human Resources and Administration for a firm that specializes in oil and gas mergers and acquisitions worldwide. She joined the COC in 2005 but did not become active until 2006 at which time she became active with a vengeance and soon began coordinating events. Her main interests are downhill skiing, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and hiking. She also enjoys traveling, working out at the gym, movies, reading and social poker games. Martine is a die-hard skier and a moderate pace mountain biker. She generally sticks to her planned itinerary. Her perfect day would involve skiing hard on a beautiful sunny day or mountain biking with a great downhill on the way back. As a member of our Volunteer Coordinator team, Martine is responsible for training and coaching event coordinators. Contact the team at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com for more information. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Martine.

	Volunteer Coordinator Veronica J.
Veronica missed being born in Holland by six weeks, and instead decided to be born and raised in Calgary. She works as a Land Analyst, and enjoys traveling, movies, dining, gardening, reading, knitting and most of all � shakin� her tail feather! Her friends call her a �domestic diva� because she loves cooking, baking and anything culinary. Veronica discovered the outdoors about ten years ago. Most of her friends are otherwise inclined, and hiking by herself is neither safe nor fun, so she started searching for a group and discovered the COC in January 2005. She says the COC saved her from a life of couch-potatoeitis and boredom. Veronica loves year-round hiking and snowshoeing, and wants to start canoeing and kayaking. She also wants to get her scuba certification. She coordinates easy to moderate hikes and snow shoe events, as well as some socials. She prefers to take it slow (that annoying asthma) enjoying the journey as well as the destination. She generally sticks with the planned itinerary but can be convinced to take side-trips (bribes are enthusiastically accepted!). She�s willing to venture out on the colder days in the winter but is adverse to -20C with wind chills. Her all-time favourite hikes are Galatea Creek, Grassi Lakes, Grotto Canyon and Wilcox Pass. As a member of our Volunteer Coordinator team, Veronica is responsible for training and coaching event coordinators. Contact the team at volunteer@calgaryoutdoorclub.com for more information. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Veronica J..

	Volunteer Coordinator - Difficulty Rating Auditor Barbara B.
Barbara is a downtown person during the week, but always aims to escape on the weekends. She loves discovering new places, and areas that offer something unique generally make it to the top of her list. Throw in some bushwhacking or a view of a glacier and she will be there. In winter snowshoes and the GPS take her events off the beaten path, while in summer she aims to get higher to experience those great mountain views. As many of the events that she coordinates go off-trail, you should always come ready to explore. Bring a smile, and don�t be in a rush to get back to the city. Favourite hikes/scrambles/backpack events to date include Bow Hut, Cirque Peak, the Fortress, Glacier Lake, Garden Wall, Grinnell Glacier, Birdwood Traverse, and Mount Tyrwhitt. Plans for this this summer include increasingly longer and more challenging hikes, scrambles and backpack events, with the plan to make it up Mount Temple by August. There are so many places to discover, yet never enough weekends! More distant goals include taking a mountaineering camp and heading for some more challenging peaks. For spring 2010 she is debating a trek to Everest Base Camp for the thrill of being there when expeditions are beginning their summit push, to experience high altitude, make it to the icefall, and to simply get away from it all and experience a completely different culture. Go higher, go further, and you will experience things that others only dream of. As the Difficulty Rating Auditor, Barbara assists the VC Squad in reviewing Difficulty Ratings of events when they are posted to ensure they are consistent with our Difficulty Rating scale. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Barbara B..

	Training Coordinator Carolyn L
Carolyn has been living in the west for over 18 years. Most of that time has been in Calgary, but she did spend 5 years living in a small community on the Alaska Highway. Originally from Toronto, she was lured here by those amazing, inspiring mountains� and cleaner air. Carolyn discovered scrambling when she joined the Calgary Outdoor Club� and scrambling is, without question, her passion. She�s not concerned about beating anyone�s time to the summit and is perfectly content leading from behind when necessary. Safety is more important than bagging a peak� and sticks mostly to the easy/moderate scrambles� but will take on a more challenging peak as long as it doesn�t involve razor edge ridges. �Interval Hiking� is what Carolyn likes best� (hike at a moderate pace for awhile� stop� take pictures� hike at a moderate pace� stop� take pictures� and so on). Carolyn has been known to bushwhack and will deviate from a planned route if an alternate makes more sense or offers hands on scrambling :). Carolyn also coordinates hikes from time-to-time (to develop greater endurance for scrambles) and occasionally posts family hikes, so she can share her love of the outdoors with her children. However, when children are included, it�s all about the pace they are comfortable with� and only in good weather. Carolyn also enjoys downhill skiing, speed walking, sport climbing, biking, camping, canoeing, birding (with her kids) and snowshoeing. This year she plans to add Kayaking to the list. Other interests include music, writing, photography, dancing, and traveling. Carolyn�s favourite trips to date include Mount Edith, Mist Mountain and, of course, Yamnuska (she met her husband on Yam). As Training Coordinator, Carolyn is responsible for: Investigating opportunities for training and development Organizing training sessions for volunteers and members If you have any questions about training, please contact training@calgaryoutdoorclub.com See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Carolyn L.

	Training Coordinator Sylvia A.
Sylvia lived in Calgary and Banff many years ago, and returned to Calgary in 1996. In between she travelled the world, and lived in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. Her outdoor interests include biking, inline skating, ice skating, hiking, snow shoeing, downhill and cross country skiing and camping. In the winter she supplements with swimming, pilates and weight training. She believes in the importance of giving back to her community and volunteers extensively with various organizations throughout the year. Sylvia coordinates in-city biking, inline skating and urban hikes as well as bowling and other social events for the COC. As Training Coordinator, Sylvia is responsible for: Investigating opportunities for training and development Organizing training sessions for volunteers and members If you have any questions about training, please contact training@calgaryoutdoorclub.com See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Sylvia A..

	Content Editor Bilco
Bill is a system consultant who was born and raised in Calgary. He is currently contracting for a large oil/gas company. When he was younger he used the mountains as a play ground. It wasn't until recently he found his passion again for the outdoors. If you were to ask Bill what his favorite activity would be, he would give you a long list and would not be able to pick just one. It is likely he will start talking about the new activities he plans on doing. In 2008, he spent 6 months in Canmore playing undergound in Caves. Most of the time you will find him jogging on a path somewhere through out the city. You would also catch him climbing indoors at a gym or if its the weekend hiking up a mountain. As one of our Content Editors, Bill is responsible for: Ensuring correctness and accuracy of static web site content Event Content Management: ensuring correctness and accuracy of event details and write-ups Member Content Management: ensuring correctness and accuracy of member data, including Calendar Postings See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Bilco.

	Content Editor Lynda
Originally from Sherbrooke, Quebec, Lynda has lived in Calgary since 1980, with a nine-year break spent in Invermere and Golden, British Columbia. She�s called Calgary home (again) since 2001, and has been an enthusiastic member of the COC since 2005. With the exceptions of hiking, skiing, cooking and eating, this COC content editor loves nothing better than to fix a typo, spelling mistake or an awkward sentence. Lynda also enjoys snowshoeing, camping, canoeing and dabbling in other outdoor activities as well as social events, and is always open to new adventures. As the Content Editor, Lynda is responsible for: Ensuring correctness and accuracy of static web site content Event Content Management: ensuring correctness and accuracy of event details and write-ups Member Content Management: ensuring correctness and accuracy of member data, including Calendar Postings If you notice any problems with the web site content, please send them to Lynda at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Lynda.

	Content Editor Wendy Wong
Wendy has called Calgary home since she was 3. She didn't discover winter sports until forced out of hibernation due to a volunteer commitment. Once she realized she was not going to freeze to death, she decided to check out what she had been missing. Unable to convince friends to join her in her quest of things new and different, she ventured out on her own - from paragliding to snow shelter building. Her goal is to try at least one new sport (or race) per year, so when she saw dogsledding on the COC event list, she knew she had to join! With an art and teaching background, Wendy is able to spot a typo in less than 30 seconds and constantly fights the urge to correct all spelling errors and crooked wall hangings. However, members need not be afraid of (or avoid) her as she has no authority to expel you from the club. (She'll just send you nasty emails.) When she is not running or playing volleyball or hiking/snowshoeing, Wendy is out enjoying her favorite or new culinary and cultural/artistic happenings. She's also fond of curling. As the Content Editor, Wendy is responsible for: Ensuring correctness and accuracy of static web site content Event Content Management: ensuring correctness and accuracy of event details and write-ups Member Content Management: ensuring correctness and accuracy of member data, including Calendar Postings If you notice any problems with the web site content, please send them to Wendy at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Wendy Wong.

	Lead Photo Historian Blanka
Blanka is originally from Pardubice in the Czech Republic. She came to Calgary in the summer of 2005 and joined the COC almost immediately after she arrived. She enjoys a variety of outdoor activities, but mainly likes to scramble! As one of our Photo Historians, Blanka is responsible for: Training and coaching new Photo Historians Photo Album Management: Managing our Fotki albums, and posting photos submitted by club members. Slide Show Management: Selection and posting of photos to the slide show on our homepage For photo related questions or submissions, Blanka can be reached at photos@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Blanka.

	Photo Historian Mitko Vlaev
Mitko is a long-term member of COC known for carrying his beloved Bulgarian flag along on events anytime there is a mountain peak involved. So far we haven't had the heart to tell him that his claiming our peaks in the name of Bulgaria doesn't make it official... As one of our Photo Historians, Mitko is responsible for: Photo Album Management: Managing our Fotki albums, and posting photos submitted by club members. Slide Show Management: Selection and posting of photos to the slide show on our homepage For photo related questions or submissions, Mitko can be reached at photos@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mitko Vlaev.

	Photo Historian Kerry V
Kerry has been in Calgary since late 2006. This is his third time living in Alberta! He has lived in a few different parts of Canada, most recently Toronto, but the mountains keep calling him back. Kerry works in the IT department of an oil and gas major, where his desk looks out over the Rockies and does its best to make him think about the weekend instead of work. He probably spends too much time at work watching the clouds and checking weather reports. His favorite outdoor activities are camping, scrambling, hiking, biking and snowboarding. Kerry recently learned how to snowboard in December 2007 and can't wait to learn to ski next season. Poor weather interests include pool, poker and other social events. Kerry's scrambles are usually at a brisk pace - they could be a great component of a weight loss program! But he also loves to stop to take photos and enjoy the view en-route. He always likes to try a trip if there is at least a chance of favorable weather, but could get grumpy if he ends up hiking in a downpour or in the dark. Some of his favorite outings (so far) are: Mount Wilcox, Glasgow-Banded traverse (mostly because of the perfect weather that day), and Mount Temple. As one of our Photo Historians, Kerry is responsible for: Photo Album Management: Managing our Fotki albums, and posting photos submitted by club members. Slide Show Management: Selection and posting of photos to the slide show on our homepage For photo related questions or submissions, Kerry can be reached at photos@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Kerry V.

	Photo Historian Laurel (EB - 2010)
Laurel "The EB" grew up in the "Little Italy" (at that time) section of Toronto, spending her childhood collecting frogs, crayfish, rocks and fossils from the Humber river valley under the vivid imaginary premise that she was a world adventurer. Crying all the way to the airport, dragging her guitar and pet dog behind her, Laurel's parents moved the family to Calgary in December of 1974 but she has never missed the olive haze of metropolitan "T.O" since. Western Canada is the ultimate geologically rich playground. An Employee Communications Specialist in the Human Resources department of a global GPS company, Laurel joined the COC in 2006 after her sole hiking partner developed a crippling fear of bears -despite no encounters. A movie buff, writer, outdoors fanatic and dancing maniac whose favourite locations include Drumheller, CirquePeak, Yamnuska, and Heart Mountain, she loves scrambling (oh yeah!, hiking, caving, road touring, snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, billiards and snapping pictures on COC trips from whatever angle she's dug into or dangling from. Some day she'll coordinate events, but for now she's one of our happy photo historians! As one of our Photo Historians, Laurel is responsible for: Photo Album Management: Managing our Fotki albums, and posting photos submitted by club members. Slide Show Management: Selection and posting of photos to the slide show on our homepage For photo related questions or submissions, Laurel can be reached at photos@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Laurel (EB - 2010).

	Photo Historian Margaret M
Marg was born in Taber and moved to Calgary right after high school with her high school sweetheart and now long-time husband. Marg's outdoor interests include cycling, hiking, multi-night easy-to-moderate backpacking trips, cross-country skiing, skating and camping. She also enjoys gardening, off-highway motorbiking, and snowmobiling. One of her passions involves assisting people with disabilities to be active and included in mainstream community life, and she volunteers with Alberta Association for Community Living (www.aacl.org/), Calgary Community Living Society, and Autism Calgary (www.autismcalgary.com/) She discovered the club through some hiking friends and joined in July 2004. She likes the wide range of activities available for varying ability levels, and the friendly people who belong to the COC. Marg coordinates cycling, hiking, backpacking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skating, camping, and easy scrambling and caving events for the club. If you sign up for one of her events, here's a few tips: - Marg is a slow-paced hiker who likes to stop to enjoy the views, catch her breath, and take photos. - Marg's events may be cancelled last minute if snowfall warnings or possible unsafe driving conditions become predicted for the event area. Even though weather conditions may turn out to be nothing, she prefers to err on the side of caution for out-of-town events and will usually offer an alternate (although perhaps different) activity. As one of our Photo Historians, Marg is responsible for: - Photo Album Management: Managing our Fotki albums, and posting photos submitted by club members. - Slide Show Management: Selection and posting of photos to the slide show on our homepage For photo related questions or submissions, Marg can be reached at photos@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Margaret M.

	French Liaison Photo Historian Patrice
Je suis un consultant en Intelligence d�Affaire et je suis � Calgary depuis ao�t 2006. Je demeurait auparavant dans la belle ville de Qu�bec et plus pr�cis�ment, je suis natif du Lac St-Jean. Il va sans dire que j�ai �t� int�ress� de d�m�nager � Calgary pour les montagnes, le Chinook et la situation �conomique� de plus, l�absence de neige compar�e au Qu�bec est un bel avantage! Je me suis inscrit au Club en F�vrier 2007 apres en avoir entendu parler dans le but rencontrer des gens et de faire des activit�s ext�rieures. Mes int�r�ts incluent hiking, scrambling, camping, ski alpin, raquette sur neige, course et le badminton. Mes interest int�rieurs incluent les films, les soupers, l�eau de vie (boisson), socialiser et danser. Je coordonne principalement des activit�s de raquettes sur neige, hiking, scrambling, ski alpin et nage�. Mais aussi toutes sortes d�activit�s qui peuvent me traverse l�esprit. Je peux tr�s ais�ment marcher vite, mais j�ai tendance � �tre lent puisque je suis un maniaque de photographie; de plus, je n�ai pas tendance � annuler une activit� s�il pleut. Dans mes activit�s, je peux improviser, mais je crois tout de meme que l�improvisation doit �tre organizer. Mes sorties pr�f�r�es f�rent Cirque Peak, Mont Yamnuska et le Mont Lafayette dans le New Hampshire. En tant que Liaison Francophone, je suis responsable du d�velopement et de la traduction du contenu du site web en fran�ais et de r�pondre au questions envoy�es dans notre boite �francais� (francais@calgaryoutdoorclub.com). Patrice is a Business Intelligence Consultant and has been in Calgary since August 2006, coming here from Quebec City. He came for the mountains, chinooks and economic situation� plus the absence of snow compared to Quebec! He joined the COC in February 2007 after being told about the club by someone for the opportunity of easy going outdoor activities and meeting people. Patrice�s outdoor interests include hiking, scrambling, camping, downhill skiing, snow shoeing, running and badminton. His other interests include movies, eating, drinking, socializing and dancing. He coordinates snowshoeing, hiking, scrambling, downhill skiing, swimming and any kind of uncommon activity that may cross his mind. He can go at a really fast pace, but since he is a photographic maniac, he tends to go at a slow pace, and is not likely to cancel if it rains. On his trips, he�s willing to improvise but feels that even improvisation needs to be organized. His all-time favorite trips include Cirque Peak, Mt. Yamnuska and Mt. Lafayette in New Hampshire. As the COC French Liaison, Patrice is responsible for developing and translating web site content in French, as well as answering questions sent to our "francais" mailbox (francais@calgaryoutdoorclub.com). As one of our Photo Historians, Patrice is responsible for: Photo Album Management: Managing our Fotki albums, and posting photos submitted by club members. Slide Show Management: Selection and posting of photos to the slide show on our homepage For photo related questions or submissions, Patrice can be reached at photos@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Patrice.

	Photo Historian Sandra N.
Sandra is a "born again" Calgarian, uprooted from Montreal during the FLQ crisis (yup, she is that old!!!). Upon leaving Monteal she turned left and landed in Nova Scotia, took a couple of years to realize that wasn't what she wanted, then backtracked and turned right and viola - here she is in Calgary, after a four-year layover in Vancouver. She took up hiking (and being active) fairly late in life, and became very enthusiastic about the whole mountain thing quie quickly. Easy x-country skiing and snowshoeing ensure a reasonable fitness come spring. A good bike ride, say between 25-35 kilometers, on Calgary's great bike paths makes for a wonderful outing as well. She has also recently taken up dragon boating and loves being on the water. As one of our Photo Historians, Sandra is responsible for: Photo Album Management: Managing our Fotki albums, and posting photos submitted by club members. Slide Show Management: Selection and posting of photos to the slide show on our homepage For photo related questions or submissions, Sandra can be reached at photos@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Sandra N..

	Issues Corner Team Member Ben C (aka Batfink)
Ben has been in Alberta since 2005 having first lived in Lake Louise and now Calgary. He grew up spending most of his time cycling, hiking, backpacking in the hot tropical jungles in and around Singapore and Malaysia. Living on an island, he was also heavily involved in Sea Kayaking and was formerly a Personal Fitness Trainer as well a Tae Kwon Do Instructor. These days, Ben does hikes, backpacking, camping, kayaking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and is usually learning something new. He also has wanderlust and likes to travel to places he hasn�t been to before. His pace is usually tortoise like, mainly because he�s a slowpoke, is genetically anemic and tends to bring too much unnecessary stuff in his pack. On his days off, if he�s not doing any of the above you�ll find him at the movies or out riding his motorcycle. As a member of our Issues Corner team, Ben is responsible for reviewing, assessing and addressing complaints against COC members and volunteers. Contact the Issues Corner team at complaint@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ben C (aka Batfink).

	Webmaster Ed
The most important event in my life took place in Portland Oregon on May 6, 1922 about 2:00 AM in the morning, and it's all been downhill since. I grew up in Southern California near Los Angeles, eventually graduating from The University of Southern California as a chemical engineer after a brief break for the unpleasantness that ended in 1945. After a couple of false starts, I went to work for Texaco, came to Canada in December 1971, and finished my career here in Calgary. I have three children (two boys and a girl). Both boys work in the oil patch and the daughter became an RN. Two of the grandchildren are geophysicists and the other four are still making their way through school and college. My main interests these days are hiking and maintaining a web site (http://www.digestivedistress.com) for my daughter�s charitable organization, Gastroparesis and Dysmotilities Association. I hope to coordinate a few hikes for the club. As a doddering old timer, I will probably have to limit myself to the easy ones like Sentinel Pass, but if the sun should hide behind a cloud, don�t expect the hike to be canceled. (Editor's Note: Don't let Ed's self-deprecating humor fool you... he's a strong hiker - hiked the West Coast Trail in summer 2007, is often at the front of the pack, and is usually armed with his fancy GPS for route finding and exploring). As the club's webmaster, Ed is responsible for: Updating content on static informational pages on web site Updating web site options for site formatting and functioning Updating announcements on club home page Creating and updating club e-mail addresses/forwarders Updating volunteer credentials, photos and bios as required. Answering e-mail inquiries sent to webmaster@calgaryoutdoorclub.com Ed served on the club executive from 2007-2009 as Vice President and Director. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ed.

	Forum Administrator Ian Courtney (STFU Ian)
Ian is originally from Saskatchewan (mostly) and has been in Calgary since 1996. He is a systems administrator who develops and hosts his own web servers at home. He joined the Calgary Outdoor Club in the summer of 2004 and offered to set up a new set of forums for us so that we can have discussions without the pop-ups that came with our old service. He can be found on most social outings, and when found on a trail often comes accompanied by his boisterous black lab Cheero. Ian can be reached at forum@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ian Courtney (STFU Ian).

	Social Networking Communication Manager Sue W.
Sue moved to Calgary from Scandinavia as an infant. She is a Litigation Support Specialist and Litigation Support Software Trainer. She says her outdoor interests include ANYthing outdoors, including snowshoeing, skating, hiking, downhill skiing/snowboarding, x-country skiing, winter camping, summer camping, mountain biking, road cycling, running, climbing/ice climbing, backpacking, mountaineering, in-line skating and kayaking. Her other interests include photography, writing, computers, training/teaching, and �anything fun�. Sue joined the COC in November 2007 as a way to meet new people and to always have someone to do things with. She coordinates family events, skiing, skating, running, hikes, mountain bike rides, road cycling and one-off interesting events as they arise. She is a determined, die-hard outdoors person and weather will generally not stop her unless it is unsafe conditions (ie, poor road conditions, dangerous temperatures) but says she is most certainly a SLOWPOKE. She generally sticks to her planned itinerary but has been known to take a lot of photos. Her all time favorite trips have been a Moab mountain biking trip, and a COC Sulphur Mountain hike with a soak at the hot springs and dinner afterwards. Social Networking Communications Manager - Updating notices and managing the Facebook Site COC Facebook Site Executive Shadow - Attending Exec meetings to understand club procedures, assisting in organizing the Spring Fling and AGM. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Sue W..


	Event Coordinator (Since July 09) Allie B On The Go
Allie and her partner, Dan, relocated to Calgary in 1999, after spending their honeymoon camping in the Rocky Mountains. On the east coast, she took full advantage of every opportunity to get out and hike, camp, kayak, canoe and rock climb. She completed several Nova Scotia Outdoor Leadership Development (NSOLD) courses, as well as kayak and canoe safety courses. Over the last decade, a desk job contributed to steadily gaining weight and becoming more and more unhealthy. At 40, she became a rebel and obtained her motorcycle license and a rather tasteful tattoo (much to her husband�s chagrin). Last year, after seeing Mt. Blanc up close, she decided she would start getting in shape to eventually summit it by age 50. She began working out, but continually had the call of the great outdoors. This lead her to search hiking clubs in Calgary online, and to the COC. Her events will encompass several different types of activities from socials to (eventually) more strenuous backpacking and hiking trips. Allie believes that everyone has it within them to live a healthy life and have fun while doing it. Because of this, her events will be all-inclusive, slow to moderate pace, and encourage those who are new to outdoor life to keep at it. Her other interests are her dogs, Newman and Blue, travel, music, cooking, travel, experiencing different languages and culture, and did she mention, TRAVEL?! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Allie B On The Go.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 07) Alvin J
Alvin was born and raised in rural (northern) Alberta, went �walk-about� for a few years and then settled in the Calgary area over 20 years ago. He is a bean counter, doing accounting and finance for a private real-estate company. His outdoor interests including mountain biking, hiking, camping, kayaking, sailing and skiing. His other interests include being a supportive dad for his two teenaged daughters, good food, and a bottle of wine by the fire. Alvin joined the COC in November 2005, attracted by the variety of activities, and wanting to try (and coordinate) overnight cross-country ski trips. Alvin coordinates mountain biking, camping and cross-country ski events for the COC. He doesn�t mind a bit of rain/mud/snow, but says that group safety comes first when deciding whether to proceed. He loves to tap the group�s knowledge to improve on his planned trip itinerary, so be prepared to contribute ideas and go with the flow if a great diversion is proposed. Alvin�s events often carpool from Cochrane, and smaller groups are often invited for a post-event hot tub and cold beer. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Alvin J.

	Event Coordinator (Since Feb 09) Andrew S
Andrew was born near Kingston Ontario and followed the call of the mountains to Calgary in 1992. He is into almost any outdoor activity and joined the COC to meet like-minded people with a passion for the outdoors. When he�s not outside Andrew coordinates GIS and mapping for a Pipeline Engineering firm. In the winter Andrew is a die-hard downhill and cross-country skier. In the summer he enjoys hiking, scrambling, trail running, mountain biking, backpacking and camping. He usually prefers events that have a quick pace and higher difficulty rating, but from time to time he also does more moderate events. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Andrew S.

	Event Coordinator (Since Nov 09) Anna-Lisa
I was born and raised in the cold and flat terrain known as Winnipeg. I eventually left the cold terrain and moved to (an almost as cold and flat place) Edmonton to pursue graduate studies, and after five years I moved to Calgary in 2001 to complete an internship. I secured a great job after my internship ended in 2002 (in Student and Enrolment Services at the University of Calgary) and have been there ever since. In the summertime you can likely find me on the tennis courts or on hiking day trips to the mountains. In the winter I often stick closer to the city, participating in activities like urban hikes and volleyball (and we can�t forget social events!), but I hope to get out more into the mountains during the winter with activities like snowshoeing, and I�d like to learn how to cross-country ski. I coordinate events such as easy to moderate hikes, urban hikes, social events, and tennis. I hike at a slow pace and enjoy hiking with other slower paced folks while enjoying the scenery and keeping the group together. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Anna-Lisa.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 08) Arina
Arina arrived in Calgary in July 2007 and says it was "Mountains, Mountains, Mountains" that brought her out from Mississauga, Ontario. Her outdoor interests include hiking, scrambling, backpacking, caving, skiing and horseback riding. Other interests include photography, dancing and traveling. Expect Arina's events to be at a slow-to-moderate but steady pace. She likes to go for longer and moderate-to-difficult activities and likes going for the nice views at high elevation. She prefers optimal conditions for photography, however she will hike in less than optimal conditions because, she says, "getting out there in not so nice weather is better than not getting out at all". She likes to explore and do little side trips, time and weather permitting. Since she is fairly new to the area, some "exploring" may happen naturally, and has been known to stop for photos. Her all-time favorite trip with the COC was to Healy Pass with thousands of flowers everywhere you look and her other favorite was her one-month trip through many US National Parks among which Yosemite, Yellowstone, Zion, Bryce, Grand Canyon & Arches. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Arina.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 08) Artur
Born in Poland, Artur came to Calgary in the summer of 2007 from London, ON. After discovering COC in a register at the top of Redoubt Mt. he joined the club the same day. Artur plans to organize skiing and tennis events. Occasionally you might see him leading a scramble trip or a day hike. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Artur.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 07) Baljinder
I moved to Calgary in April 1982 just prior to the oil sands boom that went bust. I was hired by an engineering company from England to work on design of oil sands project in Ft. McMurray. Despite the work situation, we fell in love with Calgary and never went back. I have travelled on business to various cities in different countries and I still rate Calgary to be the best place to live and raise kids. My interests are in hiking, snowshoeing and backpacking. I like to host most of my events close to Calgary, within 1 � hour drive. My other interests are watching good movies and enjoying a good glass of wine. Most of my hikes tend to be at a moderate pace with difficulty level up to D4 and I like to stick closely to the plan. My favorite event was the packing trip to Elk Pass. I work in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Management Company as a control systems engineer that provides services to Oil and Gas Industry. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Baljinder.

	Event Coordinator (Since March 09) Barbara aka Babs
I was born and raised in Calgary. Went to Toronto for too long, and took the long way back to Calgary by stopping in Vancouver. After experiencing 6 weeks of straight rain and my feet starting to web, I decided this wasn't the place to be, and the day after my contract ended, packed up and headed home . That was the year it flooded in Calgary. Yes, I do have a sense of humour. I am an almost eternal optimist, and have a stick with it attitude. I am the same with the weather. I pretty much will go out in any kind of weather. Be prepared! I enjoy hiking, biking, social events, and adrenaline activities. I have a very dry sense of humour. I an A type hiker, with a B attitude. I do insist on hiking together especially on difficult terrain or bear areas. I have backpacked on my own to Australia, New Zealand, Uganda, Tanzania, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand. I am working on my next extended trip. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Barbara aka Babs.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 2008) Barbara
Barbara came to Calgary in 2006 attracted by the wilderness of Canada. She's originally from Budapest, Hungary. She now works as an SAP analyst for an oil company. Her main outdoor interests are hiking, scrambling and downhill skiing. Her other interests include geology, traveling and different cultures. Barbara plans to coordinate hikes, scrambles, x-country and downhill skiing events. She will go out rain or shine; a true diehard. She prefers a slow to moderate pace because of her asthma. She is open to taking side trips but is mindful of the impact to the group of changing her itinerary. Her perfect day would involve scrambling up a difficult peak in Jasper and jumping into Miette hot springs afterwards. She feels that the most beautiful country she has traveled to is Iceland. The best adventure she has ever had was traversing Pierre Saint Martin cave in the Pyrenees See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Barbara.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 05) Barry McConnell
Barry was born in Edmonton, and moved to Calgary at a very young age. He comes from a large family, having 7 brothers and sisters. Barry has been employed with Calgary Coop for 25 years. Barry's interests are varied but animals, sports and social functions are at the top of his list. His outdoor interests include camping, downhill skiing, walking his dog �Chico�, and bike riding on the city bike paths. He also enjoys a variety of sports, including volleyball, hockey, ball hockey, tennis, and golf. Going for dinner, movies, shooting pool, games, and dancing top his social list. Barry joined the COC in Dec 2004 after hearing about it from a friend. He primarily is interested in organizing social and sporting events. He describes himself as "not an avid hiker", but has given it a try now that he�s volunteering. Barry is a wonderful person to be around and is one to make you laugh. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Barry McConnell.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 07) Beth
Beth has lived in Calgary since 1988 and has found a passion for activities outdoors and in the mountains. She started by being a Ski Friend at Lake Louise where she would show Lake Louise guests some of the best runs and best snow at Lake Louise. Now she would like to explore the outdoors with others from Calgary. Her interests include skiing (both down hill and cross country), hiking, backpacking, skating (both ice and in-line), snowshoeing, cycling, kayaking � and is up for new adventures. Beth is interested in coordinating trips that have a good fitness component - but can also stop and take lots of photos and bask in the amazing part of the world that we live in. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Beth.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 07) Britta
Britta grew up in Edmonton but has no problem conceding that Calgary is a terrific place to live. She moved to Calgary in 2006 largely because of the opportunities for outdoor pursuits. In the summmer, Britta is usually out mountain biking and hiking, where as in the winter cross-country skiing is her thing. On events that she co-ordinates, she is likes to keep a brisk pace. Her favourite trails in the Calgary area are too numerous to mention, but she is always on the look out for new favourites and so often finds herself in unfamiliar territory--'have map will travel'. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Britta.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 07) Carol Guthrie
I'm originally from Edmonton, but spent 8 years in New Zealand before returning to Canada in 1989. My passion is the outdoors so it just made sense to move to Calgary rather than Edmonton. I spent a number of years hiking, backpacking and scrambling, but once I started mountain biking I was hooked. I love the speed and the technical challenges of biking. I am also an avid skier with backcountry skiing being at the top of the list, followed by downhill and cross country skiing. I'm a bit of an adrenaline junkie, and love anything that is fast and gets my heart pounding. Most of my trips will be intermediate to advanced and at a reasonable or moderate+ pace. Not all trips will necessarily go as planned as weather and conditions change and I like to be adaptable. I joined COC in spring '07 and am keen to met new people to share adventures with. Check out some of my adventures at http://www.headwaysystems.com/Personal.htm. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Carol Guthrie.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 07) Casey Zayko
Casey is originally from Poland and came to Canada in 1990. He studied Anthropology at Warsaw University, taught history, and has been a small business owner since 1994. His favorite hikes in the Rocky Mountains include Tonquin Valley, Mt. Robson, Assiniboine PP that included a face to face encounter with a grizzly sow and her two cubs. Besides that, his favorite hike was celebrating his 50th birthday on top of Kilimanjaro with a windchill of �20C in the company of his fast freezing guide. Casey is a landscape photographer by passion, and therefore most of his events will be photography oriented. He plans to do some overnight trips to scenic locations to witness and photograph the incredible colors of the sunrise and the sunset skies, but you have to be willing to pay the price and carry your heavy backpack to get there. Get your cameras ready! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Casey Zayko.

	Event Coordinator (Since June 07) Catherine Mac
Although Catherine has only been in Calgary for nine years, she first discovered the city and its incredible scenery some 22 years ago. Having lived in Vancouver, Edmonton, Ottawa and Toronto in the past, she has no intention of ever leaving Calgary again. Her first hiking experience was as a parent volunteer accompanying a high school group to Cox Hill. It was on reaching the summit of Cox Hill, and the spectacular view from the top, that hooked her. Hiking and snow shoeing are her main outdoor interests, although she likes slow paced biking as well. To be able to hike more frequently, Catherine joined COC in July 2005, and in 2007 started to become much more involved in the club. Catherine is an accountant and has her own small business, which provides some flexibility for her to pursue her outdoor interests. As a coordinator, Catherine plans moderate hikes, with a moderate pace. Although the scenery is a major draw, she also likes to get a good workout on the trail. But she does not plan to try to beat any records in reaching the summit � breathing breaks, pictures breaks, and snack breaks � are all part of a good hike for her. Weather rarely dissuades her from tackling a hike. Being a fairly organized person, Catherine sticks pretty closely to planned itineraries. All time favourite hikes include Rockbound Lake, the Iceline in Yoho, and Jumpingpound Ridge. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Catherine Mac.

	Event Coordinator (Since Feb 07) Charlene W
Charlene grew up in Calgary, traipsed around Canada and the world like a gypsy-girl then came back here in 2002 expecting to do a master�s degree in neuroscience. She and her son, Matheu, first enjoyed the COC when tobogganing in January 2005 with Margaret. Since there weren�t many events they could both go on, Charlene lurked for awhile then went on events while her son was away in the summers. Now, as a coordinator, she can post events for all ages - underwater hockey for instance! Even better, now that she is self-employed, she can post events mid-week. Adventurous and persistent beyond what some would consider sensible, she takes calculated risks according to the interests of the group. Stopping to ponder the ecology and culture of her surroundings, members should get a full appreciation from the experience. Slowest of the slow pokes, she wants to be sure everyone can enjoy the good fun, fresh air, and exercise. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Charlene W.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 05) Charles (The Colonel)
Charles was born in Victoriaville Quebec, and lived in Montreal 3 years for school. Charles first moved to Calgary in 1998 to learn English (still working on it!). He got a season pass at Sunshine Village where he skied 29 times in 1999-2000, the year he felt in love with the Rockies. After living 2 years in Ottawa, thinking that his life belonged in Eastern Canada, he moved back to Alberta in 2002. Charles has been a WestJet employee since 2000, and spends all his money traveling the globe. Other than that, he plays hockey and soccer year round, and definitely needs to spend a day a week in the mountains to remain sane. Charles joined the club in late 2004 to spend more time in the mountains. He mostly does hikes, easier scrambles, snowshoe events, and downhill skiing. He believes that the weather makes your trip more memorable - chances are you�ll remember that rainy hike you had 2 years ago, but not that sunny one, so don�t count on him to cancel any events due to weather! Some of his favorite hikes are Eiffel lake and Mount Bourgeau. Sunshine and Le Massif (Qc) are his favorite ski hills. And, just for the record, he loves poutine. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Charles (The Colonel).

	Event Coordinator (Since Nov 2009) Fluffy
Christine is a born and raised Calgarian. She enjoys: baseball, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, walking/hiking, the mountains, and fun in the sun. She is also interested in: dancing, volleyball, soccer, dodge ball, generally all sports, traveling, adventures,and day trips. Christine works in recreation planning programs and activities for children. And you will probably see her coordinating volleyball,and sporting events. Her hikes are a slow-paced and relaxed type pace, and she is more of a fair weather outdoors person, -12 degrees is her cut off. She likes to make sure everyone knows what is happening but understands you always have to be prepared for the unexpected, spontaneous activities can add a little adventure. Her all-time favorite trips include: West Edmonton trip and the Drumheller/Ghost town trip. Christine likes to have a good time, laugh alot and ensure everyone else is having fun! You only live once! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Fluffy.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 08) Conny D
Conny came to Calgary in 2006 and soon looked out for an outdoor club after a few seasons with the outdoor clubs in Guelph and Victoria (cheers to both!). Originally an ocean kid from the white beaches of the Baltic Sea, she has developed a passion for mountains and loves living so close to the Rockies now. Her favorite activities are skiing, hiking, horseback riding, scrambling, and just trying out different things once in a while. As a former skydiver and motorcycle fan, she likes an occasional adrenaline kick after all, but keeps it mellow otherwise. Her trips are relaxed trail riding, hiking or anything for variety. Previous trip favourites - before coming to Calgary - were sea kayaking on Haida Gwaii, trail riding on Icelandic horses in foot-deep snow, spelunking at the Niagara escarpment, canyoning in the Ecuadorian Amazon, and a hiking trip to a cave of hanging snakes in Southern Mexico (not half as bad as it sounds). See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Conny D.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 07) Craig marshall
Originally from Saskatchewan, I definitely have a little flat land blood running through my veins as I currently work for John Deere and spent many years working on farms. My family moved to Calgary when I was about 9 and I have remained here ever since. I consider myself super lucky to be able to work in a field I enjoy and have this incredible playground just an hour or so to the west. I have always been a pretty active person (yes, I have a few scars to prove it). I grew up on a skateboard, which as I grew older spawned a love of snowboarding. I enjoy pretty much any riding but will often try and seek out pockets of powder, even if it means tackling the steeps packing a beacon and shovel. I hope to take some avalanche training in the future and eventually try a little back country exploring, hiking to that secret powder stash is a something I really enjoy. I always enjoyed biking but a year or so back got into mountain biking, which has now fueled a desire to ride more and get stronger on my bike (that's my excuse for the latest addition to my bike fleet, my cyclocross bike). My newest addition to the fleet has managed to see quite a bit of action and I am really enjoying the diversity it offers. I am enjoying road riding, and now feel like I have opened another avenue to get out and enjoy riding when it's early season, or the trails are muddy, or just when it feels right to head out and feel the rush of speed rolling down the smooth pavement. Mountain biking is still my biggest passion, I love getting out on the trails in and around Calgary to enjoy an afternoon, or an evening or even an all day epic adventure on my bike. I originally joined the club as an outlet to network with other people interested in mountain biking, but since joining the club, I have had the opportunity to meet lots of great people and experience new and exciting things. I hope I am able to share some of the great activities, people and places that I have experienced through the club, through some of my events, and look forward to exploring many new places, and meeting lots more fun and intriguing people. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Craig marshall.

	Event Coordinator (Since Feb 09) Dan T
Born and raised in Winnipeg, Dan spent many enjoyable days canoeing on lakes and slow rivers in eastern Manitoba. His first career, as a pilot, took him to various locations in Western Canada including the interior of British Columbia where he lived for four years. It was at Red Mountain near Rossland that he learned what downhill skiing was really about, as opposed to what passes for it in Manitoba. Dan moved to Calgary in 1980 and since then has broadened his outdoor interests to include horseback riding, cross-country skiing and walking/hiking in the foothills and mountains. He has ridden/skied/walked many of the trails between Sandy McNabb and Blue Rock west of Turner Valley. Since joining the Calgary Outdoor Club in May 2008 he has started kayaking and snowshoeing and hopes to continue those activities as well. He likes moderate-paced events, and if more difficulty is desired prefers to increase the distance or elevation gain rather than speed up the pace. Hot weather, cold temperatures, snow � they don�t bother him (he�s from Winnipeg, remember). But if the forecast is for hot temperatures he would probably schedule an event for early in the morning to take advantage of the cooler temperatures. He says that in southern Alberta we have to be prepared for rain from spring through fall, and to always make the best of what happens weather-wise, but he does not enjoy being out in steady rain. Dan is open to suggestions that may make his outings more enjoyable for all participants but would want everyone to be in agreement before making any changes. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Dan T.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 08) Daryl B.
Daryl didn�t embrace an active lifestyle until moving to Red Deer from Saskatoon in 2000. Although he joined the COC in 2004 as part of his ongoing quest to find opportunities to share his passion for the outdoors with others, he didn�t actually participate in his first COC event until moving to Calgary from Banff in May 2007. He is now a regular on the COC event circuit, and he loves the diversity of people and events that make up the club. A lifelong fan of summer and sunshine, he enjoys all summer season has to offer using both foot and pedal power. He also likes healthy doses of things like tennis, inline skating, camping and lacrosse. After trying to deny the existence of winter for most of his life, in December 2007, he took his first tentative, and cold, steps toward embracing it. Now you are just as likely to see him picking himself up off a cross country ski trail or skating on an outdoor rink. His biggest adjustment to tackling winter activities has been the need to let his hair grow for a day before going out so his toque will actually stay on his head. He is even contemplating the purchase of winter boots, a fashion accessory he has not owned for about 25 years. Daryl enjoys exploring new trails and is always curious to know what is around the next bend. Regardless of the event, he has a tendency to treat it like it should be an Olympic time trial. He prefers a quick pace and enjoys the challenge of pushing to be at the front of the pack. It is rumoured he is looking to purchase a watch so he can more accurately gauge his time. In addition, he is particularly challenged by the �long� trails with no obvious destination because he feels it just isn�t right to turn back until you reach the end. Ultimately, however, it is about fun and safety. Everyone needs to return safe and sound in order to be in a position to enjoy the next adventure. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Daryl B..

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 07) Dave
Dave has been in Calgary for four years - he came here from Toronto to hike and work. He sells dental equipment and lists his job as one of his interests - he says that his job is a total blast and it's the easiest job he's ever worked hard at. He also lists food (cooking and eating), movies, travel and writing among his interests. Dave's outdoor interests include hiking, scrambling, scree slopes, snowshoeing, kayaking and food (Editor's note: wow... that's a lot of interest in food). He says he will coordinate hiking, hiking and food (there's that food again!), snow shoeing and maybe kayaking events. His events generally have a slow to moderate pace but he is a die-hard finisher and will go in any weather - especially rain. Rain lifts out all the wilderness scents!! Dave generally sticks to his itinerary rather than going on side trips, unless the entire group is willing and prepared (safety first, food second). Expect serious fun, and no deviations from safety. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Dave.

	Event Coordinator (Since Apr 07) Dave S
Dave left Winnipeg to see the world and found himself being shipped off endlessly to exotic Wainwright Alberta. He still pines for the Winnipeg Jets, even though they left town in 1996, and the Arena was �Blowed up. Blowed up real good!� in 2006. Dave still thinks, the Jets and the Arena are still in Winnipeg. Dave learned how to ski in a ditch outside of Winnipeg (where they call 150 feet vertical a ski hill). He likes downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking, camping, biking and social events. He joined the COC in February 2006 to find activity partners who weren�t golf addicts. He coordinates bike trips, hikes and slow-pitch baseball. On his hikes, expect to keep a �normal� pace and distance as Dave has no desire to bike the Tour de France nor climb Mt. Everest nor do four-minute miles. He generally sticks to the itinerary but is open to suggestions. His all-time favourite trips (when not being shipped off to Wainwright) include seeing the Northern Lights in Norway above the Arctic Circle, and hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Peru. He says please, no whiners on his events, and no hero cookies will be given for being the fastest or the best. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Dave S.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 07) Debbie A
Debbie has been in Calgary since 1992, and came here via Regina and then Winnipeg. Her outdoor interests include hiking, scrambling, kayaking, snow shoeing, x-country and downhill skiing. She also enjoys walking/running in the off-leash parks with her yellow lab, Houston. Debbie's all-time favorite trips include: Athabasca Glacier Hike (2004): gearing up with ice cleats, helmets and harnesses and rappelling into a crevasse in the Athabasca Glacier, and more recently, river kayaking with Paddlefest 2007, organized by Alberta White Water Association. Debbie coordinates moderate to difficult hikes and scrambles and likes to stick with a moderate pace. She says if the day starts out with good weather but turns bad, she can still make a good day out of it, but if the weather is bad from the start, she's likely to cancel or postpone an event. More than sticking rigidly to her itinerary, Debbie prefers keeping an open mind to exploring and asks that you attend with the expectation of having fun and meeting new people. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Debbie A.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 09) debbie christianson
I was born and raised a native Calgarian on a small farm on the city limits. I own and operate a small sign shop here in the city for the past 8 years. Ten years ago a friend took me on my first hike to Lake Louise where I fell in love with the sights and splendor of the area. I have continued to pursue this hobby since then and get out as often as I can throughout the seasons. I joined the COC about 5 years ago looking to find like-minded individuals who just enjoy getting out in the mountains and meeting new people. The other interests I enjoy pursuing would be photography, snowshoeing, bike riding, dancing and just sitting in the backyard with friends. The style of hiking I seek the most would be to do hikes rarely less than 18 km and elevations over 500m cause I find that all the really good stuff is at the Top! I also like to keep a moderate pace so that I can fit in as much of a day as I can because I can never get out to hike as often as I would like, so therefore, I hate going home after 3 or 4 hours of hiking. Of course, though, I always fit in enough time for picture taking !! My favorite hikes for far would be the Iceline, Burgess Highline Pass, Crypt Lake and Burstall Pass. I also enjoy going to Mt. Assinaboine and Lake O'Hara. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by debbie christianson.

	Event Coordinator (Since Nov 07) Diane I
Diane grew up on a farm around Swan River, Manitoba, spent a few years in �Winterpeg�, and has been in the Calgary area since 1980 � living in Crossfield since 1990. She moved here to be closer to the mountains after a spring ski trip to Sunshine Village. Diane is a Graphic Artist, dances with a Ukrainian dance group and is a volunteer firefighter with the Crossfield Fire Department. Diane�s outdoor interests include hiking, kayaking/canoeing, mountain biking, backpacking, camping, ultimate, running, snowshoeing and x-c skiing. She coordinates hikes, scrambles, snow shoe and x-c ski events for the COC and likes to keep a good pace on her events. It�s not all about the destination but embracing the journey to it. Stopping for photo opportunities and taking in the sites along the way are important. She says she takes more breaks on steep hikes going up and loves doing scree on the way down. She is a die-hard outdoors person, stopping only for �raging blizzards� and �hurricanes�. On her trips she likes to build in a little side exploring to make things more interesting whenever possible and likes getting together for food and refreshments afterwards if time permits. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Diane I.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 05) Doug C
Doug is originally from the Ottawa area, and switched offices and came to work in Calgary in 2003 in search of a better way of life (he was always working out here anyway, so it seemed like the natural thing to do). He joined the COC in June of that year to meet some people in his new home city. Doug works as a geographer in the survey industry, and traveled for years conducting in-field airborne surveys. He is currently trying to find the right job in Calgary to settle into. He has a wide variety of interests, including hiking, biking, walking, dog walking and rollerblading. Other interests include web site design, reading, good movies and cooking (editor�s note: he�s REALLY good at the cooking thing). Doug coordinates hikes, biking events, dog walking and some social events such as movies and game nights. He is a fair-weather wussy (his words) so if it�s raining, Doug ain�t going! He prefers a slower pace and is usually at the back of the pack keeping an eye on everyone in front of him. As a general rule, Doug sticks to his planned itinerary and likes to stick together as a group for safety reasons. His all-time favorite hikes are Rae Glacier and Healy Pass. His favorite overseas trip was to the Kalahari in Botswana. Doug likes to have fun, be safe, have a good lunch, take lots of pictures, soak in the scenery, enjoy the day, and have a beer afterwards. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Doug C.

	Event Coordinator (Since June 2007 Duane
Duane, a die hard Sens fan (is there any other kind?), was born and raised in Ottawa where he lived for almost 20 years before moving to Saskatchewan. After a few years working at �Corner Gas� in �Dog River�, he decided it was time for a change so he packed up and headed off to Calgary in 1998. Duane has actively participated in team sports such as ice hockey and volleyball over the past several years. He also loves the mountains and enjoys exploring the many hiking trails within the Kananaskis region. His favourite hike of all time had to be Northover Ridge in June �06 where he didn�t find his way back to the car until after 1:30 in the morning. Armed with only a pack of matches, he created a torch out of his walking stick burning most of his clothes by the time he had made it back to the parking lot (he�s been receiving flashlights as gifts ever since). In the spring of 2007, Duane�s faithful hiking buddy moved away to Vancouver, kick starting Duane's interest in the COC. His plan was to seek out a fun group of people to share the odd hike with but ended up with a lot more than he bargained for. With so many great events to choose from he was instantly hooked and quickly decided he wanted to become more involved as a COC volunteer. Although he loves to hike it is more likely you will find him coordinating various sporting events such as soccer, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, hockey, ice skating and rafting. Duane is always up for an outdoor activity and makes every effort to proceed with an event even if the weather is less than ideal (the friends he dragged along for an afternoon raft on the Bow during a hail storm will attest to that!!) He�s the type that generally sticks to the plan but is never opposed to modifying the itinerary if it is likely to improve the overall experience for the group. Duane�s number one priority on any event is to have fun and stay safe. He will always make an effort to ensure each participant feels included and comes away with a positive experience. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Duane.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 07) Dustin M
I was born in Cape Breton and raised in Moncton, New Brunswick. I moved to Calgary in 2000 after finishing university. I participate in a lot of outdoor activities but most of my time in the summer is split between scrambles and golf (I am aware this is not a normal pairing). Some of my non outdoor interests are wine, beer, shooting pool, road trips and poker. I joined the COC in June 2007 to find more scrambling partners but have now gotten into other midweek pursuits such as Dodge Ball and Volleyball. Through the warmer months I will likely be organizing scrambles. Winter may find me coordinating snowshoeing, snowboarding and X-country skiing. Unless otherwise noted on the trip description I prefer a moderate to quick pace for scrambling. Weather forecasts will not interrupt my plans; I'll always at least drive out to the mountains to see for myself. If safety is an issue we'll look at other options, otherwise it's a go. Being a scrambler I usually have an objective to be reached but variations on how we get there and how we return are always fun. My favorite trips are those involving multiple peaks and/or any that end at a pub with fun people. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Dustin M.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 04) Edward Pothier
Ed was born in Edmonton and grew up in Exshaw (wow... have you ever met someone who grew up in Exshaw?), attended grade school in Banff and became very familiar with the outdoor pursuits in the Canmore and Banff areas. He moved around Alberta a bit, and then came to Calgary for work about 22 years ago. Ed is a paramedic with the City of Calgary EMS. His favorite outdoor activities include walking, hiking, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and kayaking, and indoor favorites include cooking and gardening. He joined the COC in September 2004 and joined the volunteer team in October 2004 and currently coordinates mountain hikes for us. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Edward Pothier.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 09) Eric (WCT Burger Eater)
Eric originally came from the Philippines. He didn't experience electricity until grade 5 so that's why he moved to the west. He used to work in Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia for almost 10 years and was a certified party animal especially while in Singapore. He discovered his outdoorsy passion at the later stages of his stint in the Far East while working with a boss from Czech Republic. During weekdays, you can find him in from of a computer coaxing his software programs to run, talking to microcomputer chips and begging them to work. His outdoor exploits include hiking, scrambling, back country camping and mountain biking. During winter, he likes snow shoeing, anything to do with skis and winter camping. He also likes to travel and photography. Eric coordinates day hikes, scrambles, back country camping, cross-country skiing and snow shoes. He usually does events in a slow to moderate pace, taking pictures, video clips and of course resting. Dawdlers and photographers are always welcome on his events. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Eric (WCT Burger Eater).

	Event Coordinator (Since August 09) Jim N
Transferring with his company to Calgary in May 2008, Jim joined the COC shortly after arriving and quickly embraced Alberta as his new home and all that living in Calgary has to offer. Born in Ontario, Jim has also lived in Vancouver where he went to cooking school and then returned to Ontario to further his education. �When I moved back to Ontario I found myself missing the mountains and when the opportunity presented itself to move to Alberta � I jumped at it!� Jim is a Territory Sales Manager traveling all of Alberta and to the territories in the north. Jim�s cooking talent is becoming widely known and is likely to have a tasty homemade treat to share with his fellow hikers. Don�t miss out on an overnight camping trip with Jim where the campfire dinner can be a gastronomic experience! Jim enjoys all types of activities and is always up to the challenge of learning something new. Jim�s advice is �if you have not seen me around � Look west and you will find me in the mountains!� See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Jim N.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 2010) Eva
Eva was born and grew up in the picturesque town of Carlsbad in the Czech Republic. Lived in Prague for a bit, moved to Germany for a while, spent a year in Australia, but decided that Canada is the place to be, for the time of being, anyways. The time of being has lasted for over 10 years now so there must be something about this place. She got completely hooked by the mountains a couple years ago. She loves their beautiful scenery, and the challenge. As there is so much to do and explore in the Rockies, you will not see her doing the same event too many times in a row. Her favourite all year round activity is scrambling but tends to mix it up with snowshoeing and x-country skiing in the winter time; hiking, backpacking, camping, swimming and biking in the summer time. She favours moderate to faster pace for scrambling, and moderate pace for cross-country skiing as she is still learning. From time to time she will just take it �lazy�, snap some pictures and enjoy the nature. She likes to stick to the itinerary but doesn�t mind taking side trips if it�s OK with the group. She enjoys the outdoors rain or shine and will not cancel an event just because of a little drizzle or frost. Outside of the mountains she likes yoga, good books, music, an occasional glass of wine and movies. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Eva.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 2009) Ewen
Ewen moved to Canada from England in 2005, and has been playing in the Rockies as much as possible ever since. He likes backcountry skiing (but is not too good at the skiing part...yet...there isn't much practice in England), hiking, backpacking, mountain biking (preferrably UP, who likes downhills?), scrambling (but not scary ones) and trail 'running'. Ewen works as a videographer, and occasionally annoys others on trips by bringing a video camera with him. You have been warned. Ewen generally likes a fast pace, but only because it allows you to fit more in a weekend. He also likes to hang out on summits for an hour, take extended photo-stops, and eat lunch in places with a nice view rather than good shelter. He also enjoys sidetrips and deviating from the itinerary, but only if it is to fit in more not less. He is a fan off more off-the-beaten-path type trips with an element of adventure. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ewen.

	Event Coordinator (Since June 08) Frank V
Frank is in Calgary since 1989 after spending few years in Regina, Saskatchewan. Definitely the mountains and outdoor activity played a big factor in his decision to move to Calgary and nowhere else. All his free time has been filled with variety of activities like playing tennis, hiking, scrambling, rock climbing, road biking. In the last few years Frank added to his activities river kayaking and mountain biking. One of the highlight of his biking is Golden Triangle in one day in 2004. Both downhill and cross-country skiing are in his repertoire for winter days. As is typical for many people in Calgary Frank is working for engineering company on oil sands projects. You can join Frank most likely on biking and cross-country skiing trips with moderate to difficult rating. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Frank V.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 09) Garnet A
Garnet moved to Calgary in April 2008 in order to be closer to the mountains where he spends the majority of his spare time. His interests include fly fishing, hiking, scrambling, XC and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, rock climbing, camping and cycling. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Garnet A.

	Event Coordinator (Since Apr 09) Genevieve
Genevieve is a palliative care nurse and came to Calgary from Montreal in 2001. She was only going to stay three years, but she got addicted to the mountains! Her outdoor interests include hiking, scrambling, back country camping and rock climbing. She also does some road biking. In the winter, she likes snow shoeing, downhill skiing and cross-country skiing. She gets quite anxious when summer comes as there is too much to do and not enough weekends to do it all. She is often found sitting in front of her maps and books with a calendar, trying to fit it all in. Her other interests include travel and photography and she says her favorite trip so far was a hiking trip to Peru with her brother. Genevieve coordinates day hikes, back country camping, indoor climbing, cross-country skiing and snow shoes. Her pace is moderate, but she likes to take time for pictures and water. Cold temperatures and rain don�t bother her� she says if they did, she wouldn�t do much out here. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Genevieve.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 2010) Geoff C
Geoff has lived in Calgary for almost 10 years, but grew up in Vancouver and Victoria BC. He enjoys hiking, scrambling, snowshoeing, skiing, canoeing, backpacking, and car camping. He seeks the best powder snow on the mountain when downhill skiing. His indoor favourites include bowling just for fun, reading action novels, and for work, performing chemical laboratory testing. Geoff likes to coordinate medium-sized groups travelling at a moderate pace. He likes to stop and take photographs whilst on the outing. He stays close to plans unless he spots something really interesting - and the group agrees to join him. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Geoff C.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 09) Gerrylite
I haven�t kissed the Blarney Stone because I don�t need to. I�m a Dubliner by birth and Calgarian by inclination and it is okay. I sent many happy weekends cycling, motorcycling and hiking the hills and glens of Ireland in my youth and it got better when I arrived in Calgary. More open spaces, real mountains ,snow, cold and definitely drier and sunnier weather. Once over my competitive road running stage I tackled Heart mountain, Grotto mountain and Big Sister. I was hooked. Now I�m a co-ordinator I intend to share my bug for scrambling mountains particularly south of Calgary. Next year I hope to share 30 years of running experience perhaps by starting a weekly marathon/half marathon training sessions leading up to the Calgary Marathon. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Gerrylite.

	Event Coordinator (Since Nov 04) glenn davis
Glenn was born in a little town called North Bay in Ontario and promptly moved to a smaller town called Ottawa (native translation is "Land of Little Sticks") when he was young. He found a fondness for the outdoors because he always lost his house keys and was not good at breaking into buildings (without getting caught). Way back when the earth cooled and the dinosaurs had just died, otherwise known as the seventies, he spent two summers in the mountains visiting family. His first weekend there, he was made to go up a mountain. The complaining has never stopped, although there has been plenty of climbing and hiking to follow, much to his disappointment (and the frustration of others). Have these people never heard of television? It is, after all, what raised Glenn, and is the basis for all of his opinions. In the nineties, he moved to Yellowknife, (we never said he was smart) where he discovered the love of water sports such as diving and sailing. He eventually sobered up enough to realize where he was living, and relocated to Calgary to pursue more water activities (once again, not smart). Since water is hard to find, hiking is the way to go, if only to see if there are any lakes anywhere. One can only raft the Bow so many times. His only keen observation when in the mountains is "this would be a great view if all these rocks weren�t in the way". Glenn coordinates hikes for the club. He is a slow hiker, and his groups normally split into a fast and slow group, with Glenn leading from the back. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by glenn davis.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 06) Gloria Allison
Gloria grew up on a farm near Glen Bain, Saskatchewan, and now lives in Airdrie. She married her high-school sweetheart, Victor, and they have two kids, Jordan (18) and Janelle (13). Growing up in Saskatchewan, Gloria curled in the winter and played softball in the summer. Since arriving in Alberta, she and her family have explored the mountains and Gloria finds that she loves to hike and has just taken up snow shoeing. Her other interests include making greeting cards, scrapbooking her family photos, baking/cooking and sewing. She has played the piano/keyboard since she was four years old. Gloria coordinates hikes and snow shoe trips, and looks forward to coordinating some scrambles once she is more experienced with the sport, as well as some social events. She likes to hike at a moderate pace, although she loves to take pictures and enjoy the scenery so will make stops along the way. She prefers hiking on nice sunny days (cool, not cold), but has been known to hike when it's raining or snowing. She loves to explore and go on little side trips, although she'll always ensure the group is in consensus on decisions and she won't tackle anything that she doesn't feel is safe. Gloria is very personable and likes to meet new people, so her events are perfect for club newbies! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Gloria Allison.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 08) Gord P
What's with all the third person stuff? No one is writing this on behalf of me so here goes the first first person narrative of Gord, I mean me. In Calgary 14 or so years, though I'd rather not say where I was from. No, I'm not in a witless protection program, it's just the truth is too embarrassing. I can confirm I've never looked back (or North about 3 hours). I moved to Calgary to work with pigs, (neither the 4 nor 2 legged kinds though). Work was ideal if you love Dilbert, me, I decided big (bureaucratic) companies (with lots of accountants) drive me nuts. So I've stayed in the pipeline inspection industry but helping head up a smaller, wizzier firm. I've made a lot more room for outdoor pursuits in my life lately, usually on MTBs, XC or B/C skis, or in a departure from speed, snowshoes. DH skiing is also good for a few days per year, but I prefer a mix of all winter sports. These events would be my usual choices to lead. I enjoy talking and am happy to answer questions, so people new to the club or sport are welcome on the majority of my events. It'll take a serious rain before I'd cancel a ride, and below -12C for riding, -25C for ski/SS would be the temperatures that'll make me think twice. Night riding or skiing are also options I'm happy to take. There is nothing I don't like in the bush except bear slobber on my neck. And I prefer exploring a bit, so don't be surprised if there is a bit of off-roading & bush-whacking but at a reasonable pace. Photography is also a favorite hobby and I'll usually have time for that on my trips. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Gord P.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 08) Hanan
Hanan developed a love for the mountains and Alpine scenery at a very young age after her first visit to Switzerland. Given some of her genetic origins in the Swiss Appenzeller regions, she found a little Switzerland here in Alberta when she moved to Calgary in 2005. She has lived all over the world and has travelled extensively. She considers herself a supranational soul. Be prepared for a long answer if you ask her where she's from. Hanan likes to enjoy the scenery as she hikes, and generally hikes at a slow to moderate pace. She's a fair weather hiker, and safety is important to her. It is very important that the group stays together. She will always stick to the itenerary and will only make small adjustments if the entire group agrees. Her main interests include hiking, camping, rafting, kayaking, and backpacking, but is open to trying almost anything as long as it is in tune with nature. She also enjoys bicycling, rollerblading and swimming; and hopes to do some trail runs before the summer is over. She's an adventurer at heart, so she hopes to coordinate a few bushwhacking side trips and whitewater rafting trips this summer. Hanan can be goofy. She can't help it really. She loves to joke with a serious face, so if she says something ridiculous, she is joking, because she's not totally weird, only a little. She's also fun and silly sometimes, but never compromises safety and club rules. Hanan is a raw vegan for health reasons, so if you see her eating green mush and bananas on the trail, please don't tell her she's a monkey, ok? She just might start acting like one. She prefers that people do not comment or tease her about her food as it can get tiresome. Questions are welcome. Off-trail, she is a Human Resources Professional, a Life and Business Coach, an Internet Marketer and a Forex Trader. Yep, it is a lot, she doesn't do all at once though. She is a dedicated Yoga student, regularly practicing Iyengar and Kundalini yoga. Her hobbies include belly dancing and meeting new and old friends. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Hanan.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 08) HJ Hornbeck
In my teen years, I had an epiphany. Every career and hobby choice that interested me involved a lot of sitting down. Since I was already an expert at that, with a waistline that suggested as much, my current fitness level would be the best I'd ever be. That terrified me. So I started jogging, mostly around my parent's house in Calgary. After a few years, my waistline tightened up and I started to prefer stairs to the elevator. A second epiphany hit me during my mid-twenties. Much as I loved the arts and my computer, both hobbies were quite lonely pursuits. If I wanted a better social life, and I did, I'd have to set aside time for it. This touched off a few years of tinkering with my schedule. I didn't help that my job kept odd, erratic hours. Eventually, I stumbled on the Outdoor Club and decided it was worth trying. It certainly was! I haven't found or thought of any group that allows me to keep in shape, stretch my social muscles, and indulge my photography addiction all at once. I exhumed a long-lost interest in cycling, tried and fell in love with snow shoeing, and went on more beautiful hikes than I care count. Becoming a coordinator allows me to give back to this wonderful community, while stuffing my schedule with even more activities. It's win-win! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by HJ Hornbeck.

	Event Coordinator (Since Apr 08) Heather Anderson
Heather is originally from Ontario. She came to Calgary in the spring of 2007. Quickly after moving here she became a true mountain addict, as she now ventures out to the mountains almost every weekend. She enjoys everything outdoors: hiking, scrambling, climbing (both indoor and outdoor), cycling, cross-country skiing, ski touring and backpacking. She also enjoys ultimate frisbee, running and soccer. Generally, Heather prefers to keep a moderate to fast pace for scrambling and hiking, but also loves to stop to take long summit breaks, particularily if the weather is nice. At times Heather can be slightly directionally challenged, and most of the events she coordinates are new to her so some help with route-finding is appreciated! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Heather Anderson.

	Event Coordinator (Since Nov 08) Hilary E
Hilary was born in England, grew up in Montreal, went to university in Toronto, and worked in Barrie and Red Deer prior to moving to Calgary for work in 1998. Her outdoor interests are hiking, canoeing, and camping. Her most memorable trips have been the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, St. Cuthbert�s Way from Scotland to Lindisfarne, and here in Alberta the Crypt Lake Trail in Waterton. Her other interests are her grandchildren (the most beautiful children on the planet!), travelling, reading, movies, cooking, and gardening. In 2006 she retired from a career as an instructor and administrator during which she worked at three colleges in Canada -- Georgian, Red Deer, and Mount Royal. Retirement has meant time to do great things such as joining the COC in 2007, mentoring high school students, and volunteering with the Youth Education Committee of the Famous Five Foundation and with Canadian Grandmothers for Africa. She would like to coordinate hikes, both urban and out of the city. Her events are slow paced with scenery and photo stops. Not a determined die-hard, but she won�t let a bit of rain stop the event. She follows the planned itinerary and likes her group to stick together. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Hilary E.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 08) Ian Berard
Ian has been in Calgary since Jan 2007. He hales from Montreal and came here for work and the beautiful Rockies. He enjoys running, trail running, hiking, scrambling, snowboarding, motorcycles, cooking and discovering new restaurants in and around the city. He likes I like a moderate to advanced pace and is ready for anything. His events are whatever makes for an interesting event and he's not against veering off the beaten path at times. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ian Berard.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 05) Ian Gammack
Ian was born and raised in Calgary. Over the years he has spent lots of time in the mountains hiking and skiing. Life cycles has brought him to more actively seeking adventures and socializing. Ian joined the club in Dec 2004 and soon felt a desire to coordinate a couple of favorite hikes and skis. The camaraderie of the groups has kept him coming back. Ian plans to coordinate both adventure and social activities for the COC. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ian Gammack.

	Event Coordinator (Since Dec 07) Jake Y
Jake moved here from Vancouver in 2005. He is a bean counter (accountant) by day and a young mind corruptor at a local college by night, teaching the fine art of bean counting. He is a very avid downhill skier who averages about 40-50 days on the hill a year. In the summer, he is an avid mountain biker and enjoys downhill biking at COP, x-c in the K-country, or just a city ride. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Jake Y.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 08) jim k
I came out west from Toronto after highschool to pursue my passion for skiing. I'm still here and still skiing-mostly downhill. I like looking for powder in the trees. While I miss the lakes of S Ontario in the summer, I have a sailboat up at Sylvan Lake. I joined the COC in the summer of 2007 to find people to mountain bike with and have been having a wonderful time of it since. I enjoy most outdoor activities in the mountains and around water. In most endeavors I like a fast pace, But I am willing to stop and smell the roses. I like exploring new areas and finding new trails to travel. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by jim k.

	Event Coordinator (Since Nov 09) James VB
An 'original born in Calgary' homeboy from 1960, growing up here has been witness to constant change. Raised in Montgomery, Canada Olympic Park back then was Paskapoo where he learned to ski, and 'Sideshow Bob' was then just known as the cliffs where biking and getting in to trouble were common occurrences. James' active interests include mountain biking, pathway/road riding, racquetball, squash, skiing, hiking, rollerblading, and base jumping (not). Being on a bike, especially on a mountain trail is what puts a smile on his face and a wind in his sail. He averages over 4000 km/yr in the saddle which is only limited by the weather. Not a light man, climbing long hill's are always the challenge but he is always up for the challenges, never, never, never giving up! James is also not afraid to tackle something new or push the envelope as long as death or dismemberment is not the result. A fan of hockey and football, he has been a ongoing backer for the home team Flames & Stampeder's. Working from within his home business, outside events through the COC have become an integral part of his lifestyle and he looks forward to each one. James finds balance with his family (1st), his business (2nd) his active outdoor/indoor outings (also 2nd), and all other stuff (3rd). See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by James VB.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 07) Jana N
Jana was born in the former Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic) in 1974 and came to Canada in 2000 to pursue a Ph.D. in Theoretical Linguistics at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John�s, NL. Just a few days after her graduation in 2005 she moved to Calgary to work as a computational linguist for a software company, which she enjoys very much. As she was a member of a hiking club in St. John�s, she googled �hiking club Calgary� and the COC came up at the very top. Jana�s private event database shows that she does something for fun three times a week � be it hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, swimming, playing squash, badminton, ping-pong or simply going out to see a movie. Also, a vacation not spent travelling abroad is not a vacation for her. However, her best trip so far has been a six-month research stay in Africa. Despite all her outdoor activities, she readily admits that she is not as fit as she would like to be and that she still prefers staying at home reading books and preparing herself for the various courses she has been taking and teaching. At the moment, Jana coordinates ice skating events. Eventually, she would like to organize moderate to difficult hikes in an even-the-slowest-person-can-catch-their-breath and take-all-the-pictures-you-want pace. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Jana N.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 08) Jason Sokolosky
Jason has lived in Calgary all his life, and still enjoys getting out to the mountains. He is an avid runner and cyclist. Jason has run more than 10 half-marathons in the past 3 years. He was tired of his friends always being too busy for outdoor activities, so he joined the COC in 2005 to meet more people and expand the variety of activities. Jason is an engineering manager and works locally for a Silicon Valley computer company. Thanks to his job Jason has done a lot of traveling to all parts of the world including Israel, India, Korea, Taiwan, Brazil, and all over the U.S. In the summer Jason likes to go mountain biking, or hiking, and in the winter cross-country skiing or running. He likes events with a high degree of physical intensity, but doesn't consider himself technical and would rather play it safe than risk an injury. In general he sticks to the schedule, but isn't afraid of a little off-trail exploring when the time permits. Jason is the co-ordinator par excellence of regular poker games and the annual hallowe'en social, and his place is considered by some to be the unofficial COC clubhouse. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Jason Sokolosky.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 08) Jeff S
Jeff was born and raised in Calgary. Jeff has taken advantage of various opportunities to live in Europe for a few years and thoroughly enjoyed what Europe has to offer, including both culture and outdoor adventure to European mountain ranges. Jeff returned to Canada in 1999 and immediately moved to Edmonton and later in 2005, earned a bachelor degree in French from the U of A. Jeff joined the COC in July of 2005 so as to avoid back-packing the Sawback Trail solo. Jeff enjoys the philosophy behind the COC and believes this club to be a good vehicle for pursuing outdoor activities with other like-minded enthusiasts. Jeff hopes to contribute positively to the club. Jeff is looking to lead day hikes, multi-day backpack trips, scrambles, and the occasional winter activity involving snowshoes and x-country skis. Jeff prefers a moderate pace to his events and likes to enjoy the journey rather than make record time on the trail. When backpacking, Jeff has embraced the ultra-lite concept and enjoys the freedom to travel further and longer. Jeff will go rain or shine but may adjust his plans including location to suit the weather, i.e. a valley hike in the rain as opposed to an open ridge or summit. Jeff is always open to exploring new areas and is never opposed to off-trail hiking or exploration, especially if it involves a better view or bagging a summit. Jeff is goal orientated and very ambitious when it comes to the outdoors. Jeff has enjoyed many trips to the Rockies over the years and to mountain ranges overseas including Mt Jebel Toubkal in Morocco, the highest mountain Jeff has climbed to date, (4167m). Little Yoho Valley and the Skoki region of Banff are favourite locations for scrambles. Jeff reached his 100th summit in early Sept. �07 and two weeks later, enjoyed the grand slam: Glasgow/Banded Peak traverse. Jeff has enjoyed the Rockwall, Skyline, Lakes & Larches, Assiniboine, Tonquin Valley, Berg Lake, Brazeau Loop, Sawback, Iceline, Skoki Loop, and Northover Ridge, to name a few favourite back-country destinations. Back-country skiing to huts in Tonquin, Egypt Lake, and Assiniboine have provided pleasant winter escapes. When not on a trail or summit, Jeff enjoys researching and reading stories of other people�s mountain adventure. Jeff enjoys running and still believes the half marathon to be the best race out there. Jeff enjoys playing sports, watching movies and hockey, traveling, and spending time / going on dates with his sweetheart wife. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Jeff S.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 06) Jenny Brown
Jenny is an East Coaster who decided to see for herself why all of the world travellers she met always raved about the Rockies. After arriving out west in 2002, she just hasn�t found a reason to leave. Jenny likes to spend pretty much all of her free time doing some sort of physical activity unless one of her favorite shows is on or her friends are up for a night out on the town. A health educator by day, during the evenings and weekends you will meet Jenny on various COC events like biking, rollerblading, ultimate, hiking, skating and skiing. Some of her fave events have been Memorial Lakes, Rawson Lake Ridge, Powderface - Prairie Link Trail and Big Elbow Loop. You will probably see Jenny posting events for biking and rollerblading. She is an intermediate mountain biker who rides at a moderate pace and is more than happy to take a short break for a picture or after a great downhill section. She has recently gotten into road riding so look for her beginner/intermediate ride postings. When Jenny isn�t biking, she enjoys rollerblading on the pathways and will post some events for this as well. Jenny likes to have a set destination but is open to trying out alternate routes and checking out small detours on the way. After events, Jenny usually heads to the pub or for ice-cream (sometimes both). See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Jenny Brown.

	Event Coordinator (Since June 07) Jim F
Jim moved from Winnipeg to Calgary in July of 1979. He has worked at many major Oil & Gas companies over the years. He officially, finally, absolutely, retired in January of 2007. Life is good, particularly since he joined the COC in May 2006. His motivation for becoming a coordinator centered on having people, especially mid week, to raft the Bow and X/C ski with; maybe even RV with. Most of all, Jim knew he needed help with his Mustard Seed Charity Garage Sales. Thanks everyone! Jim likes do his best to stay with the lead pack. He also enjoys being the �Sweep� once in a while. On his events, Jim simply looks for good honest effort and ability on par with the posted difficulty rating. If in doubt, call Jim before the event. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Jim F.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 07) Joni
Joni has been in Calgary for 28 years and says she arrived here via Hamilton, Toronto and then a 747 jumbo jet. Her outdoor interests include camping, swimming, fly fishing, tennis and urban bike rides and picnics. Other interests include music, photography, dancing, tai chi, movies/popcorn and fusion cooking. She joined the COC in mid-2006 dur to her need for �some kinda fun� (ref: Teenage Head song). Look for Joni to organize archery, tai chi �n tennis, target shooting, stay �n toss frisbee, driving range golf and other unusual and fun events! She got the bug for hiking after Heart Mountain! Her all-time favorite trip to date has been the COC Spray Lakes camping trip. Joni's words to live by: "Life happens while you're busy making other plans" - John Lennon "IT COULD BE WORSE!" - Joni "There is nothing worth really fighting over except our freedom." - Joni See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Joni.

	Event Coordinator (Since Apr 08) Judy T
Judy moved to Calgary from Ontario in November, 2006 fulfilling a promise she made way back in 1994 when she first saw the Canadian Rockies. After spending over 15 years in the automotive industry (and mostly missing out on a life), she packed it all in and drove to Calgary with high hopes and not much else. Fortunately, an energy services company took pity on her, offering her a job to keep body and soul together. After spending her first winter exploring Calgary (and not venturing outside of the city limits), she found the COC through a co-worker and promptly joined up just to get out into the mountains. Judy�s passion has always been hiking and she can often be found spending the entire weekend out on the trails. In 2008, she tried snowshoeing for the first time and found that it�s just like hiking only on bigger feet, so now she can finally say that she enjoys winter in Canada. Her favorite hike so far has been to Phantom Ranch in the Grand Canyon, but she has also enjoyed the Iceline in Yoho and Mount Lady MacDonald in Canmore. Judy co-ordinates hikes on the moderate side. She likes maintaining a fairly regular pace but is more than happy to stop for pictures, munchies or to just ogle the scenery. Although she hates getting her head wet, inclement weather is not a major problem and she will almost never miss a hike, no matter what the forecast. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Judy T.

	Event Coordinator (since Dec 2007) Juliet
Juliet has been in Calgary 11 years and grew up in Medicine Hat. She likes to mountain bike, run, hike and camp, among other things in the summer and likes to downhill ski in the winter. She also likes to sport climb, play indoor volleyball and has a passion for scuba diving and travelling (to places she can scuba dive). Juliet wants to coordinate skiing where she is looking for intermediate/advanced ski days, but she doesn't like to go in weather colder than -15C, she also likes the apres ski stuff almost as much as the actual sport. She is also looking at coordinating some mountain bike events where she is a slow and steady rider. She tends to stick pretty close to her plans for her events. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Juliet.

	Event Coordinator (since April 2007) Karen D
I was born in New Brunswick, but have lived all my life in Montreal until I moved out West a few years ago. After a brief stint in Vancouver, I settled in Calgary. I joined the COC in 2005 to discover what hiking was all about (I only hiked once before, and that was in Turkey !) After traveling to many countries around the world, I realized how lucky I am to have been born on this side of the world and the abundance of opportunities we have in Canada. Since moving out West, I have traveled throughout BC & Alberta, and am planning on traveling to the prairies as soon as I get a chance. In 2006, I found living in Calgary too far away from the mountains and took the big step and moved to Canmore. I feel so fortunate to live, work, and play in a �postcard� !!! For the first time since I left Montreal, this small beautiful town feels like home. My true passion has always been downhill skiing which is why I have stayed in Alberta � the best snow in the world. :) Other winter sports that I love are x-country skiing, snowshoe, and curling. Since discovering hiking with the COC, hiking has become my second passion. My goal each year is to beat my personal best in elevation from the last year !!! All my hikes will be �slowpokes & dawdlers�, or even slower depending on the elevation gain. Like Rhonda S, I have asthma; which slows me down, but the good part of going at a slower pace is the opportunity of seeing all sorts along the trail that most would have missed going at a brisk pace. Whether you are a beginner or expert hiker, if you want to take your time and smell the �trees� or look up at the sky to see our friendly flyers, then my hikes are for you !!! I like to start my hikes early and will always lead from the back of the group !!! Happy Trails :) Karen served on the club executive as Director from 2008-2009. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Karen D.

	Event Coordinator (since Jan 07) Karen Gray
Deciding she �just needed a change�, Karen moved to Calgary in 2003. The view from the top of Sunshine convinced her to stay. Karen's interests include road biking, skiing, kayaking, camping, hiking, rollerblading, volleyball, and tennis. She enjoyed watersports while growing up in Ottawa and deals with the current withdrawal pains by spending most of her vacation time on, in, or near the water. She joined the COC to learn about the trails and outdoor destinations near Calgary with other like-minded folk. She will be mainly coordinating XC ski and road cycling events at a moderate pace. She will stick it out in less-than-ideal conditions (although she does draw the line at getting the road bike wet) and will generally stick to the planned itinerary. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Karen Gray.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 05) Karl K
Karl is originally from Saskatchewan. He came to Alberta in '82 for College and after graduation started his career in the oilfield. In '89 an opportunity to work in Russia came up and he decided to go. After 5 years in Russia he needed a change of scenery and took a position in Nigeria. That lasted for another 5 years. During his time off he enjoyed traveling the world and occasionally heading out to the mountains. In 2000 he had enough of living out of his suitcase and came back to Calgary. He now designs data acquisition and control systems for a local oilfield service company. Karl enjoys getting out to the mountains for hiking and biking in the summer and skiing and snow shoeing in the winter. He prefers scrambles and looks forward to getting back into rock climbing. His favorite hikes so far are Heart Mountain and Yamnuska. He loves his new bike and will be coordinating lots of mountain bike trips. He likes good conversation, taking photos, a brisk pace and sunny skies. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Karl K.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 08) Kayla B
Kayla grew up in SE Calgary and has been cycling city streets and beyond, since she was 11. Kayla does some skiing and hiking, swimming and sailing but her true passion is bicycling, in all its forms! She has been known to put girly pink tires and accessories on her bike in a spirit of blatant yet understated irony :) See calgaryoutdoorclub.fotki.com/2007/09/4875/dscf1374.html One auxiliary sport she has taken up in the last three years is belly dance! It is great cross-training for any sport but especially bicycling, it improves flexibility and core strength, and is a real hoot (just ask Rhonda). See www.daughtersofthenile.ca/html/jr__troupe.html Kayla likes challenging herself, and encouraging others to experiment with terrain and/or distances they might not have tried on a bike yet, such as: winter biking, cross-town commuting, on-road, off-road, all-day epic adventure cycling and more. The pace of her bike rides can be slow and easy, up to moderately fast if everyone is keen. Enjoying the scenery and company is far more important to her than setting a new amateur speed record on a group ride. This year Kayla hopes to coordinate a series of "ride-to-the-ride" or R2R events. This means we will meet somewhere in Calgary and do the ride, starting right at the meeting place. If practical and possible, participants will also be encouraged to ride to and from the meeting place, to reduce our dependency on automobiles. C-train and bike-friendly bus travel is certainly to be applauded too. We'll see how that works out. Maybe we'll have a multi-modal century ride! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Kayla B.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 07) Kevin W
Being born is what brought Kevin to Calgary. He joined the COC in 2004 after attending a cross-country ski event with a friend. His interests include mountain biking, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, hiking and backpacking (when he has time). Kevin likes to coordinate mostly intermediate to advanced mountain bike and cross-country ski events. He also plans on coordinating some running events, exploring some trails that so far have been overlooked in the COC. When he�s in training for something, he is likely to continue with an activity regardless of the weather, but is always conscious of group preferences and safety. He likes to explore and find new trails, and if the group is up for it, he is always ready for a worthy diversion or extension of the day�s plan. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Kevin W.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 07) Kim H
Kim moved back to Calgary in 2007 after having been away for 20 years. Growing up camping and hiking in the mountains Kim was eager to get back out there and signed up for the Calgary Outdoor Club her 2nd day back in Calgary. Kim loves to get out into the mountains any chance she gets, hiking, camping, backpacking and even tried snowshoeing for the first time this past winter in -20 degree weather and loved it. An avid traveler who has been to a number of countries around the world, she loves what�s in her own backyard and getting out to discover and explore it. So, you won�t find her repeating hikes, but she will have done her research and be armed with a map on the trail to figure out not only where to go, but also the names of the mountains all around. On trips, she�s open to suggestions to make the event fun but they are group events so it�s only a go if everyone is willing. On Kim�s events, taking a moment to enjoy the view and surroundings is a must and you�ll always find her with some snacks to share. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Kim H.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 08) Kim Parkin
Kim moved to Calgary in 88 with her husband and four children who have now decided it's not cool to hike with their Mother. Luckily she found the COC and has been in her glory ever since. She loves to enjoy nature while participating in a number of activities: hiking, camping, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, kayaking, scuba diving, golfing and swimming to name a few. She believes that it's all about the journey while getting some exercise at the same time so all of her events will be slowpoke events. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Kim Parkin.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 2009) Larissa
Larissa has lived in Alberta for most of her life, except for five formative years in England. She loves England's history, art and architecture as well as its proximity to Europe. She enjoyed playing the role of the north American abroad. She stayed long enough to obtain British citizenship and then, like many Brits, she emigrated. The two things, largely, that have formed her are a love of English literature and the Canadian Rockies. Her mother, who was president of the Rocky Mountain Ramblers, got her into hiking when she was 17. It seems to have stuck as she has been doing it ever since. Her outdoor interests include hiking, mountain biking and (learning to play) tennis in summer and x-country skiing in the winter. She likes a moderate to fast pace for her events as she is a bit of an adrenalin junkie but she will never, knowingly, lose anyone. Her indoor interests include literature, history, politics and current events, travel, movies, music, architecture, colour and design. She welcomes a good debate, particularly as her views are not always popular. A word of warning: she loves to laugh. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Larissa.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 07) Laura L
Laura has lived in Calgary since 1996 and hails from Toronto, New York City, Winnipeg, Montreal and Nelson. She enjoys living in Calgary, especially the weather, the bike paths and the proximity to the mountains. She is a Chartered Accountant and Certified Financial Planner and enjoys the flexibility available in this line of work. She has always been an avid walker, bike rider and camper, and since moving to Calgary has added hiking and snowshoeing to her list of favourite activities. She prefers coordinating moderate outings at an easy pace but can be found participating in a wide variety of activities. She also enjoys volunteering, films, reading and attending her son�s soccer games. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Laura L.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 07) Laurie C
Laurie came to Calgary two years ago via Germany (12 years), Vancouver (12) years and Ontario. When her marriage (to a European) broke up, she chose Calgary as her Canadian destination due to the booming economy, proximity to the mountains and a family presence (sister) here. Her outdoor interests include skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, mountain biking, windsurfing and canoeing/kayaking. She also enjoys movies, music, travel, friends and family, volunteering and self-improvement. Laurie coordinates COC events in all of her areas of interest - multi-day trips as well as day trips. She likes to go at a moderate pace and is willing to go in less-than-ideal conditions but she is not as much of a die-hard as she used to be. She mostly likes to follow the planned itinerary for the day but also likes to go with the flow and deviates from the plan to take advantage of good weather, good conditions and good groups. Laurie's all-time favorite trips include hiking the Iceline Trail, skiing at Castle Mountain, cross-country skiing at Peter Lougheed, and skating at Olympic Plaza. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Laurie C.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 07) Laurie M
Laurie came to Calgary from Toronto in 1984. She is a project manager for ATCO structures building temporary workforce housing (camps). Laurie discovered the COC in summer of 2007 during a work sabbatical and was an instant fan. She enjoys everything outdoors: hiking, scrambling, climbing (both indoor and outdoor), water sports, road cycling, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, camping and backpacking. She also enjoys ultimate Frisbee, volley ball and dodge ball (any sports involving beer and wings), plus social activities and dogs. Laurie coordinates a variety of events for the COC, including indoor climbing, ultimate Frisbee, road cycling, and hike conditioning and running. She also hopes to coordinate some hikes and scrambles once she gains some experience. She loves the rain and snow, so as long as it�s safe to go, assume that Laurie�s going. She�s interested in exploring beyond her stated itinerary providing the situation is safe. Laurie says when she's playing a game she's one of the loudest people on the field (editor's note: hmmmmm... we wonder how she compares to The Kevin) - yelling, clapping, and cheering for both teams. She's just out to have a great time. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Laurie M.

	Event Coodinator (Since May 2009) Leila M
Hi all. I moved from Ontario to Calgary in September 2004. My love affair with the mountains began at this time. I discovered this club about two years ago through a friend and have been feeling fortunate since this time. I am an avid photographer and hiker. My events generally are slow paced due to the amount of photo time. I am currently learning to salsa dance. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Leila M.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 08) Len M.
Len has lived in Calgary since 1977, originating from Montreal. Following a day hike experience last year, he became hooked on the mountains and was soon hiking and backpacking regularly. When the snow came, he couldn�t sit still so he took up snow shoeing� another keeper! His events would normally be of moderate rating but he�s been known to do the easy ones and some difficult ones too. Recently, any of Len's spare time is used up trying to figure out his GPS. When he gets it worked out, there will be no stopping him. His other interests include rock climbing, yoga and regularly working out. He also enjoys the performing arts and is especially fond of live theatre. He has a bit of a crazy sense of humor which he says was inherited from his mom. When Len is not in the mountains, he works as a Project Manager in the Alberta residential construction industry. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Len M..

	Event Coordinator (Since Dec 08) leslie p
A young at heart gal from the East Coast (PEI) embracing all that Alberta has to offer. I moved to Edmonton (go easy on me) in the early 80�s and then on to Calgary in 2000 for a new job opportunity. I�ve always been a bit of tomboy doing or playing sports that are typically guy things including my job as an Electrical/Instrumentation Designer Drafter. I grew up in the county and love being outdoors doing whatever is on the go � baseball, field hockey, skating, biking, hiking, swimming, camping, or just hanging out. Since moving to Alberta I�ve enjoyed additional sports and recreation like skiing (both x-country and downhill), curling, snowshoeing, soccer, racquetball, canoeing, rafting, running and recently tri-training. I love music, outdoor festivals and have been a regular volunteer at the Edm & Cal Folk Festivals for many years � and play a little guitar myself. I first joined the CCC in the summer of �07 to experience a few more Calgary social events and then joined the COC. I�m always on the go looking for new challenges, to meet new people from all walks of life and to encourage and enjoy the company of others. I�m looking at coordinating a few social events and also a few sporting events for the beginner/intermediate - at a moderate level. I�m pretty laid back, so if the group decides to stray off the beaten path I�ll go with the flow, but it�ll be a group decision � no one gets left out or behind. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by leslie p.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 08) Lisa H
Lisa�s love of the outdoors led her to join the COC so that she could share some outdoor experiences with others. Lisa moved to Calgary from Ontario in January 2006 and now lives for the weekends when she can enjoy Alberta�s best scenery. Lisa�s favourite activities with the COC are hiking, urban hiking, and snowshoeing. She likes hiking so much that she plans her entire weekend around hiking on Saturdays. Her favourite hikes are Burstall Pass, Cascade Amphitheatre, and Stanley Glacier. Lisa wants to coordinate hikes with driving distance of Calgary. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Lisa H.

	Event Coordinator (Since June 09) Lisa L
I was born and raised in Toronto (don�t hold that against me!). I�ve been in Calgary since 1995 and think that it�s a terrific place to live. On weekends, you can usually find me doing something active in the outdoors. My favourite outdoor pursuits are hiking, cycling and cross country skiing. I love the beauty, peace and serenity of being outdoors, but also the sense of accomplishment having reached a summit or the end of a trail. I love to learn and I read a lot. Both fiction and non-fiction. I�m a bit of science junky (an engineer by training), but am interested in many other things as well. I enjoy debating anything from politics, world events to the environment and the economy. I also like to cook; healthy is important but it�s got to be yummy too! My favourite not-so-good-for-me indulgences are dark chocolate, cr�me brulee, sticky date pudding and the somewhat less sophisticated gummy bear. Something I rarely do, but adore anyway, is dancing. There�s nothing like getting lost in the sound and rhythm of the music! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Lisa L.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 08) Lisa P
Lisa has been in Calgary since 1989. She has been going out to the mountains since then and does mainly cross country skiing, mountain biking and scrambling. She also enjoys tennis to keep her busy in the city. You'll see her coordinating and participating in intermediate level activities and tends to be a fair weather fan. Her events will not be at an aggressive pace but will require a strong steady pace, and most of all for everyone to have enjoyed themselves and the company of the group! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Lisa P.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 07) Lisa P
Lisa has been in and out of Calgary since 1979. Lisa joined the COC in June 2005, and likes the diverse number of activities offered as well as the variety in personalities and interests among the members. In the summer, she enjoys hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, canoeing, white water rafting and sea kayaking. During the winter months, she likes to ice skate, snow shoe and x-country ski and is hoping to learn about backcountry touring. Among her all-time favorite trips are Sky Line Trail in Jasper (the views were outstanding), sea kayaking in Johnstone Straight in Orca territory, bird watching in Costa Rica and Mexico, and hiking in the Copper Canyon of Mexico. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Lisa P.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 08) Lori M
Lori is a native Calgarian. She grew up skiing, snowmobiling, camping, and riding her horses in the mountains. By day Lori does training and sales for a medical supply company. She joined COC in 2007 after she traded her horses for a newer, lighter mountain bike and her 2008 cyclocross addition. She has rode most of the Alberta trails on horseback and remembers how much easier it was on a horse than a mountain bike. She enjoys most outdoor sports and is game to try just about anything once. Lori likes any type of riding. She organizes mainly urban, road, and some mountain bike trips. Her rides usually involve a food/beverage destination but she is out there for the exercise too. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Lori M.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 08) Louise P
Louise was born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario, lived in Ottawa for about 14 years and then moved to Calgary in 1998 to be closer to the mountains (of course!!). She is an avid skier and snowboarder, and is currently an instructor of both at C.O.P. (in addition to working for the Government as a Federal Crown Prosecutor). She is also an avid mountain biker and bikes to work all year long (yes, even when it's -30, but it's a short, flat ride...:). She also hikes, roller blades, runs, golfs - pretty much anything that will get her outside and keep her active and challenged. She does most things at a crazy level and probably should be slowing down by now (although there's little sign of that happening :) Louise coordinates mainly ski/snowboard events in the winter and mountain biking events in the summer. She has travelled all over Europe and parts of Asia, and is planning her next big trip to New Zealand (to bike or ski/snowboard there, of course)! She now has a wonderful sidekick (Oreo) which she tries to incorporate into all of her activities (although she hasn't found a snowboard that will fit 4 paws yet). See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Louise P.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 2010) Mandy
Mandy was born and raised in Saskatchewan and made her way to Calgary on Grey Cup Weekend 2000 (GO RIDERS!!) when her employer at the time bumped her into their head office. Growing up on a steady diet of competitive sports, Mandy is now trying to develop a kinder, gentler side and obtain a oneness with nature (if that's possible). Fairly new to the relaxing pace of the outdoors, Mandy like to coordinate slower hikes that allow plenty of time to take in the scenery and take plenty of photos. While photographers are expected to keep the same slow and steady pace of hikers, she also coordinates events solely for photographers where speed is not an issue and safe exploration is encouraged. Expect to see events in Calgary as well. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mandy.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 07) Marc Rachiele
Calgary has been home for Marc and his two adult sons since 1997. Following a rewarding 30 year career with a large multinational, in September 2007 Marc began a second career as the general manager of a medium sized business where he is greatly enjoying the hands-on experience and direct contact with a large staff. Originally from Montreal, Marc has lived overseas and across Canada traveling on business to every Canadian province and throughout Europe, the Mediterranean, North Africa, Middle East and the Indian Ocean as far south as Madagascar and as far east as the island of Mauritius. Marc likes to organize slow to moderately paced fun hikes as opposed to physically challenging hikes. He believes that, in addition to the fresh air and some exercise, stopping to appreciate the scenery and having sufficient breath to also enjoy good conversation and a laugh are equally important elements of a great day in the mountains. Marc feels Alberta is a premiere environment to enjoy the outdoors but must travel far south to enjoy his number one sports love, snorkeling; he says the water temperature here is more suited to Zambonies than catamarans. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Marc Rachiele.

	Event Coordinator (Since Apr 05) Marcel Bourque
Marcel grew up in a small town in New Brunswick and always had a desire to see the west and explore the mountains. He came out here in 1980 and has been here ever since! He hikes every day and gets paid for it... well, sort of - he�s been a mailman for Canada Post for the past 25 years. He enjoys almost any activity in the mountains. In the summer, he mainly hikes and scrambles, and in the winter enjoys cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. He plans to try some mountaineering and backcountry skiing. His other interests include photography, going to movies and reading. Marcel joined the COC in May of 2004 and enjoys the new (and familiar) faces on events, and the positive atmosphere which makes participating in and organizing events so easy. He coordinates hikes, scrambles, backpacking and car camping during the summer, and in the winter organizes some snowshoe trips. Marcel�s trips are usually rated moderate to difficult and are often best suited to the more fit and experienced participant. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Marcel Bourque.

	Event Coordinator (Since June 06) Mark Kudryk
Mark comes to us from Edmonton although he has been here for 7.5 years, so we cannot hold that against him. His outdoor interests are hiking, XC skiing and road biking. He also is into squash, cooking, Formula One (even without Jacques Villeneuve), and theatre. For work, he is a software engineer. He joined the COC in the spring of 2006 after noticing the large amount of active hikers. He will mainly do hikes with the occasional XC day trip. His hikes are mainly moderate to difficult and maybe easy scrambles. The weather has to really go south to scare him away and he does stick to his itinerary. Absolute most favourite hike is the Head Wall Lakes-Chester Lake loop. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mark Kudryk.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 08) Mark MacG.
Mark MacGillivray has lived in Calgary for most of his life and has enjoyed much of what Calgary and Southern Alberta offers. His interests include hiking, snowshoeing, XC skiing, scrambling and tennis. He believes that life is not a spectator sport. Mark is President of his condominium board and actively participates in local, provincial and federal politics. He also acts and directs with a local theatre company. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mark MacG..

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 08) Mark P
Mark came to Calgary in '77 when he was 11 via Winnipeg via Edmonton, but he still denies being born in the latter city as he's a die hard Flames fan. The first winter in Calgary, his parents encouraged him to downhill ski and put him in lessons, which consisted of dropping him off at Chinook Center where he would then take the bus to Fortress Mountain. He really thinks it was just so his folks could get a break from him and his brother. Sometimes it would be an extended break as they wouldn't pick him up until Monday morning! Oh how he misses those decrepit old chair lifts (and sleeping in the dumpsters at Chinook Mall) and as a result is petitioning for seat belts to be installed in the new high speed ones they have now. With 31 years of skiing under his belt, he is an expert ski instructor known for his ability to coach people who have trouble skiing deep powder. His patented advice of "just point 'em down" has never failed to make a remarkable difference. After being dumped by his smoking, anti-outdoor-activity, long time girlfriend in '07 (he's not a bitter man), he got back to the great outdoors by joining the club and doing a lot of mountain biking. Despite the fact his bike is made of the heaviest steel alloy known to man, he manages to keep up with most of the group. Mark is an Information Systems Project Manager working in oil and gas. His favorite activities include mountain biking, downhill skiing, hiking, camping and sailing. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mark P.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 05) Marta Heske
Marta hails from the old country. That would be Poland and decided two years ago that Calgary is the place to be! Her interests are mainly hiking and a passion for sailing. As sailing here is hard to come by, you can find her in the mountains. (I think she thinks she can find the ocean. Don't tell her!) She likes to coordinate hikes that are easy scrambles and difficult hikes. Also she loves exploring new areas, so be prepared to see new things with her. She has been known to stray from the itinerary if the group would like to. Her favorite areas are Nihahi Ridge traverse, Mt Edith traverse - looots of fun ;-))) and hopes that all have a great time on her events. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Marta Heske.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 09) May
May is a newcomer to Calgary. A long-time resident of Houston, May embraced the -25 deg C winter with a big smile and a huge down jacket when she moved to Calgary in December 2007. Since moving to Calgary, she has been bitten by the running bug. She started running with the Sunday Run Group since late summer 2008 and has been a regular ever since. Besides running/jogging, May enjoys classical music (particularly piano), Pilates, yoga, ice-skating, rollerblading (very bad at it, but thanks to safety gear, she has survived!) and volunteering. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by May.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 09) Mike A
Mike came to Calgary in the Autumn of 2006 and discovered the COC shortly afterwards. Prior to that he lived in Ottawa, Thunder Bay, and Windsor, Ontario. He has had a diverse career as a canoe guide and outfitter, non-profit community development and fundraising coordinator, overseas ESL teacher, and now works as an EMT for Alberta Health Services. Mike's interests include volleyball, basketball, learning and volunteer events. His outdoor interests include hiking, scrambling, ultimate frisbee, backpacking, running, canoeing, kayaking, snow shoeing and snowboarding and he's interested in developing his cross-country ski and rock climbing skills. Mike coordinates ultimate frisbee, hiking, scrambling and backpacking events for the COC. He hikes at a moderate-to-fast pace but is committed to hiking at the pace of the group and nobody gets left behind. He may postpone an event depending on the severity of weather conditions. Providing there is time, he will add some exploring in to his events and prefers to try new or rarely done hikes with stunning scenery. He likes to have fun and socialize at a pub after events. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mike A.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 08) Michael (Hill Sargent)
Michael was born in Scotland but has been in Calgary almost his entire life. He enjoys almost any outdoor activity but you will find inline skating; running, at ultimate; and hiking most often. He is a resident inline skate lover and you will regularly find him out on the trails in and around Calgary. He has recently been bitten with the running bug and likes to get out and try to improve his times in the longer distances. He tries to keep up a moderate to advanced pace but likes to stop for the views or anything interesting that comes along. Michael co-ordinates inline skating and running events mostly. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Michael (Hill Sargent).

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 2010) Mike Schmidt
Mike was born and raised in Calgary and has lived here his whole life with the exception of one year teaching English in China. Mike's favourite outdoor event has to be hiking. As such, he plans to co-ordinate lots of hikes during our short and precious summer. Mike also enjoy tennis, wallyball, bowling, backpacking, karaoke, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, and more. Hopefully he'll be co-ordinating some or all of these events in the future. Whatever the event is, his number one rule is to keep the stress level low. Life is hard enough as it is. Events should be all about the journey, not the destination, about playing well and having fun rather than keeping score. Mike is about as competitive as a slug. Mike also love travelling, travel stories, and meeting people from all over the world who have come to live in this wonderful country of ours. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mike Schmidt.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 09) Michelle H
I am a Calgarian (born and raised here!) and I grew up enjoying time in the mountains and foothills. I enjoy hiking, climbing, snow shoeing and I am getting better at skiing. I am willing to try anything that will get me out of the city. At times I like going at a bit slower pace and enjoying the process. I love meeting all the wonderful people in COC, everyone I have met has a great attitude which always makes the trip more fun. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Michelle H.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 08) Michelle L
Michelle moved to Calgary in 1996 from Ontario and has been hiking ever since. She catches herself saying �that hike is one of my favorites� when describing a lot of the hikes she has been on. Michelle enjoy the hikes that are �in the book�, but also wants to try new things. Expect Michelle to coordinate hikes on easy terrain at a moderate pace, but more challenging terrain at a slow pace. Michelle has recently started snowshoeing and can't wait to coordinate winter trips. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Michelle L.

	Event Coordinator (Since Feb 05) Mike Hawkins
Mike has lived in Calgary 22 years, and moved here from Ottawa, his home town. For the past 20 years, Mike has worked in the technology field, and he is currently self-employed in computer support for homes and small businesses. He found the COC in November 2004, after noticing what a diverse and interesting group of people the Club has in its membership. Learning Spanish for traveling in Latin American countries is high on Mike's priority list. An outdoors enthusiast for the past two decades, Mike enjoys hiking, snowshoeing and downhill skiing. His experience goes beyond just the recreational - Mike has also been involved in mountain rescues. He plans to coordinate beginner and intermediate level hikes and snowshoe trips, preferably on clear and not-too-cold days! When Mike's not too busy leading events out in Kananaskis country, he plans to coordinate some wine tastings at Willow Park. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mike Hawkins.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 05) Mike Lucas
Mike is a relative newcomer to Calgary (who isn't?), having arrived in the city in September of 2004, now living in the deep south of the city (McKenzie Towne - yes, it is still within the city limits). Hailing from the Towne of Markham, Mike's main motivation for moving to Calgary was to be closer to the mountains and further from the smog enveloped city of Toronto. Currently Mike is working as a business analyst with a national payroll company, but is attempting to eek out a career related to the environment, particularly with respect to Sustainable Building. Changing careers after years in the work force ain't easy! Mike's main interests are hiking, skiing, playing guitar, and attending environmental events, such as Sustainable Calgary's Eco Living Fair. Don't be surprised to find him trying to convince you to take your bike to work when you are on one of his events. Having discovered the COC was of great joy to Mike, discovering that no longer would he have to go looking for others to go hiking with, since hiking alone just isn't much fun. He likes the added benefit of carpooling, saving gas and money. Mike coordinates mainly hiking events, but is also interested in snowshoeing and skiing. Also, he may coordinate environmental events if enough interest is shown. He prefers to take his time on events rather than race to the end. While he likes a moderate to fast pace, if there is something to see on the way, by all means, stop and enjoy it! Mike is an all-weather hiker, and very unlikely to cancel an event due to weather unless it appears that the event would compromise the enjoyment or safety of the participants. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mike Lucas.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 08) Mike S.
I've been in Calgary since 1985. I moved here from Brooks because I wanted to come to the big city. My interests include mtb and road cycling, downhill skiing, and bike mechanic(ing). Don't think that is a word, but oh well. Like live music as well. I joined the COC in July 2007 because many mountain biking friends were members. I work in a office for a land surveying company (because it pays WAY more than being a bike mechanic). I co-ordinate mostly cycling events, but probably some hikes, bike repair/maintenance, and mtb skills events. I prefer a relaxed atmoshere on events - even when leading a more advanced trip. Time to take pictures and a leasurely lunch - weather permitting. Maybe take the occasional side trip, but don't feel I have to stick to a rigid program either. I guess I'm more of a fair weather person. Getting caught in bad weather happens regular enough, I don't like starting out in the rain. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mike S..

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 06) Mike Way
Mike was born in Regina, but has been in Calgary for 35 years. His outdoor interests include running, kayaking, hiking and skiing but he mainly coordinates running events for the COC. Mike tends to run about a 60min 10km pace and will run in most weather above -25 C (except if it's raining - he doesn't like getting wet). Mike started running just after he joined the COC in summer 2005, and in early 2007, he ran his first half marathon! He says if you work at your own pace and keep consistent you can achieve almost any goal that you set for yourself. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Mike Way.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 04) Parry Loeffler
Parry lives in Calgary, but in the past few years has contracted the dreaded itch - the travel itch - and begun to disappear on extended backpacking trips in search of treatment. According to him, a cure has yet to be found. So far he�s spent time in India, the Middle East, New Zealand, and SE Asia � which resulted in his first book, Rice Crust from the Bottom of the Pot. Parry loves anything to do with getting out into the mountains. In the winter he most often digs out the backcountry and x-country skis or the snowshoes. In the summer he climbs, backpacks, scrambles and also does some full-on mountaineering. Parry started the popular Climber�s Night event a few years ago. His latest project is the Mountain Film Night event that runs during the winter months. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Parry Loeffler.

	Event Coordinator (Since Sept 09) Paul Mitchell
I was born and raised a Calgarian. In 1973 the family moved to the Okanagan where we owned a summer resort and spent our summer day�s water skiing, fishing and hiking into the hills. After high school I ventured into commercial salmon fishing on the west coast, construction and then College in Vancouver. In 1998 an opportunity to move to Calgary presented itself so we pulled up stakes only to pound them down again in the prairie soil. I enjoy just being �out there�... always have and hope that I always will. I love the sights and sounds where my soul can sing. I enjoy the sweet and pungent fragrance of mountain air. I like to feel with hands and feet the movement on a trail. I just like to be there; hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing. I plan to coordinate hiking, scrambling, backpacking, road biking and mountain biking during the summer months and snowshoeing, cross country skiing and winter camping during the winter months. The pace will usually be moderate. I always expect the best and plan for the worst, so a cancelled trek due to a poor weather forecast will be rare � if you don�t like the weather, wait five minutes. You can never tell the depth of the well by the length of the handle on the pump. Yup, we will explore and side trip as the whims and will of the group dictates. My mama always said: Life is like a chocolate box. You never know, what you'll get. (Forrest Gump). I am a soloist at heart. This is where I love to BE. I am comfortable out there. If in the moments we share together on the trail we can mutually impart a measure of how to BE and learn to be comfortable out there enjoying creation then we will have added value to each others trip around the sun, and we�ll do it again some time. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Paul Mitchell.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 08) Paul R
Paul is an Ontario transplant who has been in Calgary for almost 9 years. He resided in and near Toronto, Ontario and after riding his 12 speed across Canada, he fell in love with the mountains as he passed through. His main interests include GoJu Ryu, Ninjutsu, JuJutsu, scuba, scrambling, snowshoeing, xc skiing, riding, hiking, indoor climbing, photography and anything Mac related. Paul joined the COC in November 2006 so that he could attend a variety of events and meet like-minded companions. During the day, Paul is a senior designer for a marketing and communications firm. He plans to coordinate scrambles, hikes, xc skiing, snowshoe, photography events, indoor climbing and a dive/travel to Cozumel if there is an interest. His events are usually posted as moderate to difficult; unless it is a planned photography event and will go out rain or shine; a true diehard. Paul does not like to race to the top and will stop along the way to enjoy the views. A steady 300 meter an hour rate as per mountain guide pace which will keep you relative dry and energetic for the entire event with less frequent stops. Paul likes exploring and/or side trips, depending on the health and experience of his group. Paul's many adventures have taken him to Mt. Temple, Lake O'Hara and area, Abbott Pass Hut, Bow Hut, Iceline Trail, Centennial Trail, Paradise Valley, Cornwall UK, Yugoslavia, Frieburg and scuba diving in Cozumel. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Paul R.

	Event Coordinator (Since Feb 09) Peter Roseneck
Originally from southern Ontario, I've had the good fortune of living in Calgary since 1990. During the week I try to stay active by bike commuting to work, while on weekends I usually go on outings in the mountains with family, friends and/or the COC. The type of events that I like to coordinate involve hiking, mountain and road biking, kayaking (on lakes) and snowshoeing. I prefer to coordinate events that are in the easy to moderate range and I try hard to stick to the planned itinerary unless there is a consensus to change, including leaving and returning on time. I usually drive my minivan to events and can carry up to 6 other people for car pooling. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Peter Roseneck.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 07) Phil
Phil came to Calgary in 2003 after having spent the last 13 years living around the world in countries as far away as Australia, New Zealand, Siberia, US, UK, Majorca and of course Canada. Why Calgary? Well he had heard that jobs were plentiful in the Energy Industry and it was easy to earn cash - no one mentioned the weather!! He is currently on a career break deciding what and where he wants to work - decisions, decisions, decisions!! He joined the COC in May 2006 and started doing predominantly easy to moderate scrambles (yikes the mountains are steep in Canada) - his aim is to graduate to more difficult scrambles in 2007. His main interests are scrambling, hiking a distant second and has recently taken up snowshoeing and cross country skiing. He also has a mountain bike but finds the hills and the distances a bit hard to take here in the Rockies. He plays tennis, squash and badminton (although not for a long time) due to all the travelling he has done (75+ Countries to date) - his favourites to date are trekking in Nepal (having just returned from Everest again), climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, climbing Mount Nyragongo in nearby Zaire, hiking the Milford trail in NZ, climbing Ayers Rock in Australia, visiting Petra in Jordan etc. He loves to talk about his travels although may be a bit reluctant at first - be persistent :-) Phil generally sticks to his planned itinerary but if the group are willing he is more than happy to take in a diversion or extend the trip. On his hikes, the group is usually small, moving quickly and can easily stay together. His perfect day would involve scrambling up a difficult peak in fabulous weather followed by a drink in the pub. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Phil.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 08) AvatarPhil
Hi everybody. My name is Outdoorphil. I have to distinguish myself so as to avoid confusion with the army of Phils that we have in the club. I am a native Calgarian. I have lived in other cities but this one's the best. It has the best recreation opportunities. I discovered the club through a friend. I think it is a great way to have new experiences with nice people. I like events where you sit still and don't do too much - not! In the winter I like to fly down the slopes of Lake Louise. Cross-country skiing is a blast as well. In the summer hiking is exhilarating. Other good events are the social ones and volunteering. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by AvatarPhil.

	Event Coordinator (since Sept 08) Rex
Rex was born and raised in Calgary, spending his mis-guided youth on the UIC ski team.( thats what it used to be called). Now he is mostly into urban hikes in the summer and looking forward to cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. he is involved in Commercial Property Management which leaves him free nights and weekends for events. Rex does his best not to let the weather affect the running of an event cause it will change again anyway! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Rex.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 07) Rhonda O
Rhonda is originally from Nova Scotia but left there in 1999 in pursuit of gainful employment. After a brief stint in Iqaluit, Nunavut (pop. 6500) she and her daughter boarded a plane for Calgary in search of the good life and better shopping. 2001-2004 was spent bouncing between work and home, until the spring of 2005 when a very kind soul directed Rhonda's attention to the Calgary Outdoor Club website. It was shortly thereafter that Rhonda discovered a love of hiking, and appreciated being able to hike with club members who are uniformly wonderful to be around. Not a fast hiker, Rhonda prefers challenging hikes at a pace somewhere between slow and moderate. Side-explores are welcome, aimless wandering occurring at times. All time favourite hikes include Raspberry Ridge, Sentinel Pass, James Walker Creek and the Memorial Lakes. She also likes spending time on water (in tubes or canoes) and dancing (anytime, anywhere). See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Rhonda O.

	Event Coordinator (Since Dec 2007) Rick M
Rick grew up in Toronto, moved to the prairies in the late seventies and settled in Calgary 10 years ago. He started mountain biking in Manitoba and has built his skills since arriving here where we have real biking trails. The rest of his activities he took up with a vengeance more recently. Rick coordinates more difficult mountain biking, hiking and snowshoeing with an intermediate approach to scrambling, and downhill and cross-country skiing. He likes to be above the tree line and loves a great 360 view. Rick likes to keep the group together and will get out in the rain, snow or sunshine. The pace is usually moderate to fast with short breaks for lunch. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Rick M.

	Event Coordinator (Since Aug 07) Roy Scarisbrick
Roy is an IT Consultant who came to Calgary from Central Alberta on a work transfer in 1987. His outdoor interests include skiing and cycling and he also enjoys home brewing. He joined the COC in 2007 looking to meet more mountain bikers and coordinates die-hard mountain bike events for us. Roy says that his all-time favorite trip is to mountain bike Lake Minnewanka. He generally sticks to his planned itinerary and says that fitness maintenance is always an objective when he goes out. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Roy Scarisbrick.

	Event Coordinator (Since Nov 09) Ryan C.
If you ask Ryan what the best thing about Calgary is he will likely answer with "getting out of Calgary". Ryan grew up in the hinterland of Northwestern Ontario, moved to Calgary in April 2009, and joined the COC the following month. Ryan enjoys getting outdoors regularly and is looking forward to coordinating long hikes, easy to moderate scrambles, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing events. Expect a moderate pace, plenty of laughs/embarrassing moments, and sometimes homemade baked goods. Be prepared for a long break at the summit (you've worked hard to get to the top, so why not enjoy the reward?) and plenty of mugging for the camera. As an avid outdoor photographer, he prefers scenic destinations and would like to coordinate multi-day, slow-paced photography trips in the future -- he just needs to remember to pack a camera battery along! Ryan is somewhat of a "fair weather" hiker - expect events to be moved to a different location or canceled in the event of seriously rainy or white-out conditions. Outside of the COC he enjoys squash, cycling, ultimate and curling. Ryan is also a serious music enthusiast and he still hopes that he'll get competent enough at playing the guitar to form a garage rock band one day! Favourite treks to date include: Cirque Peak, Mt. Sparrowhawk, Yamnuska, Birdwood Traverse, Headwall Lakes/The Fortress, Tent Ridge and Horsethief Canyon. On the to-do list for 2010: Mt. Temple, Eiffel Peak, Mt. Rae, Big Sister, Mt. Wilcox, Mt. Cory, Mt. Tyrwhitt, two weeks of early spring hiking in Utah's canyon country and maybe a backpack trip or two in the mountains. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Ryan C..

	Event Coordinator (Since July 2009) Shaun L
Shaun loves the mountains so much that he quit his secure job with the federal government in Ottawa to move to Calgary, without a job, in December 2008. He was working as an electrical engineer in the high-tech industry, but has been unemployed from the time of this move to the time he became a coordinator (and hopefully not much longer). He grew up in Edmonton before his 9-year stint in Ottawa after university. During university, he got into sport rock climbing in the summers and scrambling/backpacking in the winters, all in the Rockies. Another passion of his is travelling, and he has visited over 150 cities in 28 countries on all 7 continents. Some outdoor adventure highlights include hiking the Inca Trail, climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro (5895m), and trekking to Mt. Everest Advanced Base Camp (6400m). Shaun coordinates events such as tennis, volleyball, and scrambling, catering mostly to Intermediate and Advanced levels. His pace is moderate to fast, and he dislikes being outdoors in the rain. He doesn't like to do the same scramble/peak/trail more than once, so patience may be required for routefinding. His favourite quote is from Helen Keller: "Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing." See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Shaun L.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 08) Sheena
Sheena first saw the Canadian Rockies at Waterton National Park in the fall of 2004, and fell in love with it --- it was love at first sight. Since then, she has been to the Rockies for over half-hundred times and just cannot get enough out of it! Many of Sheena�s first-ever outdoor activities were through the COC: first ice hiking, first snowshoeing, first scrambling, first floating on the river, and first paintball� She has come across many wonderful people at the Club and has been learning a lot from experienced hikers. She would love to explore the mountains with like-minded people. Her events will mainly be, but not limited to, easy/moderate scrambles, difficult hikes, and snowshoes in winter. She likes to hike in a moderate and steady pace; also loves to take the time capturing the beauty of nature with her camera. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Sheena.

	Event Coordinator (Since Dec 09) Shelli
Shelli is a native Calgarian but has lived in Vancouver and Edmonton as well. She joined the COC in June 2008 and decided to become a co-ordinator to host "slow and steady" events since she's not the fastest. Her events mainly will be cross-country in the winter and hiking and rollerblading in the summer. She has a "no one left behind" policy on her events and tries to keep the group together as much as possible. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Shelli.

	Event Coordinator (Since Apr 05) Sibel (Mushroom)
Sibel was born in Europe. Unfortunately, she is unwilling divulge which country so we can only assume that she comes from a family of international spies....Yeah, baby! Having lived in Calgary for 28 years, she has developed a fondness fhor anything and everything to do with the outdoors. Sibel joined the club in October 2004 because she was looking for something to change her life. After returning from abroad, the club was a welcoming change to her ordinary routines. As an elementary school teacher, she has found her primary communication skills to be quite useful when on club outings. Sibel served the club as its VP of Communication from 2005 to 2007. Sibel is a year-round hiker. She enjoys long, moderate to difficult hikes, and doesn't mind to add a side trip, and will even go out when it is raining or snowing (except with rollerblading). On her hikes, the group is usually small, can easily stay together, and move at a moderate pace. Sibel often moves from the front to the back and back to the lead again! Her all time favorite hikes include the Sentinel Pass, Cirque Peak, and Grizzley Peak. Plus treks she has done in SE Asia and Turkey! Sibel can be found snow shoeing, x-country skiing, downhill skiing, ice caving, winter camping, and hiking in the winter! During the summer, she loves backpacking, camping, canoeing rollerblading, cycling, caving, hiking, and will always pursue new outdoor adventures. Her groups usually move at a good pace but when there is a great picture moment to be had, she will stop! Living in Japan for two years really made Sibel camera happy! See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Sibel (Mushroom).

	Event Coordinator (Since June 07) Sneha A
Sneha moved from Winnipeg to Calgary in 1996 to be close to the mountains but mostly for downhill skiing. She spends most of her weekends in the mountains enjoying the scenery and the exhilaration of being outdoors. Sneha can be found downhill skiing, snow shoeing and playing volleyball in the winter. During the summer, she loves hiking, camping, biking and golfing. Her other interests include photography, reading and most of all traveling overseas. She has traveled extensively and even took a year off from the work grind to backpack through parts of 3 continents. Sneha likes to coordinate golf events, hikes, snowshoeing and downhill skiing trips. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Sneha A.

	Event Coordinator (Since Mar 04) Steve Zitterer
A chip off the ol' block, Steve has been hiking in the mountains with his dad (who grew up in Austria in the midst of the Alps) for as long as he can remember. Sharing their love for the mountains, they later took up mountain biking, cross-country skiing and back-packing together, mostly in Kananaskis Country. Steve studied Civil Engineering at the U of C, concentrating so deeply on his studies that when he finally emerged, he discovered that he'd gotten somewhat out of shape and his friends had all settled down and weren't into the outdoor pursuits anymore. He joined the COC in December 2003 and has found it to be both a perfect way to reintroduce himself to his former hobbies and a great way to meet people. With his extensive outdoor experience, and his excellent sense of humor (otherwise known as the "endless stream of groaners") as his sword and shield, Steve started leading events such as hiking, mountain biking and cross-country skiing for the COC in March 2004. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Steve Zitterer.

	Event Coordinator (Since Oct 08) T.J. Bahcheli
TJ has lived in Calgary since 1981 where he moved from London, Ont. for job prospects. His outdoor interests are tennis, volleyball, dodge ball, soccer and hiking. He loves the sun and summertime and wishes we had just one season rather than 2 � seasons. He is a sports fanatic and a die hard Boston Bruins fan as well as having interests in card games, board games, bowling, billiards and dancing at different locales. TJ plans to co-ordinate basketball, tennis and some social events. His events will be easy to moderate And yes, he is a fair-weather outdoors person. He tends to stick to the planned itinerary and wander off only after careful calculation. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by T.J. Bahcheli.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 09) Todd
Todd is an apprentice welder and moved to Calgary from Coquitlam, BC, in 2007, which is when he started becoming active with hiking and sports. He enjoys doing things spontaneously and tries to keep expectations down because the outcome is always an interesting one. He is an adventurer and likes to try many different things more than a few times. Expect his pace for hikes to be moderate to fast. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Todd.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 2010) Trevor L
Trevor was born and raised in New Brunswick, and came to Calgary in the spring of 2005. His outdoor interests including running, hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, mountain biking and camping. In his spare time he loves to travel and volunteer. His day-job is working as an engineer, however he�s usually dreaming of all the other great things that life has to offer. Trevor mostly coordinates group runs and likes to maintain a friendly and relaxed atmosphere for the events. His favourite hike is Stanley Glacier and any others that provide a variety of scenery and challenges. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Trevor L.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 09) Tricia
I have been in Calgary for about 7 years. This is the longest I have spent in one place. A sign of getting older I guess. I have schooled, resided, worked and played throughout Western Canada. I am interested in the Calgary Outdoor Club to connect with likeminded people. I enjoy walking, blading, biking, sport climbing, x/c skiing, backcountry skiing, hiking and most of all paddling! I am interested in coordinating events that include the above-mentioned activities in addition to some road trips and travel adventures. I really enjoy researching, planning and facilitating new adventures. I believe as adult participants sharing in common adventures we each make are own judgments about our own safety and well being, take full responsibility for our own actions, and contribute whatever we can to the success of the trip. Most of the trips I am interesting in planning will be for persons with moderate levels of fitness and experience. Some of the activities though will require technical skills. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Tricia.

	Event Coordinator (Since July 08) Tsering D
Originally from LA (Lethbridge, Alberta) Tsering came to Calgary in 1996 and slowly began to transform from a strict urbanite to an outdoor aficionado. The transformation accelerated with joining the COC back in 2006 and he hasn�t looked back During the summer you can find him mountain biking, hiking, scrambling, backpacking and trail running. When old-man winter comes around he becomes a gravity rider doing mostly downhill skiing events with the odd cross-country or snowshoeing event. Tsering likes to keep a moderate to quick pace for most events, but will take time to enjoy the scenery and stop for lunch. Tsering�s most memorable trips in the outdoors so far have been: Mountain Biking the Kokopelli Trail (Fruita, CO to Moab, UT), hiking up Mount Temple, and downhill skiing at Kickinghorse. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Tsering D.

	Event Coordinator (Since May 07) UrsulaW
Ursula balances her passion for the outdoors with an independent consulting business that she is equally passionate about. If you are curious about Ursula�s work life, check out her web site at Liminalstrategies.com. An avid cyclist, Ursula is torn between recreational road riding and mountain biking. She also enjoys just using her bike to do errands and attend meetings around the city. She�s keen on hiking and scrambling where�s there�s not a lot of exposure. Favourite hike: Dolomite Pass. In the winter, it�s cross-country skiing first, followed by downhill skiing with occasional backcountry tours thrown in. When not working or outdoors, Ursula can be found at the theatre (Alberta Theatre Projects typically) in the concert hall, at a folk club, a movie, or just hanging out with friends, preferably with a good bottle of single malt or wine. See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by UrsulaW.

	Training Coordinator Veronique
Moving to Calgary in February 2007 was a dream come true for Veronique who fell in love with the Canadian Rockies a few years ago. Originally from France, she enjoyed living in Europe and spent about 12 years in the UK prior to moving to Toronto in 2003. Veronique loves hiking, scrambling, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, tennis and yoga. She is always keen to discover new cultures and attend social / multicultural events as well as studying languages. She took several sabbatical leaves over the years to travel and hike around the world in Europe, Asia, Australia / NZ, North America and her all time favourite Latin America. She joined the COC in April 2007 as it was an amazing opportunity to meet great people who share similar interests. She prefers organizing moderate to difficult hikes (at moderate pace, rain or shine) and some easy scrambles. May also occasionally organize cultural and social events. Veronique works as a Project Manager / Business Analyst for a consulting firm and has been working in the healthcare industry for 14 years as it is so rewarding. Her favourite hiking trips: Fitzroy National Park & Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, Milford Sound in NZ, Machu Picchu in Peru and in the Rockies: Larch Valley/Sentinel Pass/Wasatch Pass/ Eiffel Lake. Favourite motto : �Go confidently in the directions of your dreams and act as though it was impossible to fail� and �Put your heart, mind, intellect and soul even into your smallest acts as this is the secret of success� See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Veronique.

	Event Coordinator (Since Jan 08) Wil
Wil is an all-weather person and follows the trail (+ explores a few side ones, if time is no factor). He is experiencing pangs of excitement to go on trails he has not been on before. His all-time favorite hikes (at this point) are Tent Ridge and Akamina Ridge in Alberta, West Coast Trail in BC and the Cornwall Coast Trail in England (with all its ghost stories). In Holland, his favorite hike was to the local neighborhood pub (terrasje pikken). See Upcoming Events or Past Events being coordinated by Wil.

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