Sheep River / Junction Creek Backpack - Sat, Sep 2 2017
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Sheep River / Junction Creek Backpack (9/2/2017)
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The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Hike - Backpack | ||||||
Event Location: | Bluerock Wildland Provincial Park | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Sat, Sep 2 2017 9:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*) | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Tue, Aug 29 2017 12:00:00 PM | ||||||
Event Duration: | 3 days | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D4: Moderate to Difficult | ||||||
Event Coordinator(s): |
Ben Cheong
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Member Cost: | Voluntary Donation Only (See Below) | ||||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 18 And Older Only | ||||||
Maximum Group Size: | 4 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests: | 0 | ||||||
Minimum Group Size: | 2 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests Per Member: | 0 | ||||||
Number Registered So Far: | 4 (Log in to see who's signed up.) | ||||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | No | ||||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
Random backcountry overnight. Looking for a few
adventurous souls. We'll be backpacking in a
remote densely forested valley, paralleling
scenic a creek the whole time. While it’s in
the trees most of the way, there’s enough views
of surrounding mountains to make it all
worthwhile. An added bonus, and the real reason
you’ll want to come here, are the many
waterfalls, one of them especially spectacular,
seen along the route (most near the end). The
going is easy, flat, or mostly so. It’s a bit
rough and wet in places, and is frequented by
equestrian types, so expect to play in the mud
from time to time. This trip will involve
crossing the Sheep River at the start (bring
crossing sandals or just go in bare feet or
with shoes, its your preference), maybe more
creeks, mud crossings, mountains, waterfalls
and beautiful views. We will be doing a
bushwhack dayhike (bring small day pack or
empty your backpack and use that) up one of the
mountains nearby. Your coordinator hasn't been
this way before so it is definitely
exploratory, be prepared for the occasional U-
turn and/or bushwhack. Bring a lightly weighted
overnight pack, you'll get a chance to measure
the weight of your pack at the trailhead, so we
can enjoy the trail instead of huffing under a
heavy pack. Distance: Approx 7-9 km one way to the campsite. Approx 300m elevation gain one way. Expect about 3-4 hours to hike in give or take As we will be camping in a remote wilderness area, we will be practicing Leave no Trace principles. Pack out what we pack in. We may or may not have a fire depends on conditions then. Itinerary: SATURDAY – Early morning drive out to the trail head, haul in to the site, chill for a bit, explore the area. Have dinner, do a mini potluck. Main meal is your own but bring a very light snack to share. Note - having a campfire may not happen so don't count on it, be prepared. SUNDAY - We will explore the area, dayhike climb a (big) hill or two, go for a swim and just chill out. MONDAY - After a morning breakfast hike out and head back. Do not be in rush to get back to Calgary, we'll be back late as we'll stop in Black Diamond for refreshments (like ice cream) depending what on time we get out.
Note:
Gear:
You will need your own backpacking gear. Tent
mates can be arranged if you don't already have
one. Co-ed tenting. Any group gear will be pre-
arranged. Be prepared to help carry any group
gear if needed. See link for personal
backpacking gear if you are new to this, but
lighter is more. Contact me if you have not
backpacked before.
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | - Wait for email. Carpool will be pre-arranged. | ||||||
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | 180Km | ||||||
Carpool Departure Time: | 8:30 AM | ||||||
Carpool Location: | Log in for location | ||||||
Carpool Directions: |
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** Calgary Transit Info | ||||||
Carpool Cost: | Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $54.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Friday, March 29, 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: |