🌸 International Women’s Day Celebration Snowshoeing Hike 💜
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🌸 International Women’s Day Celebration Hike 💜
Join us for our annual tradition! To celebrate the strength and solidarity of women everywhere, please wear something pink or purple—whether it’s a jacket, a hat, or a simple bandana on your pack.
This is an exploratory snowshoeing hike Elbow falls. A portion of this journey (3–5 km) will be on terrain requiring microspikes, so you must have a reliable way to strap your snowshoes to your backpack.
🤝 The Group Ethos
We move as a team, navigate as a team, and finish as a team. This event is about embracing the challenge of the terrain and the company of the group at a relaxed, steady rhythm. If you are a "trail runner" or prefer a fast, aggressive pace, this event is not for you.
🏔️ The Challenge - Be prepared for a true adventure. Parts of this route will be Off-Trail, involving "bushwhacking" through brush and deep, untouched snow. Expect the unexpected!
📝 Attendance Policy
Priority will be given to group regulars and those with a consistent record of reliable attendance and teamwork.
🕒 Logistics & Meeting Point
Meetup Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Somerset LRT Station, East Parking Lot (Opposite Tim Hortons).
Carpooling: Suggested contribution of $15/person to your driver.
Time Commitment: Approximately 8 hours. Please do not book evening plans; off-trail navigation is unpredictable, and we will not rush to meet a deadline.
📊 Hike Stats
Difficulty: Challenging / Technical Off-Trail
Distance: ~12 km
Elevation Gain: ~500m
Pace: Slow / Steady / Group-focused
❄️ Mandatory Gear & Safety
Winter conditions are in full effect. Proper gear is non-negotiable for your safety and the safety of the group.
Traction: Snowshoes, Poles and Microspikes are mandatory.
Visibility: Headlamp is mandatory.
Protection: Gaiters are highly recommended to keep snow and debris out of your boots during bushwhacking.
Clothing: Technical layers or wool only. Strictly no cotton or jeans.
Supplies: Personal first aid kit, plenty of water, and a hearty lunch/snacks.
⚠️ Disclaimer
Your hosts are volunteers, not trained guides. All participants are responsible for assessing their own physical fitness, the weather, road conditions, and avalanche risks. By joining, you acknowledge that you are fully prepared with the proper gear and are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being throughout the duration of the trip.