Razor's Edge and McConnell Ridge - Relaxed Pace- - Sat, May 7 2016

Razor's Edge and McConnell Ridge - Relaxed Pace- (5/7/2016)

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:Exshaw
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 7 2016  9:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, May 5 2016 7:00:00 AM
Event Duration:~5 hours + driving
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:8
Maximum No. Guests:0
Minimum Group Size:4
Maximum No. Guests Per Member:0
Number Registered So Far: 8 (Log in to see who's signed up.)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
- Distance :~10.3KM loop
- Elevation gain : ~-500M - 570M(up / downs)
- Proper hiking footwear(NO runners)- No jeans/sweatpants..

Out destination: Razor's Edge trail and McConnell Ridge. McConnell Ridge stretches between Yates Mountain (Barrier Lake Fire Lookout) and Biffy Peak .

While the distance and elevation gain are not impressive it is a technical hike with few steep slopes, some big slabs and a bit of off trail hiking. The group will hike a clockwise loop: up the Razor's Edge, back via Quaite Valley.

We will be hiking at a RELAXED pace (slow going up and moderate on flat). If you do not want to stay with the group at this pace, please find another hike. If you're not sure about a hike, feel free to contact the coordinator and remember to always hike within your ability in order to be able to keep up with the group. If you have not recently hiked this year 450M, this hike is not for you.



PLS NOTE:
. Do not be in a rush to get back to Calgary -- return time may vary. We are out to enjoy the day and explore. Pls note that your coordinator has not done this one.


Required Items to Bring:
-Proper hiking boots and pack (PLS ensure your PACK is big enough to include extras -- a small water hydration bike pack that only fits your water hydration pack and small lunch is too small...one should always be ready for the unexpected)
-NO Sling pack.
-Plenty of water (min 1 1/2L )
-Lunch
-Dress in layers-various conditions.
-First-aid kit
-Change to pay your driver.
-Bear spray and/or whistle and/or air horn.(bears are out)
-NO bear bells
(bears are out)
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Poles
- Camera

How to Get There:
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):163Km
Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
** Calgary Transit Info
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $48.90 (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:

- 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.
 
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Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: