The Orphan - Relaxed Pace - Exploratory - Wed, Jun 27 2018

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The Orphan - Relaxed Pace - Exploratory (6/27/2018)

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:

Scramble

Event Location:

Spray Lakes area

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Jun 27 2018 9:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:45 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Jun 26 2018 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

~ 6-7 hours or so + driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Sylvia(1) A.
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.

Member Cost:

None

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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Elevation:~869M metres
Approximate distance: 7.8KM round trip
Hiking boots required.-Sorry NO runners or Jeans.

+++Drivers Needed+++

-If weather changes-this event will get canceled.

Come and try out this seldom visited area on this beautiful sunny Wednesday. This is an 'EASY SCRAMBLE".

The first ~350m of elevation gain are through boulders in the creekbed. Past the junction it turns to nice black soil, and after you pass table rock. From the pass it will be an Easy scramble to the top.

Please note this is an exploratory outing-please allow for route finding since your coordinator has never done this one.

#####So MaNY BEARS are out everywhere right now, please bring your bear spray.####

PACE:
Please note that this is NOT an outing for SPEED Demon's OR if you are an advanced hiker who insists on a fast pace.We will be hiking Moderate pace on gentler grades and at a SLOWER pace on steeper terrain , and take Several Short breaks to enjoy the views and take pictures-so to sum this up-Relaxed pace. If you're not sure about this outing, 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 hiked before or recently hiked with , it is highly recommended that you start with lower elevations and build up from there.

++++PLEASE be sure you are confident in your ability to cover the stated distance and elevation, since we are NOT turning back.++++

******* Note that COC event coordinators are volunteers and are NOT trained guides. All participants are responsible for their OWN safety and equipment. *******

Required Items to Bring:
-Bear spray and or air horn or whistle.
Proper hiking boots- no runners
Water(2 L min...more if hotter), lunch & snacks
DAYPACK - large enough to include extras ( first aid kit, etc.). A small bike hydration pack that only fits your hydration/water system and small lunch is TOO small. Always come prepared for the unexpected and not rely on the coordinator.
Clothes for varying weather conditions, (toque/mitts/jacket)
(no jeans or cotton allowed)
Sunscreen & hat
Headlamp (you should always carry this-highly recommended)
First aid kit(highly recommended)
Plastic bag for your dirty hiking boots for the way back
A smile & sense of adventure :-)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- -Gaiters-keep your pants dry-snow
-Hiking poles(steep)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

emailed to participants

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

240Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:45 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $72.00 (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:

Voluntary donation to maintain club of $3
- 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.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: