Birdwood Traverse (date changed Sat. to Mon. = weather) - Mon, Aug 1 2016

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Birdwood Traverse (date changed Sat. to Mon. = weather) (8/1/2016)

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:

Smith Dorrien

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Aug 1 2016 9:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Jul 30 2016 7:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

~7 - 8 hours +drive time

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Difficult to Advanced

Event Coordinator(s):

Sylvia(1) A.
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:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Proper hiking boots required, sorry No Runners/Keen's sports sandal's and No Jeans. thanks

This event involves a car shuttle-drivers will be given priority.

Great event for early risers and experienced hikers who love gorgeous scenery.It'll be a long day but very rewarding, so don't be in a rush to get back to Calgary. Some sections of this trip will be off-trail so some bushwhacking.

This is one of my favourite hikes. This has to be one of most scenic loop hikes in K-country. If you like open terrain, far-reaching views and opportunity to hike out on a different path from hike-in then this trip is for you. We will leave one vehicle at Burstall pass parking lot where the hike will finish, then car shuttle down the road. Our loop hike will consist of the following:

DISTANCE ~19KM and ELEVATION ~1100M-gain/loss:

Smuts Pass Trail. 6 km, 420 elevation. Valley floor hiking for first 5 km, followed by steep headwall ascent (Scramblish at places) to Smuts Pass.
Highline Smuts - Birdwood - Burstall Pass Traverse. 4.5 km, 200 - 300 elevation gain/loss. Highlight of the hike. Mostly off-trail with some ups and downs with spectacular views throughout.
Burstall Pass trail hike out. 8 km, 470 m elevation loss. Extremely popular trail, mostly forest hiking in the valley south of Mt. Burstall, Pigs Tail and Commonwealth Peak.

+++This loop is **PRIME BEAR** area +++therefore as a reminder please DO NOT sign up if you are NOT willing to stay/PACE of the group. Thank you for your understanding.

PACE:
Please note that this is NOT a hike for SPEED Demon's OR if you are an advanced hiker who insists on a fast pace.We will be hiking Moderate pace on gentler/flat grades and at a Slower pace on Steeper terrain . If you're not sure about this hike, 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 not recently hiked with 800M+, it is highly recommended that you start with lower elevations and build up from there. .

++++Please be sure of your ability to cover the stated distance and elevation, since we are Not turning back, this is a loop.++++

Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are NOT trained guides. All participants are responsible for their OWN safety and equipment. One should come prepared as if they were hiking by themselves.

Please only register if you are definitively joining us. Cancellations create additional work for the co- ordinators who are volunteering their time.

Required Items to Bring:

-Proper hiking Boots and pack (PLS ensure your PACK is big enough to include extras -- a small water hydration bike pack that only fits your water hydration pack and small lunch is too small...one should always be ready for the unexpected)
-Sling pack not appropriate for this Long hike.
-Plenty of water (2- 3L )
-Water shoes for the wet Burstal willow flats crossing.
-Lunch
-Dress in layers
-Mittens, toque (yes even in July -- mountain weather is unpredicatble)
-First-aid kit-Highly recommended
-Bear spray and/or air horn and/or whistle - HIGHLY recommended, lots of bears in area.
NO BEAR BELLS-
-Change to pay your driver
-Plastic bag to put muddy boots in.
-Headlamp
-NO cotton clothes-or Jeans.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
-GPS-if you have one you can download the route. -Hiking poles
-Bug spray
-Good attitude

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

will be emailed to participants

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

270Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $81.00 (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:

Since this involves a car shuttle, drivers are important, if you are a driver pls do not cancel at the last minute since we are counting on you.
- 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: IF you are a driver pls do not cancel last minute…we are relying on you for the car shuttle.