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Horseshoe Canyon Fall Hike / Drumheller


Horseshoe Canyon - 2022 September 24


Description:  

We normally explore this trail in the early spring, but this fall we are going to take in the sounds and sights of the birds that frequent this area and the awesome fall colors that it has to offer. 


•  Events are subject to cancellation or change on short notice due to changes in government   

   restrictions.

•  Carpooling – use 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:                 6.74 Kilometers / 3 to 4 Hours

Elevation Gain:                    47 Meters / 154 Feet

Maximum Elevation Gain:  208 Meters / 682 Feet

Travel Distance:                  128 Kilometers One Way / 1 Hour and 30 Minutes

Difficulty Level:                   Moderate

Not much elevation gain, but there are two 1.5 meter embankments that will have to be descended hand-over-hand.  Please wear long pants for the low brush and check yourself for ticks afterwards.  Much of the trail is open. 

 

Rendezvous Point:  North Edworthy Park, northeast corner.  Please arrive 15 minutes before so a carpooling arrangements can be made as we will be leaving at 9:00 a.m. sharp. 
 

Event Coordinator:  For inquiries, please contact the event coordinator Lori at (403) 283-7386 or by email at ldavidson@telus.net.  On the day of the event, call or text me at (403) 803-2893 if your plans have changed.

 

Policy on Pets:  As this is a popular and busy trail, 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.

When:
Saturday, September 24, 2022, 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Where:
Edworthy Park, Northeast Corner. Look for the White Ford Explorer.
Map to Edworthy
Shaganappi & Montgomery View NW
Calgary, AB  

Canada
Additional Info:
Event Host(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:
12
Available Slots:
7
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