Pocaterra Ridge-Casual Pace - Sun, Sep 13 2009
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Pocaterra Ridge-Casual Pace (9/13/2009)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).
The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Hike | ||||||
Event Location: | Highwood Pass | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Sun, Sep 13 2009 9:25 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*) | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Fri, Sep 11 2009 10:00:00 PM | ||||||
Event Duration: | ~ 6.5 hours + driving time | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D4: Moderate to Difficult | ||||||
Event Coordinator(s): |
Sylvia(1) A. Michelle L You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information. | ||||||
Member Cost: | Voluntary Donation Only (See Below) | ||||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 21 And Older Only | ||||||
Maximum Group Size: | 10 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests: | 0 | ||||||
Minimum Group Size: | 6 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests Per Member: | 0 | ||||||
Number Registered So Far: | 8 (Log in to see who's signed up.) | ||||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | No | ||||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
Distance: 9KM one way Elevation gain: 550M Cumulative gain:1036M=gain/loss of crossing 4 peaks Hiking footwear required-Sorry no runners or jeans Sunday promises to be a very sunny/warm day, so come on out to Pocaterra Ridge. It's a very scenic ridge walk when traveling from south to north. But DON'T mistake this for an easy hike, there is elevation gain/loss(cumulative gain 1036M), rocky footing and in many places no trail. There is a good chance of seeing Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep or Mountain Goats in this area. This is also grizzly country! There are 4 distinct peaks along the ridge, we will hit them all. The hike ends with a Steep descent and the need for a bit of bushwacking and a creek crossing. I intend this hike to be one way(not going back), from the Highwood Pass parking area to Little Highwood Pass Day Use parking area so there will be a car shuttle((9.3KM). For that reason please do not cancel at the last minute since it will affect our car shuttle. Please be warned that this is an exploratory trip,please allow time/patience for unforeseen circumstances. Thanks. PACE:Please note that this is not a speed demon's hike(getting to the top in record time) nor is it for very slowpokes, we will be hiking at a casual pace. If you're not sure about a hike, please always feel free to contact the coordinator and remember to always hike within your ability in order to be able to keep up with the group. If you have Never hikedor Recently hiked with 750M+ OR you are switching from URBAN HIKES to mountain hikes, it is highly recommended that you start with lower elevations and build up from there.If you're use to "Slowpoke Pace Hikes" then this hike is not for you-the pace will be too quickNO beginners please. | |||||||
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | Take Highway #1 to Highway #40, then head south about 65 km. The trailhead is the parking area at the Highwood Pass on the west side of the highway. | ||||||
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | 270Km | ||||||
Carpool Departure Time: | 7:30 AM | ||||||
Carpool Location: | Log in for location | ||||||
Carpool Directions: |
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** Calgary Transit Info | ||||||
Carpool Cost: | Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $81.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Friday, March 29, 2024). This is based on $0.16/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle. | ||||||
Notes: | |||||||
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning. - Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Wendy W and Lynda H., at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. | |||||||
Cost & Payment: | |||||||
Voluntary Donations: | Although there is no cost for this event, please note that the club survives on voluntary donations. Please consider making a donation based on the value you feel you receive from the club. See our How You Can Help page for more information. | ||||||
Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?) Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person. | |||||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: *Note: Please do cancel at the last minute, it will effect our carpool shuttle. thx |