Location changed to Floe Lake (was Kindersley-Sinclair Col) (NCT Training Hike) - Sat, Jun 28 2014

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Location changed to Floe Lake (was Kindersley-Sinclair Col) (NCT Training Hike) (6/28/2014)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kootenay National Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jun 28 2014 10:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Jun 25 2013 9:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

Quite possibly 8 hours on trail. Expect a full day.

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Difficult to Advanced

Event Coordinator(s):

Barbara B.
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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:

Update from June 26, 6:30pm: The trail report is now showing bear warnings for both Kindersley and Sinclair. We will therefore hike to Floe Lake instead. This trail will be 21km return with 715m of elevation gain. It is snowbound; expect winter conditions and bring your snowshoes if you have any.

IMPORTANT - Read:
   · This is a North Coast Trail training event, which means that preference will be given to people signed up for the North Coast Trail event in August.
     Those not claimed by NCT people by June 23 will be given to people on the wait list.
   · This is also a potluck event to keep the Canada Day long weekend tradition going.
     Please bring 1-2 bites (not more) per person to share.
   · Do not be in a rush to get back to the city. Pace is relaxed and event duration may vary.

Distance: 18.6km if no car shuttle. 17.4km with car shuttle.
Elevation Gain: 1,055m

Description from Kootenay National Park GemTrek Map:
     This is one of the most spectacular day hikes for views and wildflowers in the southern [art of Kootenay National Park. It leads through lush vegetation studded with wildflowers to a lofty alpine col offering fabulous views. We will complete this hike in a clockwise loop.
     The well-graded trail ascends through an evergreen forest and views open up at km 2.7 when you reach the first avalanche path. The trail returns to forest and at km 6.1 crosses more avalanche paths and enters a basin where glacier lilies abound through July.
     The trail sign at Kindersley Pass on the park boundary offers limited views, but it does signal the start of the most memorable section of the trail. This is a glorious ramble through sub- alpine terrain, then across open slopes where you top out on barren, windswept Kindersley- Sinclair Col, a small saddle between two slightly higher peaks. (Those with time and energy to spare can scramble up the ridge line to panoramic views from the rocky peak to the southeast).
     From the col, the trail drops east rapidly into a basin that can be covered by heavy snowpack into late July. Look for cairns and markers to help find your way. The trail becomes better defined near the head of Sinclair Creek, which is crosses after about 100m. By the time you begin your descent into lush forest along Sinclair Creek, you are on a well-worn path. You cross the creek on a footbridge to the west side at km 14.5, and soon arrive at Sinclair Creek trailhead. From there it is an easy 1.2km roadside walk back to the cars.

References:
   · GemTrek Kootenay National Park Map
   · Kindersley-Sinclair col (Travels with Bernie)
   · Kootenay National Park Weather

Required Items to Bring:
ALL of these items are mandatory or you stay in the city:
   · Water/drinks and lunch
   · Proper hiking boots
   · Something small for a potluck
   · Bear spray
   · Clothes for varying weather conditions (incl. wind & rain)
   · First aid kit
   · Plastic bag for your dirty hiking boots for the way back
   · A smile and sense of adventure :-)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
   · Big packs if you're hiking the NCT
   · Hiking poles
   · Gaiters
   · Microspikes or icers
   · Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Park at Floe Lake parking lot on Hwy 93.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

490Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $147.00 (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:

- 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: