Yates Mountain and Lookout - T3

A moderate forested hike with great views of Barrier Lake and Mount Baldy. We will also go up to the Lookout and return the way we came.
No beginners please as this hike will be at a moderate to advanced pace.
Be prepared for deep snow with waterproof hiking boots, gaiters, and microspikes.

• Distance: 12 km
• Elevation gain: 600 m
• Physical Difficulty: T3
• Number of hikers: 6-8
• no beginners please; moderate to advanced pace

Meet up time and location:
8:30am
Sirocco Park and Ride Lot (1818 Signature Park SW Calgary) - we will carpool from here. A Kananaskis Pass is required for drivers.

Please check Meetup on morning of hike for additional instructions and/or cancellation due to weather.

Gas fee:
Suggested gas fee contribution: $15. per person.

Required Gear:
Waterproof hiking boots
Microspikes
Gaitors
Bear spray
Lunch & snacks
Drinking water
Layered clothing for changing weather
Bag for muddy boots and gear if a passenger
Change of socks/footwear for ride home

Suggested gear:
Poles
Gloves
Touque
Light pad to sit on

Descriptive website links:
https://explorekananaskis.com/hikes/yates-mountain-via-prairie-view-trail/
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/yates-mountain-via-prairie-view-trail

Waitlist
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Waiver: You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip, and provide an emergency name and phone number. Waiver will be provided at trailhead.
Your participation in this event means you have read the waiver and by signing up for this event you have accepted the waiver. If you have stated "no" in your profile you will not be accepted to participate.
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Disclaimer:
You are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.
It is a requirement to read the following trip posting very carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations for it. Failure to do so, will result in participant not being allowed on this trip.