Corral Mountain Explorer - Sat, May 9 2015

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Corral Mountain Explorer (5/9/2015)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Hwy 532, Southern Kananaskis

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, May 9 2015 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:45 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, May 7 2015 9:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

7 - 8 hours plus driving (expect a long day)

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to 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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

IMPORTANT - Read:
   · This will be a combined trail/off-trail hike.
     If you enjoy getting off the beaten path and like to explore, including some light bushwhacking, then this hike is for you.
   · We will be going at a slower pace for the uphill portions, and more moderate for the downhill.
   · You must have hiked 15km+ at least a few times in the past year in order to attend.
   · Do not be in a rush to get back to the city. We are out to explore and event duration may vary.

Bring a tarp, thermarest, and triangular bandages if you want to learn some tricks :-).

Distance: 17-18km
Elevation Gain: 450m
High Point: Approximately 1,900m

Seen from afar, Corral Mountain (given this name due to its proximity to Corral Creek) looks like a horn with a steep drop to one side. The summit appears almost like a spire - a rewarding spot for a spring hike. Bob Spirko even calls the approach enjoyable, which must mean something for a spring hike. We will follow Bob Spirko's route for the most part, but due to the warm weather, may not be able to take the shortcut through the swampy area. Definitely expect some wet ground conditions - mud, water, some ice - and plan accordingly. Note that as this is an explorer hike, the actual route may vary due to the conditions that we encounter. Check out this description and this video to get a sense of the terrain.

References:
   · GemTrek Highwood & Cataract Creek (South Kananaskis Country) Map (GR888691)
   · Corral Mountain - Bob Spirko's site
   · Corral Mountain - YouTube video by Bob Spirko
   · Kananaskis Country Trail Guide (2nd Edition) by Gillean Daffern - partial description under Corral Creek
   · Longview Weather

Required Items to Bring:
ALL of these items are mandatory or you stay in the city:
   · Water/drinks and lunch
   · Proper hiking boots
   · Microspikes or icers
   · Bear spray (they are out)
   · Clothes for varying weather conditions (incl. wind & rain)
   · Spare socks (in case we cut through the swampy area)
   · First aid kit
   · 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.
   · Tarp
   · Thermarest
   · Hiking poles
   · Gaiters
   · GPS if you have one
   · Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Distances are approximate from Somerset-Bridlewood LRT:
   · 0km - Head south on Macleod Trail/Hwy2/then Hwy 2.
   · 26km - Turn right (west) onto Hwy 7.
   · 52km - Turn left (south) in Black Diamond, onto Hwy 22.
   · 70km - Continue straight through Longview.
   · 98km - Turn right (west) onto Hwy 532 (gravel, unmaintained road).
     STOP at this intersection as we will regroup here (no cell phone reception once you go off pavement)
   · 115km (approx.) - Parking spots

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

230Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:45 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $69.00 (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:

Winter Safety Considerations
Entered by Barbara on May 5, 2015.
Terrain Classification: Unrated front-range terrain. This event is located east of the winter gates at Wilkinson Summit.
Conditions: As of April 26, 2015, Avalanche Bulletins are no longer being issued for this area for this season.
Plan: If conditions are unfavourable for or if deep snow is encountered, another hike in this area will be selected.
Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip.

- 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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