Name: 🏔️ Code to Cloud / CNCF – Chester Lake Community Hike
Start: 2025-08-16T09:30:00-06:00
End: 2025-08-16T12:30:00-06:00
Location: Chester Lake

Join the **Code to Cloud** community for a scenic summer hike to **Chester Lake** in beautiful Kananaskis! This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow tech professionals, cloud enthusiasts, and CNCF community members — all while enjoying Alberta’s mountain landscapes.

**Hike Details:**

* **Distance:** \~9 km round trip
* **Difficulty:** Easy–Moderate (suitable for most fitness levels)
* **Time:** 3–4 hours
* **Highlights:** Stunning alpine lake, mountain views, and plenty of photo spots.

**What to Bring:**

* Comfortable hiking shoes or boots
* Water & snacks/lunch
* Sunscreen, hat, and layers (mountain weather can change quickly)
* Bear spray (if you have one)
* A positive attitude and readiness to network in the wild!

**Meeting Point:** Chester Lake parking lot/trailhead — look for the Code to Cloud banner or a friendly group of people with coffee in hand.

* **Location:** Along the **Smith-Dorrien/Spray Trail (Highway 742)**, about 44 km south of Canmore or 20 km north of the Kananaskis Lakes area.
* **Coordinates:** \~50.8339° N, 115.3325° W
* **Facilities:** Large gravel parking lot, washrooms (pit toilets), trailhead signage.

**Driving Tip:**
If you’re coming from Calgary, the fastest route is usually via **Highway 40 → Kananaskis Trail → Smith-Dorrien/Spray Trail**. The Smith-Dorrien is a gravel road — plan extra time and watch for wildlife.

Let’s mix cloud talk with fresh air — **see you on the trail!**

Kevin Evans

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