Watridge Lake and Karst Spring Relaxed Pace Microspike with Afternoon Tea

I love to microspike out to Watridge Lake and Karst Springs. The springs are very beautiful. You can usually see the water running through the green moss, even when the area is covered in snow.

It is a nice flat hike out to Watridge Lake where we will stop for a snack and then go uphill to the beautiful Karst Springs.

Distance: 9.2km
Elevation: 308m

Microspikes, good hiking boots, and winter layers are mandatory.

It's my tradition to go to Mount Engadine Lodge after this hike for Afternoon Tea (a beautiful charcuterie board with coffee/tea and dessert). The tea costs $37 plus tax tip, and additional drinks. Be prepared to be out for a relaxing day. Please don't sign up if you have afternoon or early evening plans.

I prefer hiking with 8-12 participants. This hike will go ahead with a minimum of four people.

Preference goes to those who gave hiked with me before and those who will stay for afternoon tea. I will take two "new to me" people.

I will likely bring my friendly German Shepherd, Jasmine, on a leash. Other dogs with prior approval only. No guests, no children, no running ahead of the group. Please come with a positive attitude.

Once you have been moved to the going list, you can arrange carpooling in the comments. Recommended gas fee is $20. Drivers should have a Kananaskis pass, be comfortable driving on gravel, and have winter tires. I'm coming from Cochrane, so I can take three people from Cochrane or the Petro Can at Hwy 1 and 22.

WAIVER:
As per the new policy for waivers, I will bring the group waiver form with me to the Meet-up location and the trailhead. You must sign it before you will be allowed to go on this event. You will also be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information.
You are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this event with the group
Your participation in this event means you have read the waiver and by signing up for this event you have accepted the waiver. If you have stated "no" in your profile you will not be accepted to participate. You are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility 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

https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/

Please answer the questions to be considered for this hike. Priority goes to those who can join us for afternoon tea.