Terwillegar and Blackmud Creek - Sat, Jan 17 2015

Terwillegar and Blackmud Creek (1/17/2015)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Snow Shoe

Event Location:

Terwillegar Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jan 17 2015 10:45 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jan 16 2015 9:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

3-4 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Lynn F
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

10 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Two times the fun and views for this event. 10:45 am - 12:15pm Start at Terwillegar Park and explore back side of the park which includes some hills, ravines, river valley views and deeper snow. 12:15 - 12:45 LUNCH or LIGHT SNACK BREAK(If it is warm enough we will eat outdoors, if too cold, we can stop at the Tim's on 23rd for a lunch break and warm beverage as needed) 1:00- 2:30 pm Blackmud Creek and Migratory Sanctuary. THere is a lovely creek bed to walk along as well as some trails in the area. This event expects folks to participate in the full day. 1/2 day registrations is not being excepted. To find me, I'll be driving a Blue Kia Sportage and I will be parked at the front of the parking lot near the bright red portapotty, so it should be easy to spot me.

Required Items to Bring:
Water Weather-appropriate clothing (toques, gloves, etc., and dress in synthetic layers) Snowshoes and boots are required Hiking poles are recommended, but not required and as this is an easy/mocerate trail folks should be fine.
Participants must provide their own equipment. Equiptment is available for rental at Totem Outfitters or MEC

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
WATER Lunch or Light Snacks Camera
Sunglasses Gators - these may be helpful to keep your feet and boots dry. They are available at Totem, Atmospher, MEC or other outdoor stores for about $40.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

The park is located at the very west end of Rabbit Hill road, off Terwillegar Drive.

For those who are coming from Whitemud Drive, take the Terwillegar exit, and turn right at Rabbit Hill Road. The road will go down the hill into the Terwillegar Park parking lot, which is where we will meet. We can convoy to the second location. In case you get lost...from Terwilligar Park follow Rabbit Hill Road all the way to 23 Ave and turn left. Follow 23rd down the hill and on the right side there is a parking lot. We will meet again there.

Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
- Please scroll through and read the entire online waiver when you sign up.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!
*Note: Please ensure you remove your name from the list if you are unable to attend so others may sign up if there is a waiting list.