Moose Mountain (NCT Training Hike) - Sat, May 31 2014

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Moose Mountain (NCT Training Hike) (5/31/2014)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Hwy 66 west of Bragg Creek

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, May 31 2014 9:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, May 22 2013 11:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

Maybe 6-7 hours, maybe more, maybe less. Expect a long day.

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Barbara B.
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Member Cost:

None

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:

IMPORTANT - Read:
   · This is a North Coast Trail training hike , which means that I will give preference to people signed up for the North Coast Trail event in August.
     Everyone will automatically end up on the wait list. Any spots not claimed by NCT people by Tuesday evening will be given to people on the wait list.
   · Do not be in a rush to get back to the city. We are out to enjoy the day and event duration may vary.
   · We will be going at a slower pace for the uphill portions, and more moderate for the downhill. This is not a hike for speed demons.

Distance: 14.6km
Elevation Gain: 740m
Summit Elevation: 2,437m

From the trailhead, we will hike along the old lookout pack road to the foot of the mountain. From there we will find a very well constructed set of switchbacks that will take us all the way to the top of the first peak. At this point the trail levels out for a while as we head for the main peak and the final ascent to the fire lookout. Moose Mountain is located halfway between the prairies and the first range of the Rocky Mountains, offering an unparalleled views for 160km in all directions.

References:
   · GemTrek Bragg Creek & Sheep Valley Map
   · Kananaskis Country Trail Guide - 4th edition, Volume 2 by Gillean Daffern.
   · Moose Mountain on Albertawow.com
   · Bragg Creek Weather

Required Items to Bring:
   · Water/drinks and lunch
   · Proper hiking boots
   · Microspikes or icers
   · Bear spray
   · Clothes for varying weather conditions (incl. wind & rain)
   · First aid kit
   · Headlamp (should always carry this)
   · Plastic bag for your dirty hiking boots for the way back
   · A smile and sense of adventure :-)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
   · Hiking poles
   · Gaiters
   · GPS if you have one
   · Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Distances are approximate from Richmond Road:
   · 0km - Head west on Hwy 8. 2.
   · 24km - At the traffic circle, turn onto Hwy 22 towards Bragg Creek.
   · 38km - Turn right (west) onto Hwy 66.
   · 51km - Just beyond Paddy's Flat, turn right onto a dirt road.
   · 58km - Trailhead parking.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

120Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $36.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Friday, April 19, 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:

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