Mount Minos - Sat, Apr 20 2019

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Mount Minos (4/20/2019)

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 will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the COC.

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:

Near Ya-Ha Tinda Ranch

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Apr 20 2019 9:45 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Apr 19 2019 4:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

6-7 hours on trail + driving = all day :-)

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Barbara B.
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Member Cost:

$3.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info 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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Distance: 14km
Net Elevation Gain: 670m
Total Elevation Gain: 820m
Trailhead Elevation: 1,540m
Mount Minos Summit: 2,210m
Sunset Time: 8:43pm

On Trail/Off-Trail Hike Description:
This event will be going at a relaxed pace. A water crossing is involved right at the beginning, so water-crossing footwear (and towel) are required. We are out to enjoy the day and event duration may vary.

This is a hike in an area where getting there is half the fun. Located near Ya-Ha Tinda Ranch, it is more remote and the Red Deer River crossing deters many people. We're sure to find some solitude away from the weekend crowds.

We will be following the same route that Matt Clay went up last week. Please check out this trip report with photos to ensure that you are comfortable with the terrain and water crossing. We will be going up the southeast ridge, not the bushwhack locations that many trip reports refer to. Our route will be a combination of old fire road (for approximately 300m of elevation gain), followed by hiking up the open grassy slopes of Mount Minos (for approximately another 400m of elevation gain).

Trail Directions:
   · Red Deer River water crossing right after the parking spot
     (will stash water crossing stuff in the trees).
   · Follow old road for approximately 3.5km.
   · Beyond the lake, branch off SW to ascend the open slopes.
   · From first summit continue on to second summit.
   · Return the same way.

Costs:
1) COC event fee:
   · $3 COC for Regular Members (bring exact change, payable at carpool).
   · $0 for Premier Members / COC Coordinators
   · You can also purchase a Premier membership the day of the event (bring $25 cash).
2) Carpool Cost:
   Cost depends on whether driver takes Forestry Trunk Road or goes via Sundre.
   Please bring exact change as drivers do not carry change.
   Cost to be split evenly amongst all in a vehicle:
   Via Forestry Trunk Road: (200km return)
   · 3 people in car = ~$19/person
   · 4 people in car = ~$14/person
   Via Sundre: (280km return)
   · 3 people in car = ~$26/person
   · 4 people in car = ~$20/person

References:
   · Zenfolio | Matt Clay | Mount Minos, April 7, 2019
   · Canadian Rockies Backroad Mapbook
   · Detailed route map on MapOut app

Skill-Testing Question:
If you have actually read the event description, put a star " * " in the Notes field when signing up :-).

Required Items to Bring:
The following items are mandatory
   · Water & lunch
   · Bear spray
   · Proper hiking boots
   · Water crossing footwear
   · Towel
   · Microspikes / icers or equivalent
   · Gaiters
   · Plastic bag for your dirty hiking boots for the way back
   · Rain gear
   · Toque & mitts
   · First aid kit
   · A smile & sense of adventure :-)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
· Toys: GPS, camera
· Hiking poles

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Will be given at carpool.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

200Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $60.00 (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:

Member Cost:

$3.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$3.00/Person

Cost Includes:

COC event fee

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the COC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: