Fullerton Loop: Evening Hike (Wednesday this week!) - Wed, Oct 13 2021

Fullerton Loop: Evening Hike (Wednesday this week!) (10/13/2021)

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.

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location:Fullerton Loop
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Oct 13 2021  6:00 PM
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Oct 13 2021 4:00:00 PM
Event Duration:2 hr plus driving time
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Shelley R
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Maximum No. Guests:0
Minimum Group Size:3
Maximum No. Guests Per Member:0
Number Registered So Far: 5 (Log in to see who's signed up.)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS: Participation in this event is conditional upon attendee compliance with the following restrictions: If you have COVID-19, COVID-19-like symptoms, or may have COVID-19 due to a recent exposure, you are expected to withdraw from this event and stay home. We will be more than happy to see you at another event once it is considered safe for you to do so! Failure to comply with this requirement may result in removal from this event and/or future events.

See our COVID-19 Policy for complete information.


Distance: 7 km round trip
Elevation Gain: 213 m

Fullerton Loop is an easy hike that provides excellent views of the Elbow Valley and nearby foothills. The plan is to undertake this hike at a relaxed, but moderate pace. We will stop to catch our breath when needed and enjoy the views. The evenings are starting to get shorter, so the end of the loop will require some good twilight vision or the use of a headlamp to be able to see the trail.

You are welcome to bring your dog if they are used to hiking at a moderate, steady pace with a group and can respect the personal space of other dogs and people.

We will be hiking the loop clockwise, therefore going UP the steep side and down the more moderate section. At this time hiking footwear with good tread should suffice, but be prepared to pack icers / traction devices if Calgary rain showers fall as snow or mixed precipitation in the foothills. The event will go ahead as planned unless there is a heavy rainfall warning for the area, dangerous road conditions or cold weather temperatures below -25c (including wind chill).


Required Items to Bring:
hiking boots / trail shoes with good tread
water
bear spray
headlamp and spare batteries
appropriate clothing
Kananaskis Conservation Pass
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
hiking poles
hat / toque and or gloves
dry shirt for the downhill or car
Snacks
sunglasses / hat with a brim for the uphill
icers / micro-spike traction for your boots

How to Get There:
Event Directions:NOTE: As of June 1st, you will need a Kananaskis Conservation Pass to attend this event. Please see the Alberta Parks website for more information: Kananaskis Conservation Pass

Follow the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 1) to Highway 22, follow Highway 22 south through Bragg Creek, turning left at the 4-way stop. At the Highway 66 Junction, turn right and follow Highway 66. The parking area is on the right, across from the Allen Bill Day Use area - you'll see the signs after you cross the Elbow River bridge. We will meet in the parking area near the cars at 6 p.m., ready to hike. I'll have a green daypack.

If you are running late, please text before you start driving. If you arrive after we've left, please do not attempt to hike out alone to catch up with us.

Notes:
***There will be no carpool for this event.***

- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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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: