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Upper Kananaskis Lake Hike

About this event

Upper Kananaskis Lake
Description:
  

 

This 16 kilometer round trip hike around the Upper Kananaskis Lake is a moderately challenging trail – mostly due to the distance. The hike offers great views of the lake and is a great start for the hiking season will moderate elevation. The total elevation gain is 466 meters.

 

•  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:                  16 Kilometers Return / 5 Hours

Elevation Gain:                    466 Meters

Travel Distance:                  130 Kilometers One Way / 1 Hour and 30 Minutes

Difficulty Level:                   Moderate

 

Rendezvous Point:  Shouldice Park and Ride Lot at the bottom of Home Road.  Please arrive 15 minutes before 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 Poul at (403) 880-8168 or by email poul@telus.net.  On the day of the event, call or text me at (403) 880-8168 if your plans have changed.

Guest Policy:  The Club is currently discouraging guests of a member, from outside the club, 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. 


Please Note:  No Pets Will be Allowed.  

Date and Time

Sunday, May 29, 2022, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM

Location

Shouldice Park and Ride, South End of Home Road N.W., Parking Lot on Right Hand Side
Shouldice Park and Ride
Home Road and Montgomery Blvd N.W.
Calgary, AB  
CAN

Event Host(s)

Poul Overgaard
Trip Coordinator

Category

C - Hiking day trip carpool trip

Registration Info

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