Paget Peak + North Ridge OT3

Paget Peak is a spectacular trail in Yoho. However, I would like to add the north ridge to this objective because it offers better view and I am in no hurry to return to the city by 3pm or some crap like that.

Due to recent snowfall I will be bringing my microspikes. However, my friend went there this past Sunday and said they didn't need spikes at all.

We will be hiking on well-marked trail till the fire lookout and another short ascent will take us to the Paget Peak. There will be another 200+ meters climb to the north ridge summit. I highly suggest you check out the zenfolio website mentioned below.

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

**Bear spray are mandatory!**

Trail Description:

1. https://autumnsky.zenfolio.com/rockies/yoho/paget-peak-north-ridge
2. https://bobspirko.ca/Field/PagetPeak/PagetNorthRidge.html

Stats:
Cumulative Elevation: ~1400meters
Distance: ~15km
Time: 6-9 hours + Driving + lunch
Pace: Moderate. The aim is to maintain at least a 2.5km/hr speed.
Difficulty: OT3 or Class 2

BE READY for some hard work.

Proposed Route:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-e586a4f-17?u=m&sh=vmrvmg

Weather:
https://www.windy.com/51.459/-116.365?51.067,-116.367,8

https://www.meteoblue.com/en/weather/week/paget-peak_canada_6096151?day=6

Meeting/Carpooling Details:
Time: 6:33am
Location: Petro-Canada Highway 1 and 22 (Bottom of the gravel road close to the A&W)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2RXHm9P4HdfiwqSCA

Trailhead:
Time: 8:24am approximately!
Trailhead Direction:
Sherbrooke Lake Trailhead -https://maps.app.goo.gl/UQyqPoGxBEKbjYhx9

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:
- 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:
- Microspikes (similar to Hillsound or Kahtoola trail crampons)
- 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: Zenfolio)
(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)