Memorial Lakes - Sat, Jul 12 2008

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Memorial Lakes (7/12/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kananaskis

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 12 2008 9:45 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jul 11 2008 8:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

6+ hrs plus driving time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

David 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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Distance: 18km
Elevation Gain: 710M(Third Lake)

Waterfalls, tarns,and cliffs will be included in this hike. Starting from the Ribbon Creek Trailhead we will follow the creek valley along the well-known trail and then turn right onto a lesser known trail that many people pass by. This is an un-signed path which leads through a forested valley past several raging waterfalls to the three Memorial Lakes.Expect the terrain to be steep and rough going to the second lake with some scrambling to the third lake.

People can choose to quit at the second lake if they are not up to the ascent to the third lake.

Expect mosquitoes

Required Items to Bring:
Water (at least a litre and a half)
Wind Layer
Sturdy hiking boots or shoes
warm clothing
Waterproof Jacket

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Hat
Sun Screen
Camera
Food
Whistle
First Aid kit
Bug juice or bug jacket or full body cover
Electrolyte replacement fluid
Change of clothes/footwear for the trip home

May be useful:
Hiking Poles
Gaiters
GPS
FRS/GMRS radio
Map
Compass

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take Highway 1 west . Drive south on Highway 40 for ~30 km to the Nakiska turn-off. Turn right and follow the signs to the Ribbon Creek trailhead. We'll meet at the parking lot which is the farthest in.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

200Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $60.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Tuesday, April 16, 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:

Dogs only permitted if discussed with coordinator prior to the event.
Some exploration may be involved.

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Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: