Baldy Pass - (T3) - Strong Beginners welcome
Details
While we are waiting for larch trees to turn golden, let’s do this trail in K Country which is beautiful regardless of larch madness! Baldy Pass is a well-marked trail, through trees to start with, then over gravel flats to the final steeper section through trees to the pass.
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. Please answer any RSVP questions and 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.
This trip will be weather dependent. Please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled.
Event Pace: The pace for this hike will be at a reasonable and steady pace, no racers. We will hike together as a group, taking short breaks as required to delayer, take pictures, and catch our breath!
Trip description:
Distance: 10 kms
Elevation Gain: ~ 552 m
Time: Approx. 4 - 5 hours plus driving time.
Physical Difficulty: T3 -
https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/5267322/Trail_Rating_System/
Hike duration is an estimate and cannot be guaranteed.
DESCRIPTIVE LINKS:
AllTrails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/baldy-pass--4
Weather:
https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-Baldy-Alberta/forecasts/2192
REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
. bear spray **Mandatory
· backpack
· hiking boots
. toque
. headlamp
· personal first aid kit
· snacks
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
· personal first aid kit
· plastic bag for your wet/muddy stuff
. good attitude
. sense of humour ** Mandatory :-)
https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/the-10-essentials-hiking-camping
SUGGESTED GEAR:
· gaiters
· poles
. camera/phone
· 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 discretion. Please be considerate of your driver’s vehicle and bring a change of shoes and a bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $20. Carpool etiquette: http://bit.ly/Carpool_Etiquette
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://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit
CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must complete the electronic waiver before you are allowed to go on this hike. It will be provided a few days before the day of the hike. In the meantime, please read and agree to Slow and Steady's full Waiver: —————-
If you are confirmed on this hike, you must complete the following online waiver in order to attend https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RVL3PYJ
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.