Cox Hill - steady pace - Sat, May 30 2015

Cox Hill - steady pace (5/30/2015)

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:

Sibbald Creek Area

Date(s) & Time:

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

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, May 29 2015 7:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

~ 6 hours + driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Mick
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 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:

Elevation gain: 700 m
Distance: 13 kms return

Hiking boots required. SORRY no runners or footwear similar to runners.

The trail winds and switchbacks upwards through forests and leads us to panoramic views of the prairies/foothills and surrounding peaks.

We will be travelling at a steady pace with plenty of stops for photos, but please note this is not a slowpoke hike nor an easy hike given the elevation gain and distance. Also speedy hikers must be prepared to slow down and stay with the group.

Required Items to Bring:
-Comfortable hiking boots -- sorry NO runners
-Bag for dirty boots
-Lunch/snacks
-Lots of water (minimum 1 litre, 2 litres recommended)
-Extra outer layers for changeable weather

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
-Hiking poles
-Air horn and/or bear spray
-Camera
-Headlamp

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Drive west on Hwy 1 from Calgary and take the Sibbald Creek Trail (Hwy 68) turnoff. At the Powderface Trail junction turn left and drive south approximately 3 km (on gravel road) to the Dawson recreation area. Park here. The trailhead is at the east end of the parking area.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

120Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $36.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Wednesday, April 17, 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: