Backpacking fitness bootcamp - Sat, Jan 24 2015

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Backpacking fitness bootcamp (1/24/2015)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike - Urban

Event Location:

Base of the Stairs, Near Calgary Curling Club & Sunnside Bank Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jan 24 2015 7:30 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jan 23 2015 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

30 minutes to 120 minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Raihan K
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All Ages Welcome

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

This is a fitness boot-camp, specifically designed to get us ready for backpacking in the spring and summer (or even winter!).

We will fill backpacks with whatever we can (I use dumbells wrapped in sleeping bags), get them to a weight that is suitable for ourselves, throw them on and then climb the stairs at McHugh Bluff (behind the Curling Club).

If you don’t want to take the stairs up or down, you can choose the adjacent pathway.

If you have not done this type of thing, start with lesser weight.

To simulate real backcountry situations, I choose to wear hiking boots. I have also worn running shoes. I like hiking boots better, especially when carrying a very heavy pack.

Ideally, you’d bring a 40-70L backpack that you would normally wear on a backpacking trip. You’ll find that it takes a few goes to get the backpack adjusted for maximum comfort.

I usually go for between an hour and two. You can pick the duration you like best.

DISCLAIMER: I am not a fitness instructor. I am not a medical professional. If you are worried about injuring yourself, have any chronic illnesses, or are concerned about your cardiovascular fitness, please check with your medical doctor before taking part in this activity.

Required Items to Bring:
- water
- appropriate clothing
- running shoes or hiking boots
- backpack loaded with weight

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Memorial Dr & approx 3th St NW (We meet at the Base of the Stairs)

There is a parking lot east of the Curling Club (not the one belonging to the club).

Access from Memorial Drive, the meeting point is located at the bottom of the stairs across from Prince's Island Park, north side of Memorial.

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Notes:

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Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

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Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: