Dog Mountain, Suicide Bluffs and SAR Cabin snowshoe

About the hike:
This hike will be canceled in case of bad weather.

Dog mountain trail forks off on left (east) side of main Seymour trail few minutes past the parking. Follow this well trodden path towards picturesque First Lake, then continue to Dog Mountain - less that 1hr from trailhead. "Mountain" name is misleading - it is just a few rock bluffs that offer limited views (see gallery). Just before trail exits to Dog bluffs, note narrow trail continuing north. Immediately you leave crowds and trip becomes true North Shore wilderness experience. Trail has solid footbed and climbs steadily for next 30-40 minutes before reaching final steep climb to Suicide Bluffs. Fixed rope assists in most awkward part. Fabulous views unfold; this is also perfect place to watch the Sunset. Turn right and traverse the bluffs looking to pick up the trail heading east. There are some ups and downs and trail eventually intercepts main Seymour artery some 10-15 minutes before Brockton Point. Turn right and hike back to the parking lot.

Route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/dog-mtn-suicide-bluff-loop-mt-seymour-bc

*Before pressing attend please be certain you'll attend. In the case of 3 "No-Shows" or 3 "Not Going", attendees may be removed from the group.

Difficulty, Distance, and Elevation:
Easy, ~15 km trail (back and forth), around 500 meters of elevation gain
Meeting At:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/1vmQjoGfiJSSt3AWA
Parking:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hhYNB67f1bWzkF5DA
Carpooling:
Illal Meadows Carpooling Organizer.xlsx

Recommended Hiking Clothing, Footwear and Gear:

1. Hiking boots or hiking shoes
2. Lightweight daypack + 2-3 bottles of water + Lunch + Snacks (recommended)
3. Hiking poles (optional)
4. Headlamp with fully charged battery
5. Sunhat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bug spray (all optional)
6. Sweater or a hoodie (optional: if cold)
7. Rain jacket (optional: if the sky is overcast or raining)
8. Personal first aid items and any required medication

Photos can be uploaded to the event by members afterwards and can be found below after the hike. (Just like all prior event's photos)

LEGAL INFORMATION, LIABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are a group of volunteers. We are NOT a professional organization or pro trail guides and/or pro event organizers. We will however, look out for each other. The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during and at anytime after this event. Risks of attending hiking events include, but are not limited to: getting lost; slipping and falling; snow and ice; extreme cold; extreme heat; dangerous animals; falling trees or brush; falling rocks or landslides; fire; flooding; bridge failure; unstable ground; and falling in fast moving water.

As a condition of your participation in the event, you assume all risk of personal injury, death or property loss resulting from any cause whatsoever including NEGLIGENCE, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR BREACH OF ANY DUTY OF CARE ON THE PART OF THE HOST. You agree that the host shall not be liable for any personal injury, death or property loss and release the host from all liability and waive all claims with respect thereto.

Negligence includes failure on the part of the host to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect you from or warn you of the risks, dangers and hazards referred to above. You assume all cost of your own rescue or evacuation.

By RSVP'ing "Yes", for this event, you acknowledge that you fully understand and accept the aforementioned conditions and following event attendance conditions and, you are solely responsible for your own health, safety and well-being before, during and at anytime after the event as stated previously.

All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.