Description: The Foran Grade Ridge is an easy favorite half day walk for novices and hikers alike. The trail crosses into a very large meadow with views of Long Prairie Ridge rising above the trees. We will continue on to the forested eastern aspect of Foran Grade Ridge, which soon reaches an easy uphill windings in the trees. Once we have reached the crest there many points allowing stunning views of the Sheep River winding past Nash Meadow into the heart of the mountains.
• Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to changes in government
restrictions.
• Carpooling: Use at your own discretion and what you are comfortable with.
• No food / snack sharing.
• Bring your own wipes and hand sanitizer and a mask.
• Social distancing and any other rules set out by authorities must be followed. Please respect
others.
• Washrooms may not be available - please be prepared to pack out what you bring in, such as
Toilet paper, etc.
• Please make yourself aware of the risks in participating in this sort of event and decide
accordingly.
• Don`t forget the usual items; bear spray, proper clothing, water, food, equipment and first aid kit.
• Trip participants are asked to provide their cell contact information and emergency contact
information to the trip coordinator, prior to, due to the 'meet at trail head' requirement.
• Please do not sign up if you are experiencing any flu like, cold, or Covid19 symptoms.
Hiking Distance: 7.5 Kilometers Loop
Height Gain: 229 Meters / 750 Feet
High Point: 1685 Meters / 5,530 Feet
Travel Distance: 95 Kilometers One Way / 1 Hour and 15 Minutes
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Rendezvous Point: Heritage Park Gravel Parking Lot, just below the Big Brown H. Please arrive between 7:45 a.m. and 7:59 a.m., so a vehicle convey can be arranged, as we will be leaving at 8:00 a.m. sharp.
Event Coordinator: For inquiries, please contact the event coordinator Lori at (403) 283-7386 or by email ldavidson@telus.net. On the day of the event, call or text me at (403) 803-2953 if your plans have changed.
Please Note: A minimum of 4 members are required for the event to go ahead as scheduled.
Policy on Pets: As this trail is popular and busy, pets will not be allowed.
Guest Policy: The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member attending an event at this time due to the pandemic situation and potential liability issues. Once the government has lifted and has relaxed restrictions, guests are more than welcome to attend two events, as per the Calgary Ski Club Policy prior to Covid-19.
Please ensure that you have purchased your Kananaskis Conservation Pass ahead of time.