Sulphur Mountain - T3 - *MICROSPIKES MANDATORY *

Let’s go and enjoy the last day of free parking at Sulphur Mountain trailhead. I’m sure you’ve heard that starting May 15th, there will be a $17.50 parking fee.

We will hike to the top and I will wait for those who are still behind. If you are interested, we will climb a bit farther to the Cosmic Ray Station for a glimpse of some local history. You will be amazed by the awe-inspiring 360-degree views of six mountain ranges - the Bow Valley, and the town of Banff. ** We will then meet again at the entrance before returning to the parking lot/hot springs.**

It is a requirement to read the following trip posting very carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations for it. Failure to do so, will result in participant not being allowed on this trip or removal from trip at the organizers discretion.

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Length: 5.5 km to top of gondola, plus 0.5 km to Sanson Peak
🥾Distance: 10 Kms
📈Elevation gain: 655 m
Hiking time: 4 hour round trip
Trailhead: Banff Upper Hot Springs parking area

We are out for the day. If you have evening plans, please do not sign up for this hike, as we cannot guarantee a return time.

REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
. microspikes ** MANDATORY**
. bear spray
· backpack
· hiking boots
. sunhat
. headlamp
· personal first aid kit
· snacks
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
. warm layers
. gloves/mittens
· personal first aid kit
· plastic bag for your wet/muddy stuff
. good attitude
. sense of humour ** Mandatory :-)

SUGGESTED GEAR:
· gaiters
· poles
· balaclava
· change of clothes
. sense of adventure

CARPOOLING: Carpooling will not be arranged for this hike. However, if you wish to carpool, it is at your own discretion, and please follow the recommended Covid guidelines . Rides can be arranged in the comments section or via private personal messages. Suggested gas fee contribution is $25.00 per person. Please be considerate of your driver’s car and bring a change of shoes and a plastic bag for dirty footwear.

CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip, and provide an emergency name and phone number. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver:https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/
and
CODE OF CONDUCT: http://bit.ly/SnS_Conduct

If you are confirmed on this hike, you must complete the following online waiver in order to attend https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PQ8G7WF

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.