Junction Hill Explorer - Sat, Apr 18 2015

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Junction Hill Explorer (4/18/2015)

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

Event Location:

Highwood Junction

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Apr 18 2015 9:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Apr 16 2015 10:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

~5 - 6 hours + driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to 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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

- Distance : ~8.7km return
- Elevation gain : ~781 metres
- Proper hiking footwear required, sorry no runners or jeans-sweatpants

Drivers needed.

This ridgewalk is a great early season opener and doesn't require the Highway 40 winter gate to be open.

The hill, from the road, is unimposing... but it is an exciting climb with great views, and a fabulous summit panorama. Through a fringe of trees we'll stride onto grassy slopes. From there a sharp ascent leads to a breach in the cliffy, southeast ridge... to the crest. We'll follow the ridge crest to the rocky summit. Descending the south ridge, we'll be in trees occasionally. The final descent is open and steep, but you'll have to stop to admire the scenery. You'll complete the loop by sauntering about 20 minutes along the highway back to your vehicle.

Possibly wet ground conditions - mud, water, some ice. (microspikes highly recommended). Note that as this is an exploratory hike, the actual route may vary due to the conditions that we encounter. This will be a combined trail/off-trail hike(bushwhack).

The event may be cancelled if the forecast deteriorates on the day of the event. Pace will be "slow" ascending but "Not slowpoke pace"and "moderate" on flat ground. Do not sign up if you are in a rush to get back to the city as event duration may vary.

(Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are not trained guides.)

Required Items to Bring:
-Well-equipped day pack-NO "sling pack" or "tiny pack" that only fits your lunch. Come prepared.
-Hiking footwear - sorry no runners, jeans or sweatpants.
-Dress in layers
-Microspikes recommended
-Rain gear
-Toque/gloves
-First aid kit(pls do not rely on volunteer coordinator for this)
-Bears are out. Bear spray and or air horn and or whistle.
- Bag for dirty boots
- Lunch and water (1 litre min.)
- Money in small denominations for your driver.

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

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

220Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $66.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Tuesday, April 16, 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 A. on April 15, 2015
Terrain: Unrated
Conditions: This lies within the zone considered "front range" and is presently accepted according to the COC interim winter safety policy.
Plan: In the event of significant snowfall in the area on the day of the event, the event will be cancelled.
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.
- 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: