Backpacker / Hiker Conditioning - Onward COCers!! - Mon, Apr 21 2008

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Backpacker / Hiker Conditioning - Onward COCers!! (4/21/2008)

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 - Urban

Event Location:

Near Calgary Curling Club

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Apr 21 2008 6:30 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Apr 20 2008 11:59 PM

Event Duration:

~1hr

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Benn C
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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Ok this is gaining momentum!I feel the summer hiking season coming upon us! But first, let's get in shape....

This event is for all level of fitness. Go at your own pace plus a bit more (for that added challenge!).
Hikers, it's preferable you bring a pack similar in weight and size to what you would bring on a day hike.
Backpackers, in addition to the day pack specifications, you need to bring the kitchen sink and microwave.
Start at the level you are comfortable with and work your way up (just remember it's supposed to be training so it ought to be a bit tougher to do).

120 feet (~40m) of McHugh's Bluff to climb up. There are 168 steps up the stairs (works the thighs a lot) and then walk down the path to catch our breath OR speed walk up the path (tightening the buns more) and come down the stairs. Really, really good training for your hikes/backpacking trips to come in summer or just to improve your overall stamina. Better to train (aka suffer) now and enjoy the trip later!

In the span of an hour we will complete the circuit oh, maybe about six times with a pack on. More circuits and faster if you're cheating and travelling light... ;)

As is customary, we'll head to a pub after for refreshments (beer, juice or water, it's up to you! Protein after the workout is always good for morale) and to get to know your fellow members better... which makes it more fun doesn't it?

So come on by and have a great way to start the week! Chatting with your fellow club members, forgetting about starting another week, etc...

Required Items to Bring:
- water
- appropriate clothing
- your backpack, loaded up with the heaviest weight you're currently comfortable with carrying. We recommend starting with a pack of about 25 pounds and working your way up to your personal maximum -- the experts recommend for that to be about 1/3 of your body weight. Water, rocks, books, your pet dog, anything with weight. You might also want to pack as you would for your trips. See our Backpacker Checklist for information about how to pack your pack. Even though we're filling up with water-weight, the "how-to-pack" section at the bottom of the checklist is still relevant.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- $$ for refreshments later
- warmish clothing if necessary
- whatever else you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Memorial Dr & approx 5th St NW
This is the 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 stairs across from Prince's Island Park, north side of Memorial.
Free parking after 6pm & weekends.

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:

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.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: