With the formation last year of a provincial organization to represent the interest of hikers and hiking clubs, here’s a chance for hikers across the province to meet on the trail if they happen, or plan, to be in the Bow Valley to enjoy its great trails system.

TO HIKING CLUBS FROM ELSEWHERE IN THE PROVINCE

A special welcome is extended to hiking clubs and groups that plan to have members join in this annual event in celebration of the hiking experience. Interest and registrations are coming from the Edmonton and Red Deer regions and it would be rewarding to the organizers to see a carload or two from other communities in the province. The program of hikes listed below will be coordinated by the Trailminders of the Bow Valley with group limit of 20 on each, but visiting clubs are welcome to plan their own trips, details being provided to set them on the route of their choice.

On the Sunday, June 21, there will be an opportunity for club members to meet over a bowl of meat or veggie chili from 4 – 6pm to end the day. For those interested in planning for the whole weekend, in addition to B & Bs and motels, there are trailer park, campsite and hostel facilities nearby. Please email for further information.

Group hikes are free and open to all fit and responsible hikers (limit 20 on each hike). Dependent upon trail access and conditions, the following hikes are proposed:

Sat. 20th Lady Macdonald Trail to helipad, elev gain 850m, 5 – 7 hours

* Lower Grotto loop, elev gain 300m

Sun. 21st Miners Peak (twin to Ha Ling Peak), elev gain 650m, 5 – 6 hours

* Lower Benchlands loop, elev gain 100m

* Half-day hikes (4 – 5 hours)

All hikes start promptly at 9.30am

For registering, please email: trailminders@yahoo.ca or call 403-678-5551

Strong and comfortable boots are essential.
Bring raingear, sun hat, sun block, enough water, snack or lunch.

Trailminders of the Bow Valley
Box 8063 Canmore Alberta T1W 2T8 Email: trailminders@yahoo.ca