Opal Ridge (South Summit) - Sat, Aug 24 2013

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Opal Ridge (South Summit) (8/24/2013)

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:

Scramble

Event Location:

Opal Ridge

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Aug 24 2013 9:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Aug 22 2013 7:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

6 - 7 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Sylvia(1) A.
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Elevation: 1050m (net) / 1200m (total)
Distance: ~ 8 kms
NOTE:Hiking boots required- sorry no sneakers/trail runners or jeans/sweat pants.

IMPORTANT - Read for the EASY Scramble:
       · We will be going at a "Mountaineering Pace"Slow steady pace going up"- and Moderate on the flat terrain. If you are a speed demon who wishes to race to the top, PLS do not sign up for this event. If weather nice we will have a long summit break.
   · You must have hiked at least 700M elevation recently this year in order to attend.
       · Do not be in a rush to get back to the city. We are out to explore and event duration may vary.

Please read the entire event description prior to signing up for this Easy Scramble.

Trail description

This is pretty much a hike all the way up. We will aim for the South Summit and return the same way which we came up.Opal Ridge south is mostly a CHALLENGING and VERY STEEP OFF-TRAIL hike (no switchbacks). It is a bit of a slog heading up until we reach the rock pinnacles where the slope eases. The ridgewalk to the summit is gentle and unexposed.The summit offers SPECTACULAR views of the Opal Range to the east, Kananaskis Range to the west, and Kananaskis Lakes to the south. Note that we will be returning the same way.

Only register if you are definitively interested in joining us - last minute cancellations in recent events have prevented other COC members from attending events and resulted in unnecessary additional work for the Volunteer Co-ordinators. Thank you for your understanding.

Hike description

- We will be moving at a Mountaineering pace and breaking regularly for water, photos, chats and laughter. If you are looking for a Fast pace event, this outing is definitively NOT for you
- The group will be expected to stay together. Hopefully the sunshine will be on the menu for Saturday... It is all about enjoying the great scenery and company while having FUN!
- Wind breaker is a must as it can get extremely windy on the ridge
- This hike/scramble is best suited to experienced hikers. You should have completed in recent weeks hikes with at least 700 metres elevation gain
- The beauty of Opal Ridge is that you get rewarded very quickly with some amazing views regardless how far we go

Please ensure your vehicle is in safe mechanical condition AND you can take 4 people (including yourself) plus gear before indicating you can drive.

*** Please allow time for route finding if necessary, the coordinator has not done this one.

Required Items to Bring:
- Your cheerfulness
- Hiking boots, no runners
- Bear Spray or whistle or air horn..NO Bear bells.
- Wind and rain gear (expect high winds near summit)
-Toque and mitts.
- Water
- Lunch and snacks

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Hiking poles
- Gaiters
- Camera with batteries
- Rock helmet
- Personal first aid kit
- Sunglasses & sunscreen lotion

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Head west on 16th Ave NW (Hwy 1) from Calgary. Turn south on Hwy 40 towards Kananaskis Country. Continue south for 42 km and park at the far north end of the parking lot at Fortress Junction (the Gas Plus gas station).(make a left).

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

210Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $63.00 (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:

Please ensure your vehicle is in safe mechanical condition AND you can take 4 people (including yourself) plus gear before indicating you can drive.

- 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: