The Battleship - S5/Class 2

Also known as Mount Mann. Good enough weather on Sunday. And based on reports from Simon T., I am hopeful this will be a successful outing.

There is a river crossing involved. It is apparently mid-calf at most. So about 12-inches or so. You are welcome to bring your own equipments for river crossing. But note the water will be freezing.

**Microspikes, Bear spray and rock helmet are mandatory!**

As usual all my hikes are weather dependent. We will turn back if the weather becomes dangerous/unsafe.

Trail Description:

1. https://www.spectacularmountains.com/canada/kananaskis/mount-mann/
2. https://www.explor8ion.com/2018/05/02/mann-mount-the-battleship/

Stats:
Cumulative Elevation: ~500meters
Distance: ~9km
Time: 3-5.5hours + Driving + lunch
Pace: Moderate. The aim is to maintain at least a 2.5km/hr speed.
Difficulty: S5 or Class 2

BE READY for some hard work.

Proposed Route:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/uploaded-route-beeebe6?u=m&sh=vmrvmg

Weather:
https://www.windy.com/50.386/-114.598?50.378,-114.598,14,p:cities

Meeting/Carpooling Details:
Time: 8:14am
Location: Somerset Park and Ride (across the street from Tim's and Wendy's) - [288 Shawville Way SE, Calgary, AB T2S 0J2](288 Shawville Way SE, Calgary, AB T2Y)

Trailhead:
Time: 9:20am approximately!
Trailhead Direction:
Kananaskis Fire Lookout Trail -
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mR96d1ZtmRZhjEny5

Some Ground Rules:

1. Must remain with the group and be willing to turn back with the group
2. Must participate is route finding when necessary. MUST raise concerns if any
3. Absolutely no complaining. Prepare to work hard
4. We are out for the day. Don't rush the group because you have a birthday party to attend to in the evening or some other crap
5. No guests and kids
6. Be BEAR SMART
7. Leave no trace

Required gear:
- Microspikes (similar to Hillsound or Kahtoola trail crampons)
- Rock Helmet
- Bear Spray
- headlamps
- Enough warm layers
- hiking boots, water (at least 2L), lunch / snacks, technical clothing (no cotton or jeans), hat/gloves for cold weather and wind
- first aid kit
- electronic or paper maps
- NO bear bells
Suggested gear:
- rain coat/windbreakers, scrambling gloves
- bug spray, tick tweezers
- gaiters
- light pad to sit on, hiking poles
- sunscreen, sunglasses, toilet kit
- SOS sending device (Garmin, SPOT etc.)

Waitlist and RSVP rules:
It is NOT an inclusive event due to it's nature and safety. If I don't know you, then you must answer the questions. Preference will be given to those who I know is a good fit for the event as well as the group. I reserve the right deny anyone access to this event if necessary. I will make additional inquiries if I am not sure about your fitness or experience.

WAIVER:
You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip. You will need to provide an emergency name and phone number to be recorded on the waiver. The organizer will have a group waiver for you to sign at the meetup location and/or the trailhead.
DISCLAIMER:
You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume ALL responsibility for your own safety and well-being. ALL participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions (if applicable) for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.
(Photo Credit: Vern D.)
(This event post is inspired by many organizers I have hiked with in this club - Mark & Terri, Lisa W, Atash, Wesley Cook, Mark S, Mark K, Michael K)