Lightning and The Bolt - S5

Seems to be rain forecast in Kananaskis, Banff and Icefields. So I am turning towards the Livingstone range. This trail is highly rated by Cornelius Rott as well as Bob Spirko.

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

**Rock Helmet and Bear spray are mandatory!**

Trail Description:

1. https://www.explor8ion.com/2018/05/27/lightning-peak/
2. https://www.spectacularmountains.com/canada/livingstone-range/lightning-peak/

Stats:
Cumulative Elevation: ~1400meters
Distance: ~24km
Time: 8-11 hours + Driving + lunch
Pace: Moderate. The aim is to maintain at least a 2.5km/hr speed.
Difficulty: S5 or Class 2 and some lower moderate scramble to Bolt peak

BE READY for some hard work.

Proposed Route:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-f3067d6-22?u=m&sh=vmrvmg

Weather:
https://www.windy.com/49.777/-114.364?49.770,-114.364,14

https://www.meteoblue.com/en/weather/week/49.777N-114.364E2447_America%2FEdmonton?day=5

Meeting/Carpooling Details:
Time: 5:49am
Location: Somerset/Bridlewood Park & Ride East (across from Tim/Wendy's) - 288 Shawville Way SE, Calgary, AB T2S 0J2

Trailhead:
Time: 8:00am approximately!
Trailhead Direction:
Trailhead - https://maps.app.goo.gl/9KCCz8BWQoSjj9hq8

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
- Rock Helmet
- 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: Vern Dewitt)
(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)