Barrier Lake - Prairie View/Jewell Pass Loop - Fri, Jun 19 2020

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Barrier Lake - Prairie View/Jewell Pass Loop (6/19/2020)

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:

Kananaskis Country

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Jun 19 2020 8:15 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Jun 18 2020 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

Approx. 5 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Simone B
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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Have you travelled in the last 14 days? Are you showing any symptoms, been in contact with a confirmed case, or been tested positive at all? Have you read and understood the current restrictions that are club policy during the COVID-19 situation?

Please answer these questions in the comments or medical section during the sign up process, in addition to signing the waiver. Your coordinator has been instructed to remove you from the event if you do not answer or comply with these questions. Failure to follow the guidelines could result in you being evicted from the event even after it has commenced. Your co ordinator has this discretion and you could be reported to the club if you create problems. The COC is attempting to keep all members safe and asks for your respect during these difficult times. If you do not wish to follow these temporary restrictions you should not sign up but are welcome to continue after the restrictions have been removed.

Distance: 14km return
Elevation Gain: 750m
Pace: Moderate and steady.

Group: We will stay together as a group at all times.
Duration: Event duration may vary. Please do not sign up if you need to be back for another commitment.

This is the first time your coordinator has attempted this trail. Some route finding may be necessary.

We will hike this loop clockwise - left from the junction (Stoney Trail) to take the Jewell Pass Trail then right along McConnell Ridge and down on Prairie View Trail. There are some beautiful views for minimal effort and we should be well on our way before the parking lot fills up.

Description on Hikebiketravel blog.

This event may be cancelled if the forecast is not favourable.

Required Items to Bring:
- Cheerful disposition
- Hiking boots (no runners)
- Bear Spray
- Water (at least one litre)
- Lunch, snacks
- Clothes for changeable weather including rain jacket
- Warm layers

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Hiking poles
- Icers or similar traction for your boots (there may be snow at higher elevations)
- Gaiters
- Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take Hwy 1 west to Kananaskis Trail (Highway 40). Head south on Hwy 40 just past the Barrier Lake Visitor Centre and watch for the Barrier Dam Day Use area. Park here. I drive a grey VW Jetta. I'll wear a fuchsia (hot pink) buff/scarf around my head.

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.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: