Rawson Lake Ridge - Sat, Jul 12 2008

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Rawson Lake Ridge (7/12/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kananaskis Country

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 12 2008 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Jul 10 2008 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

4-5 hours(plus driving time)

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Marcel B
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Elevation Gain: 670m to the ridge
Return Distance: about 9km

We'll park at the Upper Lake Day Use parking lot. From there it's a short 3.9 km hike to Rawson Lake, nested between the Upper Kananaskis Lake and the 3,174 metre wall of Mount Sarrail. To the lake it's a height gain of 305 metres, over a distance of 2.2 km. Depending on how the sun hits it, this lake can turn a beautiful jade colour and become irresistible to the shutter bugs. At the far end of the lake we'll sit down for lunch and drinks.

As this is a short hike, the plan is to continue on to the northwest ridge for what promises to be a beautiful view of Upper Kananaskis Lake. The climb to the ridge will be an additional 365 metre height gain over a kilometre or less and may be difficult for some.

This trip is best suited to experienced hikers. Some parts of this trail are quite steep. There may still be some snow patches on the approach to the ridge. A full hiking boot will required for this hike. No runners or low cut footwear allowed.

Required Items to Bring:
Hiking Boots (No Runners)
Gaiters
Warm Layers (No Jeans)
Rain Gear
Lunch
Water

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking Poles

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take the Trans Canada Highway west from Calgary for approximately 70 km, then turn south on Highway 40 for approximately 50 km. Turn right onto Kananaskis Lakes Trail and follow the signs to the Upper Lake parking lots.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

300Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $90.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Thursday, April 18, 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:

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Cost & Payment:

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Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

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