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Foran Grade Ridge Hike / Sheep River

Foran Grade Ridge June 2020

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.

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.
 

When:
Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM
Where:
Heritage Park Gravel Parking Lot, below the Big Brown H, Second Left, Look for the White Ford Expl.
Heritage Park Carpool Meeting Point
Calgary, AB  

Canada
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Lori Davidson
Trip Coordinator
Category:
I - Hiking
Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Cancellation Policy:
Paid Events
All payments are final. Please review the charge(s) and know what you are paying.
Refunds may be considered in extenuating circumstances, if there is no cost to the Club, or if the event is full and another member fills your spot. A $25.00 fee will apply. Inform your event host, and treasurer@calgaryskiclub.org as soon as possible.
Please arrange appropriate cancellation insurance.

Free Events
If you register and cannot attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible. Doing so ensures we are not waiting for you and allows others to register. Please email the event host if you missed the cancellation cut-off date and cannot cancel online.
Capacity:
15
Available Slots:
11
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