A Walk in the Woods: Nature Explorer, Foraging, Forest Bathing - Glasgow and Elbow - Thu, Oct 17 2019
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A Walk in the Woods: Nature Explorer, Foraging, Forest Bathing - Glasgow and Elbow (10/17/2019)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.You will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the COC.You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).
The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Hike | ||||||
Event Location: | Near Little Elbow | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Thu, Oct 17 2019 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 10:00 AM *log in for location*) | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Wed, Oct 16 2019 2:00:00 PM | ||||||
Event Duration: | Hard to tell, expect all day, but thinking 5 hours on trail + driving | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D3: Moderate | ||||||
Event Coordinator(s): |
Barbara B.
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information. | ||||||
Member Cost: | $3.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below) | ||||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 21 And Older Only | ||||||
Maximum Group Size: | 6 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests: | 0 | ||||||
Minimum Group Size: | 4 | ||||||
Maximum No. Guests Per Member: | 0 | ||||||
Number Registered So Far: | 6 (Log in to see who's signed up.) | ||||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | No | ||||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
Important - READ: Please read the entire event description before signing up as this is not a typical hike. We will meet at the Cinnamon Spoon in Bragg Creek at 10:00am (sharp) to review maps and resources. You would have time to get a coffee/snack there if you wish. A Walk in the Woods: Nature Explorer, Foraging, Exploring This will not be a typical hike where we aim straight for our destination. Instead, this outing is aimed at slowing down in nature and ‘smelling the roses’, with an emphasis on the following: Plant Identification: I’d like to take the time to learn about plants, trees, and other things in the forest. We’ll find spots to stop and learn together (I’m just learning at the same time, so am not an instructor). You are strongly encouraged to bring things like plant identification guides and the like. Perhaps we can all learn five new plants together. Foraging: Did you know that you can make tea from spruce tips? Or from rosehips? Maybe gather some materials for a fall arrangement or wreath? In Public Land Use Zones one is permitted to forage or take a small amount of plant clippings for personal use. The goal is to find a few items to take home, so bring clippers and a bag. (I have been in touch with a Government of Alberta Lands Officer, who has confirmed that this is allowed in Public Land Use Zones, which also exist within the Kananaskis Country Improvement District. The map will be e- mailed to participants beforehand). Forest Bathing: Many of us find nature and quiet areas re-energizing. Have you ever paid attention to how much trees sway? The sounds of the forest when not speaking? The textures around you? We'll take moments to be quiet, sit, and observe. Bring something to sit on, like a Thermarest or foam pad, as the ground will most likely be wet in places. The Hike
Distance: Approximately 11-12km
We will be hiking a counter-clockwise loop, first following the
beginning of the Mount Glasgow Route, then
smaller paths with possible meadows and off-trail forest floor,
and
will then meet an old fire road for the
last
3km.
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | Will be provided at carpool. | ||||||
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | 60Km | ||||||
Carpool Departure Time: | 10:00 AM | ||||||
Carpool Location: | Log in for location | ||||||
Carpool Directions: |
Log in for directions
** Calgary Transit Info | ||||||
Carpool Cost: | Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $18.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Thursday, March 28, 2024). This is based on $0.16/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle. | ||||||
Notes: | |||||||
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning. - Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Wendy W and Lynda H., at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com. | |||||||
Cost & Payment: | |||||||
Member Cost: | $3.00/Person | ||||||
Non-Member Cost: | $3.00/Person | ||||||
Cost Includes: | $3 is the COC event fee for Regular Members. Alternatively you may wish to get a $25 Premier membership, which is valid for 12 months from date of purchase; you can get this from your coordinator at carpool. Please bring exact change. | ||||||
Make a Payment: | Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the COC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment. | ||||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: *Note: No-shows will be given for cancellations after event cut-off time. |