What we’re about
Our mountain ranges are some of the best in the world. We are quite lucky that way. It offers a whole lot of everything; hiking, mountain biking, road biking, downhill skiing, backcountry skiing, and tons more! I have been out hiking, backpacking, cross country skiing, and mountain biking. I love it all and am thirsty for more. I have always wanted to try something different ... kayaking around the Vancouver Island area, mountain biking in Squamish, cross-country skiing in Vernon, portaging in the beautiful Ontario parks, and much more. Unfortunately, my weekdays are jam-packed which makes it hard to play in new places. I know I am not alone when it comes to busy weekdays!
My goal through this meetup is to organize trips around a mix of activities and xplore our local grounds. More importantly, get a break from our busy lives, enjoy the outdoors, and have a ton of fun with fellow xplorers! I'll start with hiking & backpacking for now.
Check out some of our upcoming events and feel free to message me if you have any questions or suggestions!
Thank you for joining & I look forward to meeting you!
- Mohammad
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Goodbye Spring Hello Summer BBQ, Potluck, & Games!Goldbar Park Parking Lot, Edmonton , AB
Goodbye Spring, Hello Summer!
Come join the Xplore Wilderness group for a BBQ, potluck, and games (frisbee, bocce ball, etc.) to help celebrate the end of spring and the beginning of summer!
PLEASE NOTE: We are requesting that you:
- sign up on the waitlist;
- e-transfer $12 to: sandie.s.1234@gmail.com
(please include your name in the description and if different on meetup, include that as well); - once the e-transfer is received, Sandie will add you to the attendee list.
Date & Time: Saturday, June 21st at 4:30pm
Where: Gold Bar Park - Picnic Shelter #1
(in the photos below, there's a site map of where we'll be)
Cost: $12
Cost includes: 2 hot dogs, buns, condiments (ketchup, mustard, relish, mayo), pop / juice box, chips, plates, cutlery, napkins, picnic site cost, plus other supplies.
** If you want veggie dogs, please let us know in advance and we’ll pick some up otherwise the default will be meat.If any extra money is collected, this will be donated to help keep our FREE XW group going. Our founder, Mohammad, pays a monthly fee so let’s help him out!
Items to Bring:
- a potluck item - appetizer / salad / dessert;
- small BBQ with propane (optional);
- outdoor games/equipment (optional) - e.g. bocce ball, frisbee, etc.;
- cans & bottles (optional - see below).
**DISCLAIMERS:
- This event is first paid, first added to the attendee list - NOT in order of who is on the waitlist so please pay ASAP!
- **Please note that you MUST register (sign up on the Waitlist and pay electronically) for this event if you’re planning on attending as drop-ins are NOT allowed since we have a permit with a max capacity for safety reasons.
**Some items to note as per the Terms and Conditions: Picnic Site Reservations | City of Edmonton
- **Re: Dogs - **Absolutely NO dogs are allowed at this event – NO exceptions** - please check the CoE link above for more info.
- Re: BBQs - If you plan on bringing one, please check the CoE link above for more info.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us. :)
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SIDE NOTE from Sandie: This is absolutely optional but greatly appreciated, I would like to encourage you to bring your cans and bottles to help fundraise for Kids with Cancer Society. I will collect the cans and bottles, and all monies received at the bottle depot will be donated to KWCS to help their Programs they provide the kids with cancer and their families for free - check out this link for more info about what KWCS does. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me! Thanks in advance.
