Prairie View / Barrier Lake Lookout - Sat, Nov 30 2013

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Prairie View / Barrier Lake Lookout (11/30/2013)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Barrier Lake Area - Kananaskis

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Nov 30 2013 9:10 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:50 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Nov 28 2013 5:55:00 AM

Event Duration:

~5 hours + driving

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

- Distance : 12 km return to Prairie View lookout or 14 km return to Barrier Lake lookout if conditions favourable
- Elevation gain : 500 metres to Prairie View lookout or 700 metres to Barrier Lake lookout if conditions favourable
- Proper hiking footwear(no runners).

Icers / Microspikes are required. No icers = no event. Sorry no jeans/sweat pants.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ALREADY HIKED IN RECENT WEEKS 450M+ AND / OR HAVE THE APPROPRIATE FITNESS LEVEL FOR THIS EVENT.

Bring the right equipment and the right attitude for this FUN & "REFRESHING" outing as we go and enjoy the Kananaskis Country. A popular trail in the Kananaskis area with some rewarding views. We will cross Barrier Dam and climb from that point on. The weather forecast is looking promising for Saturday.

Expect snow and some ice at higher elevation so if you do not like hiking in the snow, please do not register for this event...

PACE: Slower on the uphills but Moderate on flat terrain. "IF" you are use to slowpoke hikes this is not for you. "IF" you are looking for a fast pace event, this is not for you. Please expect to stay as a group. Thank you for your consideration toward other members and the co-ordinator.

Hike description

A popular trail in the Kananaskis area because of its early season with excellent views. We will cross Barrier Dam and climb from that point on. The grade is persistent and we climb using a series of switchbacks. With nearly continuous climbing through the trees, we will reach the ridge. The trail narrows and becomes steeper in the last 200m before the cliff top. The cliff top itself is an ideal spot and is great to linger here, to take in the views and snap photographs.

*** The trail conditions will dictate whether or not we go all the way to the Barrier Lake lookout.

If you are switching from URBAN HIKES to mountain hikes, it is highly recommended that you start with lower elevations and build up from there.

Required Items to Bring:
- Your cheerfulness :-)
- Waterproof hiking boots (for snow)
- Icers or Microspikes
- Warm clothing
- Water
- Lunch
-First aid kit
- Gloves (at least 2 pairs) & hat -Proper hiking pack, you should come prepared and not rely on others for food/water/and warm extra clothes.
- Gaiters

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Poles
- Camera
- Hot drink

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take Highway #1 toward Canmore.
- drive 75 km west on Highway 1 and exit Southward onto Highway 40
- trailhead is 9 km south at the Barrier Dam Day Use Area.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

170Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:50 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $51.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Saturday, April 20, 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:

Winter Safety Considerations
Entered by Sylvia on November 24, 2013.
Terrain Classification: Permitted as front range terrain when snow levels are low. Sylvia will be contacting the Barrier Lake Information Centre a day prior to the event to obtain the latest trail report.
Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip.

- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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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: