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1) Have you travelled in the last 14 days?
2) Are you showing any symptoms, been in contact with a confirmed case, or been tested positive at all?
3) Have you read and understood the current restrictions that are club policy during the COVID-19 situation?
Please answer these questions in the comments 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 coordinator 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: 17.6km return
Elevation Gain: 655m
Pace: Relaxed but steady (3 - 4 km / hr)
with brief stops as needed.
Register only if: you have experience
with (or close to) the above stated
elevation/distance, are
not on a timetable and understand the
plan is to spend up to an 1 hour for lunch,
photos and general enjoyment of the view at the
pass. If you are a fast hiker who dislikes
stopping and waiting for the group, this hike
will not be a good fit for you.
NO DOGS PLEASE.
Due to COVID 19 there is no official carpool
for this event. If you are in need of a ride
feel free to contact me and we may be able to
work something out.
Trail description (from Parks Canada): "This
trail follows Healy Creek to its source amid
open
meadows above the treeline. Wildflowers bloom
profusely from mid-July to late August..."
The trail starts in the trees with a
gradual
incline, becoming steeper as it approaches the
treeline. Once in the meadow, the trail
continues
up, but the flowers and views will allow for
plenty of opportunities to justify a
few stops to catch your breath and enjoy the
moment. We should be there at the right time to
see Paintbrush (in every shade of pink!),
Anemones, Asters, Heather, Arnica and maybe
even
some late Glacier Lilies in the
meadows on either side of the pass - to go
along
with stunning views of Egypt Lake and many
nearby
peaks. Hopefully our earlier start will also
give
us fewer crowds on the trail and at the pass -
and allow us to miss any afternoon
thunderstorms
that pop up. Note that lunch may be shortened
or
delayed until we are back in the trees if
weather
becomes a concern.
| Required Items to Bring: -PROPER HIKING BOOTS/SHOES required -Breathable quick dry hiking attire -Jacket/wind breaker -Rain gear -Plenty of water or a filter -Snack/lunch -Hat/Sunscreen (highly recommended) -Bear spray (no bells, please) - National Park pass | | Recommended Items to Bring: Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need. -Warm layers (it can be windy / cool at the pass) -Hiking poles -Camera -Toilet paper & ziplock bag (to pack-out) -First aid kit -Bug Spray -Sit-upon -Change of footwear / clothes for the car ride in case it's really hot or wet |
Allow at least 1hr 40 min if driving from Calgary (city centre).
We will be starting our hike at 8:30 a.m. to try and beat the heat (and afternoon T- Storms), so please aim to arrive 10 - 15 min early to allow time to meet, dress and use the facilities - thanks!
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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