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Boom Lake Hike / Highway 93 - Postponed!!!

About this event



Description:  The Boom Lake Trail is an easy 5 kilometer walk to a beautifully formed lake contained by a massive 600 meter limestone wall and glacier-melted peaks.  Great place to enjoy lunch and take in the spectacular views.

 

•  Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to changes in inclement weather of fires.

•  Carpooling - use at your discretion and what you are comfortable with.

•  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:  10.2 Kilometers / 3 to 4 Hours

Elevation Gain:  175 Meters / 575 Feet

Maximum Elevation Gain:  1895 Meters / 6210 Feet

Travel Distance:  138 Kilometers One Way / 1 Hour and 45 Minutes

Difficulty Level:  Easy to Moderate

 

Rendezvous Point:  North Edworthy Park, northeast corner / middle, and look for the White Ford Explorer.  Please arrive 15 minutes before so carpooling arrangements can be made, 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.


Pet Policy:  Pets will not be allowed.

Guest Policy:
  The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member, from outside the club, attending an event at this time. 

Please Note
:  A minimum of 4 members are required for the event to go ahead as scheduled.

Please make arrangements to purchase a Parks Canada Pass in advance.


Date and Time

Wednesday, September 6, 2023, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM

Location

Edworthy Park, North Parking Lot, Northeast Corner. Look for the White Ford Explorer.
Carpool Meeting Location / North Edworthy Park
Shaganappi and Montgomery View N.W.
Calgary, AB  
CAN

Event Contact(s)

Lori Davidson
Trip Coordinator

Category

C - Hiking day trip carpool trip

Registration Info

Registration is closed
Cancellation Policy:
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It is your responsibility to obtain appropriate cancellation and medical insurance.

Refunds will be paid in CSC points only.

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a) Before the cancellation cutoff date, please log in to the website and use the "Cancel Registration" button on the event. If it is a paid event, you will be refunded in CSC points.

b) After the cancellation cutoff date, please notify the Event Host. A refund may be provided using CSC points but only if the event is full and someone fills your spot.

For Cancellation Policy details, procedures, and rationale please go to the website tab - The fine print /Policy Overview/Event Policy

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Cancellation, for a scheduled event that does not involve payment, should be made as above. If you need to cancel at the last-minute, contact the host via text or email. If you are running late, please notify the host as soon as safely possible. Please do not be a no-show. This means people may be waiting unnecessarily for you and may mean other members may not be able to attend when there are limited spots. No-shows may be banned from future events.