3Ps plus Link Hill Relaxed Pace hike - 17km - 850m elevation gain

To get ready for the summer season of hiking and backpacking, I'm doing a relaxed pace endurance hike to the 3Ps including Link Hill. We start on Powderface Trail, then take Prairie Link, and then head back along Prairie Creek Trail. It is a nice spring hike and usually has lots of wildflowers. To add some extra distance, elevation, and off-trail fun, in the middle of the Prairie Link Trail we'll go up to Link Hill and have lunch at the top. Link Hill is a several km, steep, off trail addition. The entire trip should be about 17km.

We may add Vents Ridge, if there is interest.

We'll hike at a relaxed pace for most of the trail, but slow up the steep section to Link Hill. It is essential that we stay together as a group, no running ahead or lagging behind, because it's easy to get lost.

No dogs, no children, no guests.

Due to the distance, elevation, and route finding, I will take a maximum of 8 participants.

We will be out for the day, please pack for all weather conditions. Bring a hearty lunch, several quick snacks, and extra water.

Distance and Elevation:

Powderface:

2.8km

Prairie Link:

3.2km

Link Hill:

4.1km

Prairie Creek:

5.7km

Back to trailhead:

0.5km

TOTAL:

Approximately 17km, 850m elevation gain

Views of Moose Mountain, Powderface Ridge, Compression Ridge, and Prairie Mountain.

Please note that if you cancel after 6:00 p.m. on the day before without good reason, you WILL be marked as a "no show". If you are sick, please do not attend, but let me know asap so we are not waiting for you.

Please read the Slow and Steady Code of Conduct and Waiver before arriving. You must sign the waiver at the trailhead to participate.

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 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.c