Prairie Mtn -slow pace, return via Prairie creek(if more than 2 hikers)

Breezing up Prairie Mtn is a good cardio exercise, close to Calgary.
The new route is fairly a gradual uphill, so we do not need to huff n puff.

Kanaskis country pass required. If you do not have one, please buy one, Parks Alberta monitors the the number plate actively.

Carpooling: upto individuals ; I am not from Calgary, hence will meet u at the Elbow falls parking lot.

I can take two passengers from Cochrane Save on Foods .

We shall take a short break and snacks in the tree line before heading off to the summit, to avoid the high winds. On the way back we take the Prairie Creek trail , since this is a nicer descent, winding your way down through the trees. There are some lovely spots for relaxing and lunch break, as we head down.

Plan B: If less than three pax, we take the same route back.

Your presence implies u have read the waiver. Please bring a piece of paper with the name n tel no of emergency contact. Please carry on you, emergency medication, and administrating instructions on a piece of paper; let the team know where it is located in your pack or on you.

If there is a second co-ordinator, we shall increase the group size.

Please read the following trip posting very carefully to ensure this hike is right for you. A waitlist has been created to determine this trip’s suitability for you as a potential participant. DOUBLE BOOKED INDIVIDUALS, PROFESSIONAL DROP-OUTS, NO SHOWS will remain on the Wait List.
If the organizer deems it necessary to obtain additional information from you, please provide it or you will remain on the waitlist. As a potential participant you must check this trip posting for additional directions, including up to last minute cancellation. Participation is not first come first served and is at the discretion of the organizer.

Distance: ~9 km ( approx)

Time: Approx. 5 - 6 hours plus driving time.

Physical Difficulty: T3 - Intermediate

Event Pace: Moderate. We will hike at a slow/moderate pace. Loosing a few calorie is the objective ! It is expected that everyone stays together in a group for safety. Please do not sign up for this hike if you are not interested in hiking with the group.

Trip Description:
https://www.10adventures.com/hikes/bragg-creek-sheep-river/prairie-mountain-hike/

Mandatory Gear: Unexpired Bear Spray, Hiking boots, gaiters, microspikes, backpack with strong waist bands, lunch, snacks, water, appropriate layers for the temperature variation in the mountains (including toque and gloves), personal first aid kit/medications, hiking poles(required, as they serve as splints).

Suggested gear: lightweight pad to sit on, sunglasses, sunscreen(weather dependent), bathroom kit.

Code of Conduct: By signing up for this hike, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct. https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/19453923/CODE_OF_CONDUCT/

Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your organizers 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, weather, trail and avalanche conditions for this trip. You must ensure you are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.