Moose Mountain-Moderate Pace - Wed, Nov 11 2009

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Moose Mountain-Moderate Pace (11/11/2009)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kananaskis

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Nov 11 2009 9:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Nov 10 2009 4:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

7 hours + driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Sylvia(1) A.
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

9 (Log in to see who's signed up.)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Return: approximately 14 Km / 670m gain

Profer hiking footwear required, sorry no runners or jeans(fabric of death in cold weather). thanks

It's great to live in Calgary! You don't have to travel far to get a quick hike in. This hike provides a very scenic view on a clear day, whereby the foursome can be seen to the southwest:Banded Peak, Outlaw Peak, Mt. Cornwall and Mt. Glasgow. You'll have many "digital moments". Moose Mountain is located halfway between the prairies and the first range of the Rocky Mountains.

We are planning to have lunch at the summit(where the fire lookout is). Hopefully the sun will be out and the wind light.

We never know what we will encounter(icy sections) therefore some form of ice traction is probably a good idea to bring on every winter hike in the mountains. "MicroSpikes" (MEC or Campers Village) or "ICERS" (Lee Valley Tools) are great!

TIP:If you live in the NW, probably quicker if you meet us directly at the trailhead.

Please read before signing up:
Please note that there will be snow on the trail, therefore, gaiters are strongly recommended(majority of hiking trails now have snow)and that we will be hiking at a moderate pace. If you are use to "slowpoke hikes" with a lot of stops, the pace for this hike will likely be TOO quick for you. While this event would typically take 5-6 hours in dry conditions, it may take us more time due to the snow so be prepared. Please ensure that you are EXPERIENCED IN WINTER HIKING. Nontheless pls read "required items to bring, since we are now hiking in "winter conditions" and everyone needs to come fully prepared so that one can fully complete a hike.

Required Items to Bring:
-Hiking footwear - snow in the area - sorry no runners
-Icers
-Sleeve over camelbak tubing so if it's cold your water tubing doesn't freeze.
-2 pairs of gloves.(you sweat going up, so if you don't have extra pair in pack to switch to your hands will freeze)
-2 pairs of socks...if your boots are not waterproof or your feet just get cold with snow going into your boots and you don't have extra dry pair in pack to switch to, your feet will freeze.
-Extra layer under hiking pants and waterproof/wind proof pants(if cold/alot of snow(wet/dry))and you just have 1 layer regular very light hiking pants and they get wet, you will freeze.
-Well equipped day pack
- Bag for dirty boots
- Lunch and water
- Remember to dress in layers

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
-Hiking poles
- Gaiters strongly recommended
-Personal first aid kit
-Bear spray and or air horn

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Drive south again on Macleod Trail & exit out of town on 22X westbound (Marquis of Lorne). If you drive by Spruce Meadows you know that you're heading in the right direction towards Kananaskis. Highway 22X turns into 22 just before Priddis (keep going west) and eventually turns into 66 (3 km before Bragg Creek). Don't turn toward Bragg Creek but continue heading west on Hwy. 66. About 0.7 km past the Paddy's Flats campground access road, we will turn right onto the Moose Mountain Road. This steep, 7.5 km long gravel road will take us to a small parking area at the trailhead. The road is gated from this point on so you can't miss the parking area.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

120Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $36.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Saturday, April 20, 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:

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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: