Sulphur Springs + Elbow Valley Loop - Wed, May 9 2018

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Sulphur Springs + Elbow Valley Loop (5/9/2018)

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:

Highway 66, west of Bragg Creek

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, May 9 2018 10:30 PM (Carpool Departure: 9:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, May 8 2018 9:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

However long it takes (3-4 hours?) + driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Please Note:
Ice patches and rain/showers are expected. Icers/microspikes and rain gear are mandatory or you will not be allowed to attend. Everyone must meet at carpool location; no exceptions.

Distance: 12.5km loop
Elevation Gain: Around 215m net, 515m total
Pace: Relaxed
Weather Forecast: Cloudy, high of 8°C, 60% chance of showers
This trail climbs & swoops through a beautiful foothills setting where one can reach satisfying viewpoints that provide vistas of the Elbow Valley & Prairie Mountain. There will be some steep parts so be prepared for a workout. Trail likely to be icy and muddy in sections. Icers/microspikes are required.

References:
· GemTrek Bragg Creek & Sheep Valley Map
· Gillean Daffern's Kananaskis Country Trail Guide, 4th edition, Volume 2

Required Items to Bring:
ALL of these items are mandatory:
   · Layered clothing, including gloves, toque, and rain jacket
   · Hiking boots
   · Snacks and drinks
   · Bear Spray
   · Personal First Aid Kit
   · $ for carpool - bring exact change
     ($10 if 3 people to a vehicle)
   · $2 COC donation
   · A smile and sense of adventure :-)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
· Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Will be given out at carpool.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

100Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $30.00 (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.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: