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1 Hike Distance km Hike Elevn m HIKE RATING HIKE NAME Hike Area (Location)Hike Area (Location)Hike Area (Location)Hike Area (Location)Hike Area (Location)Hike Area (Location)Hike Area (Location) 12 km 65 m Easy Spray River Loop Banff 4.2 km 200 m Easy Stoney Squaw Banff 10 km 190 m Easy Sundance Canyon Banff

2 10 km 50 m Easy Sunshine Meadows Banff 7 km N/A Easy Marble Canyon and Paint Pots Banff Naional Park

3 9.3 km 330 m Easy Ranger Ridge Bragg Creek Ranger Ridge Ranger Ridge Ranger Ridge Ranger Ridge Ranger Ridge Ranger Ridge N/A N/A Easy City Pathway and River Calgary Cleanup 7 km none Easy Griffith Woods Park DiscoCalgary - City Park 12 km 150 m Easy Bowmont Park Calgary - City Park 5-8 km NA Easy BowMont Park-Shorter verscalgary - City Park 10 km Easy Carburn Park - Calgary - City Park Beaverdam Flats 8 km City Hike 95 m - Undulating Easy Douglas Fir Trail Calgary - City Park 15 km N/A Easy Eau Claire - Inglewood Calgary - Urban Hike Bird Sanctuary 8 km Easy Edworthy Park Calgary - City Park 5-8 km NA Easy Edworthy Park Flat Land Calgary - City Park 14 km N/A Easy Edworthy Park to Eau Calgary - City Park Claire - Return 8 km Easy Edworthy Park - West Calgary - City Park 12 km N/A Easy Fish Creek Park - Calgary - City Park Bankside and Rotary Park 12 km Easy Fish Creek Park - Bebo Calgary - City Park Grove

4 10 km N/A Easy Fish Creek Park East Calgary - City Park Fish Creek Park East Fish Creek Park East Fish Creek Park East Fish Creek Park East Fish Creek Park East 10 km 100 m Easy Fish Creek Park - Trans Calgary - City Park Canada Trail 10 km N/A Easy Fish Creek Park - East Calgary - City Park Fish Creek Park - East Fish Creek Park - East Fish Creek Park - East Fish Creek Park - East Fish Creek Park - East 12 km N/A Easy Fish Creek Park - Calgary - City Park Bankside Rotary Park 10 km Easy Fish Creek Park - East Calgary - City Park 16 km Easy Glenmore Reservoir Calgary - Urban Hike 9 km Easy Glenmore Reservoir South Calgary - Urban Hike 10 km N/A Easy Griffith Woods and Calgary - City Park Wetlands 5 km N/A Easy Mckenzie Towne - Trad Calgary - Urban Hike Trundle 6 km Easy North Glenmore Loop Calgary - City Park

5 10 km 65 m Easy Nose Hill Park Calgary - City Park 10 km Easy Sandy Beach - Fort Calgary - City Park Calgary 7 km N/A Easy Sandy Beach - Mount Calgary - City Park Royal 7.5 km 50 m Easy Sandy Beach - Rockview Calgary - City Park General Hospital 12 km Easy Bow Valley Ranche - Calgary - City Park Mallard Point 8 km Easy Bow Valley Ranche - Calgary - City Park Osprey Refuge 10 km Easy Bowmont Park - Home Calgary - City Park Road 10 km 65 km Easy Bowmont Park - Silver Calgary - City Park Springs Ridge 10 km some Easy Bowness - Baker Park Calgary - City Park Hike 10 km N/A Easy Bowness Park Calgary - City Park 8 km N/A Easy Bowness Park - Baker Calgary - City Park Park Loop 10 km 110 m Easy Bowness Park - Valley Calgary - City Hike Ridge 10 km Easy Carburn Park - Sue Calgary - City Hike Higgins Bridge 8 km N/A Easy Confederation Park Calgary - City Park 15 km N/A Easy Edworthy Park - Louise Calgary - City Park Bridge Circuit 9 km 65 m Easy Elbow River Pathway Calgary - City Pathway

6 8 km N/A Easy Fish Creek Park West - Calgary - City Park Votier s Flats to Bebo Grove Fish Creek Park West - Votier s Flats to Bebo Grove Fish Creek Park West - Votier s Flats to Bebo Grove Fish Creek Park West - Votier s Flats to Bebo Grove Fish Creek Park West - Votier s Flats to Bebo Grove 12 km Easy Fish Creek Park - Bebo Calgary - City Park Grove 10 km 0 Easy Prince-s Island Calgary - City Park 8 km 0 Easy Stanley Park - Glenmore Calgary - City Park Dam 7.5 km n/a Easy Stanley Park - Reader Calgary - City Park Rock Garden 7.5 km 50 m Easy Stanley Park - Scotmans Calgary - City Park Hill 7.5 km 50 m Easy Stanley Park to Glenmore Calgary - City Park 12 km Easy Twelve Mile Coulee Calgary - City Park 8 km N/A Easy Valley Ridge Loop Calgary - City Park 10 km Some Easy Weaselhead - Jackrabbit - Calgary - City Park Trails 6 km City Hike Easy West Nose Creek Confluence Park Calgary - City Park 9 km N/A Easy NW Neighbourhoods Calgary - Urban Hike

7 5 km - 9 km N/A Easy Rockyridge - Bearspaw Calgary - Urban Hike NW 7 to 10 km Up Dwn Easy McHugh Bluff starting at Calgary - Urban Hike Crescent Heights 7 km Up Dwn Easy McHugh Bluff Trails Calgary - City Hike starting at Hillhurst 10 km 70 m Easy 4 km 244 m Easy Canmore - Quarry Lake -Town Trails Grassi Lakes Canmore Canmore 5 km 336 m Easy Stoneworks Canyon Canmore 12 km Easy Carsland Dam - Wyndham Park Carsland 8 km 20 m Easy Cochrane Ranche to Bow River Cochrane 6 km N/A Easy Easy Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park Drumheller Exploration Cochrane Drumheller 10 km 150 m Easy Horse Thief Canyon Drumheller 6 km 290 m Easy Ford Knoll Hill 6 km 200 m Easy Dog Hike - Grotto Canyon Elbow Valley- Confluence of Little and Big Elbow Exshaw 5 km N/A Easy Grotto Canyon Exshaw A little west of Exshaw on 1A Hwy

8 9.5 km 152 m Easy Bow Glacier Falls Icefields Parkway 8 km 150 m Easy Curly Sand Kananaskis 3 km Easy King Creek & Kananaskis Canyon Kananaskis 6 km Easy Marl Lake and Canyon Kananaskis 5 km 210 m Easy Ptarmigan Cirque 14 km minimal Easy Porcupine Creek - North Fork Kananaskis - Highwood Pass Kananaskis - Barrier Lake 8 km N/A Easy Widowmaker Kananaskis - Barrier Lake 5 km N/A Easy Widowmaker. Does not include Barrier Lake Kananaskis - Barrier Lake 9 km 200 m Easy Zephyr Creek Kananaskis - East Highwood 8.5 km 100 m Easy Elbow Falls to Paddy Flats 9 km 150 m Easy Elbow Valley - Riverview Loop Kananaskis - Elbow River Kananaskis - Elbow River 6 km 215 m Easy Fullerton Loop 12 km 200 m Easy Powderface Creek - Prairie Creek Loop Kananaskis - Elbow River Kananaskis - Elbow River 5 km 150 m Easy Elbow Lake Kananaskis - Highwood Pass 7 km 380 m Easy Ptarmigan Cirque and Elbow Lake Kananaskis - Highwood Pass 8 km 50 m Easy Watridge Lake Kananaskis - Mount Shark

9 7 km 150 m Easy Ribbon Creek to Kananaskis Village Kananaskis - Ribbon Creek 4.1 km 65 m Easy Troll Falls Kananaskis - Ribbon Creek 7 km 80 m Easy Sandy McNabb Hills Kananaskis - Sheep River Just downstream of Sandy McNabb Recreation Area in Kananaskis Country west of TurnerValley 7 km Easy Hogarth Lakes 3 km 260 m Easy Tryst Lake 10 km Easy Big Elbow Trail 8 km 305 m Easy Rawson Lake Kananaskis - Smith- Dorrien Kananaskis - Smith- Dorrien Kananaskis -Elbow Headwaters Kananaskis Lakes 7 km 60 m Easy 10 km 100 m Easy Terrace Trail to Troll Falls 6 km 125 m Easy Aspen Loop Upper Kananaskis Lake. East Shore Kananaskis Lakes Kananaskis Valley Kananaskis Village 9 km 100 m Easy Heart Creek & Grotto Canyon Lac des Arcs 6 km 65 m Easy Consolation Lakes Lake Louise 6.6 km 240 m Easy 7 km Easy Lake OHara-Lake Oesa Lake OHara Region - Lake Louise Okotoks Pathway Okotoks 5.4 km 153 m Easy Running Rain Lake Rocky Mountains 8km n/a Easy Parkhill Ridge to Stanley S Calgary Park

10 7 km 50 m Easy Horseshoe Dam Seebe 6 km 201 m Easy Deer Ridge Sibbald Creek Trail 9 km 140 m Easy Jumpingpound Loop Sibbald Creek Trail 4 km Easy Ole Buck Loop Sibbald Creek Trail 6.5 km 70 m Easy Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park Trochu 6 km Easy Turner Valley to Black Turner Valley Diamond 10 km Some Easy Dinosaur Provincial Park Brooks 10 km N/A Easy Bow Valley Provincial Park Seebe

11 Hike Description Parking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the Banff Spring Hotel we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulativeparking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the Banff Spring Hotel we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulativeparking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the Banff Spring Hotel we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulativeparking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the Banff Spring Hotel we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulativeparking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the Banff Spring Hotel we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulativeparking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the Banff Spring Hotel we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulativeparking at the entrance to the Golf Course. Starting from the upper parking lot just past the Banff Spring Hotel we will head down the hill past the Hotel into the Golf Course, then over the bridge and follow an old fire road along the gorge. Excellent views of the Banff Spring Hotel and the mountains north of Banff. Established tradition is to finish with a refreshment on the Banff Springs outdoor Golf Club patio with the whole group. Undulating, 218 m cumulative This hike will give you a most lasting and complete impression of the real Banff and surroundings. Start at Mt. Norquay ski parking lot, hike moderately steady uphill through beautiful lodgepole pine and spruce to a view point of Banff, Mt. Rundle, Sulphur, the Bow Valley and the Sundance Range. A little farther on a knob at the end of the trail you will see the south face of Cascade Mountain. Starting from the Cave & Basin in Banff, follow the road for a few kilometers to the canyon trail behind Sulphur Mountain. Nice canyon and mountain views. Possibility of a dip in the Sulphur Hot Springs after the hike.

12 A lush alpine rock garden. Incredible variety of wildflowers and we should be there for the peak of the season! We will hike the Garden Loop and other walks. Bring bus fare. Total elevation will vary depending on what route you take. In 2010 group went as far as Quartz Ridge which added 2km and an additional 225m elevation.a lush alpine rock garden. Incredible variety of wildflowers and we should be there for the peak of the season! We will hike the Garden Loop and other walks. Bring bus fare. Total elevation will vary depending on what route you take. In 2010 group went as far as Quartz Ridge which added 2km and an additional 225m elevation.a lush alpine rock garden. Incredible variety of wildflowers and we should be there for the peak of the season! We will hike the Garden Loop and other walks. Bring bus fare. Total elevation will vary depending on what route you take. In 2010 group went as far as Quartz Ridge which added 2km and an additional 225m elevation.a lush alpine rock garden. Incredible variety of wildflowers and we should be there for the peak of the season! We will hike the Garden Loop and other walks. Bring bus fare. Total elevation will vary depending on what route you take. In 2010 group went as far as Quartz Ridge which added 2km and an additional 225m elevation.a lush alpine rock garden. Incredible variety of wildflowers and we should be there for the peak of the season! We will hike the Garden Loop and other walks. Bring bus fare. Total elevation will vary depending on what route you take. In 2010 group went as far as Quartz Ridge which added 2km and an additional 225m elevation.a lush alpine rock garden. Incredible variety of wildflowers and we should be there for the peak of the season! We will hike the Garden Loop and other walks. Bring bus fare. Total elevation will vary depending on what route you take. In 2010 group went as far as Quartz Ridge which added 2km and an additional 225m elevation.a lush alpine rock garden. Incredible variety of wildflowers and we should be there for the peak of the season! We will hike the Garden Loop and other walks. Bring bus fare. Total elevation will vary depending on what route you take. In 2010 group went as far as Quartz Ridge which added 2km and an additional 225m elevation. Marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. The paint pots are two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow.marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. The paint pots are two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow.marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. The paint pots are two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow.marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. The paint pots are two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow.marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. The paint pots are two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow.marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. The paint pots are two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow.marble Canyon has been reopened after the 2003 forest fire. The trail climbs up and over the canyon on seven bridges to a majestic waterfall and the end of the canyon. The paint pots are two km away from Marble Canyon. An easy trail leads to a series of natural pools stained red, orange and yellow.

13 Starting at the West Bragg Creek Provincial Park parking lot, head south across the Bragg Creek bridge and start up the steep trail in front. A long steady climb leads to the summit of Ranger Summit. Halfway up the climb, theres a great viewpoint where you can see everything from West Bragg area to Moose Mountain. We will keep climbing to the top where we will find Baruchs Corner, we can have lunch here. A great overlook of the Banded Peak group complete with rock slab lounge chairs will be our eleventh year of participation in this event. Cleanup starts at 10 am; Sign-up available with Frank Pashak at the PMH Spring Meeting. All participants will be credited with one hike.2014 will be our eleventh year of participation in this event. Cleanup starts at 10 am; Signup available with Frank Pashak at the PMH Spring Meeting. All participants will be credited with one hike.2014 will be our eleventh year of participation in this event. Cleanup starts at 10 am; Sign-up available with Frank Pashak at the PMH Spring Meeting. All participants will be credited with one hike.2014 will be our eleventh year of participation in this event. Cleanup starts at 10 am; Sign-up available with Frank Pashak at the PMH Spring Meeting. All participants will be credited with one hike.2014 will be our eleventh year of participation in this event. Cleanup starts at 10 am; Sign-up available with Frank Pashak at the PMH Spring Meeting. All participants will be credited with one hike.2014 will be our eleventh year of participation in this event. Cleanup starts at 10 am; Sign-up available with Frank Pashak at the PMH Spring Meeting. All participants will be credited with one hike.2014 will be our eleventh year of participation in this event. Cleanup starts at 10 am; Sign-up available with Frank Pashak at the PMH Spring Meeting. All participants will be credited with one hike. Griffith Woods Park Discovery Ridge Along the banks of the Elbow River in the southwest part of the city lies Griffith Woods Park. From Sarcee Trail SW turn right onto Glenmore Trail, and left on Discovery Ridge Blvd SW, at roundabout stay on Discovery Ridge Blvd, and turn left on Discovery Ridge Link, this takes you right into parking lot. Follow the Bow River on the north up to Home Road return via bluffs and then follow pathway back to start of hike. Bring a lunch, this will be an all day affair. Meet in the parking lot of Marantha Church at nd St. N.W. Approach the church parking lot via Home Rd. and turn west - WATCH-ONE WAY - onto 52nd St. at approximately 21st Ave. N.W. We will follow a nice easy path along the Bow River, very pretty, great views of the river. We will return the same way. Two lovely parks to explore, connected by 4.5 km of riverside pathway. Look for crocus, moss phlox, and early blue violets. Hike the south escarpment of the Bow River starting across from Point McKay. The trail leads along large fir trees, some estimated at over 400 years old! A few steep areas, but overall a nice walk. Our most popular early season hike!! Meet at the east doors of the Eau Claire Y. A leisurely stroll along the Bow River pathway. Watch for birds, osprey often nest near the zoo. On our return stopping for refreshements at a location to be announced is an option. Meet at Angels store concession just north of the Edworthy Bridge. Our route will be planned from there. We will cross over the bridge to the other side of the Bow. Follow a nice easy path along the River, very pretty, great views of the river and Downtown Calgary. We will return the same way. Edworthy Park to Eau Claire. Leave from north side parking lot - next to Angels. Hike north side of the Bow River (south side is still muddy in spring) past Calgarys new War Memorial site at 14th St, across the magnificent new Peace Bridge at the west end of Princes Island, and on to Eau Claire. We will start from the Parking Lot on the South side and hike up through the trees on the Westside Trail, to the dog run. Then back down for lunch by the river. From Bankside we will cross over the pedestrian bridge to the east side of the Bow River, then walk south along the river the McKenzie Golf Course, go under the 22X bridge to Rotary Park. We return along the west side of the river. Depending on time and inclination, there is the option of walking around Lafarge Meadows. We will hike east from the Bebo Grove parking lot and do some exploring. Head south on 24th Street SW until you get to the parking lot in Fish Creek Park.

14 From Bankside we will cross the bridge to the ridge on the eastern shore, then head north. Enjoy great views of the Bow River, downtown Calgary and the mountains before crossing back over the Sue Higgins Bridge and heading back along the river. Drive south on Bow Bottom Trail, then east on 153 Ave and south into the Burnsmead parking area. Explore a section of the Trans- Canada Trail through Fish Creek Park along the Bow River, and follow the higher route back along the bluff, with spectacular views of the Rockies! From Bankside we will cross the bridge to the ridge on the eastern shore, then head north. Enjoy great views of the Bow River, downtown Calgary and the mountains before crossing back over the Sue Higgins Bridge and heading back along the river. From Bankside we will cross over the pedestrian bridge to the east side of the Bow River, then walk south along the river the McKenzie Golf Course, go under the 22X bridge to Rotary Park. We return along the west side of the river. Depending on time and inclination, there is the option of walking around Lafarge Meadows. We will head upsteam along the Bow River to Sue Higgins Bridge and loop back. Lying in a broad deep valley in SE Calgary with mostly open grasslands. See the historic Bow Valley Meet in the North Glenmore parking lot on 37 St. SW - Lakeview. Head towards the Weaselhead on paved pathway. Watch for birds, deer and coyotes. At Glenmore Landing pick up a gourmet lunch at McDonalds or a latte at Starbucks. Another variation on walks along the gorgeous City Pathways of Calgary. From Sailing Club Dock hike along the south and then east lake shore past Heritage Park as far as Glenmore Trail and Rockyview Hospital lookout. Return same way, perhaps lattes or hot chocolate at Glenmore Landing! Join us for a hike along the Elbow River on the western edge of Calgary. We will start with the interpretive trail at the Elbow Valley Constructed Wetland, then take the pathway to Griffith Woods Park. Bring binoculars!! Take Sarcee Trail to Hwy 8 West, then the first left. An end-of-season, fun city-walk leaving from High Street in McKenzie Towne and circling Inverness Pond twice. Inverness Pond is a beautiful bird habitat in an otherwise urban setting, with over 50 different species living there. Hikers to meet at the pub in advance for refreshments and to return to the pub for additional sustenance and celebration of a great hiking season. A great walk, even for those most comfortable in the mountains. Walk starts from the Weaslehead Parking Lot on 66 AV and 37 St SW. Walk along the trail, going past the tennis courts, children s playground and go down to the Calgary Canoe and rowing club and downhill to the floating dock for a short break. Hike continues for the next few blocks along the Calgary Lakeview Golf Course heading back to Weasle Head Parking lot on the 66 AV SW.

15 A vast expanse of prairie wilderness within the city, Nose Hill is the largest city park in North America with 1,093 hectares of native fescue grasses, wildflowers, silverberry shrubs and occasional poplar groves. The trail has its ups and downs. Follow 50th Ave SW down the hill below 14A St SW. We will walk through Stanley Park, Lindsey Park, and around the Stampede Grounds. Then up Scotmans Hill and over to Fort Calgary where a car will return the drivers to Sandy Beach. We will do the Mount Royal - Sandy Beach circuit. We can decide exact hike on day. Meet at Parking lot on top of hill end of 50 Ave SW. Park in Sandy Beach Park. We will do the Sandy Beach - Rockyview General Hospital circuit. Stroll across the suspension bridge, through Sandy Beach Park and up the 30 m river bank then past the gorgeous Calgary Golf Club & Water Works, over the Dam and Glenmore Highway. Finally through the winding undulating trail to the Rockview on the shores of Glenmore Lake. Mighty nice views of the Elbow River Valley and Rockies along the way. Head South on Bow Bottom Trail to Fish Creek Park and take the first right to the Bow Valley Ranche parking. We will head northeast along the river on a flat trail. Bald eagle sightings are common on this stretch. This is part of the Trans Canada Trail Head South on Bow Bottom Trail to Fish Creek Park and take the first right to the Bow Valley Ranche parking. We will hike west on a mostly flat trail, with a few hills to get the heart rate up. Beaver and Heron sightings are possible in the Spring!! Start at the parking lot on 52nd St NW (just off Home Road). We wil then head off towards Bowmont Park, cross the Stoney Trail Bridge and loop back through Bowness Park on the south side of the Bow River. The trail starts at the 52 St. NW parking lot and heads west towards Silver Springs. Return the same way. There should be lots of crocuses along the way. We will walk west along the Bow River to the Stoney trail underpass path. This gets us in Baker Park. Going east we bypass the old Nose Hill bridge into Bowness. Following the bike path we come to the railroad and pedestrian bridge crossing the Bow river which then will lead us back into Bowness Park. Bowness Park is located on the Bow River, just downstream from the Bearspaw Dam. A nice loop can be done in a loop with no elevation gain. Walk west along the Bow River to Stoney bridge and cross over to Baker Park. After a side trip north into the gulley to Silver Springs Road, we ll return over the pedestrian bridge to Bowness Park. Bowness Park, located on the Bow River, is just downstream from the Bearspaw Dam. We proceed up the bike path into Valley Ridge. This takes a loop in Valley Ridge past the golf course. Very easy walk on paved pathway. Follows the Bow River towards Fish Creek Park. We will cross at the Sue Higgins bridge in Douglasdale and return to the pond in Carburn Park for lunch. One good hill to do. Parking lot is on 10th St NW north of 20 Ave NW. Easy stroll through Confederation Park and historic Queens Park Cemetery. From there we will follow the bike path to the base of Nose Hill. Meet at Angels store concession, just north of the Edworthy Bridge. From here we will head east along the Bow River to the Louise Bridge, then return along the south-side pathway. NEW HIKE 2012: We will walk east on the Elbow River Pathway from Sandy Beach, overlooking the ravine surrounded by a colorful landscape of trees, river and a golf course for about 1.7km before we go over to Glenmore dam bridge and head towards Heritage park and have a lunch break. Most of the hike is on the water front with a scenic view. First break at the court yard of Rockyview Hospital on the Glenmore reservoi. Washroom facility available half way through the hike.

16 Easy hike from Votier s Flats to Bebo Grove and return. We will hike at an easy pace and will stop for a snack or early lunch. We will hike east from the Bebo Grove parking lot and do some exploring. Head south on 24th Street SW until you get to the parking lot in Fish Creek Park. Meet at the NE corner of the parking lot by the curling club along Memorial Drive, directly across from Prince-s Island. We will do a loop - up the stairs to Lion Bridge, along the south side to Crowchild, cross to the north side and return to the park. Meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW (SE of the pool). Hike has some up-and-downs to it. Note - no amenities along the route!meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW (SE of the pool). Hike has some up-and-downs to it. Note - no amenities along the route!meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW (SE of the pool). Hike has some up-and-downs to it. Note - no amenities along the route!meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW (SE of the pool). Hike has some up-and-downs to it. Note - no amenities along the route! Follow Elbow River to Reader Rock Garden. Meet at 42 Ave SW parking lot just south east of Stanley Park Pool. Meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW - SE of the pool. We will walk along the Elbow River to Reader Rock Gardens. After smelling the flowers we will climb about 75 steps onto Scotmans Hill for lunch with a view. Meet at the parking lot along 42 Ave SW - SE of the pool. We will walk upstream along the Elbow River through Stanley Park an area of gracious homes and cross the swinging bride to Sandy Beach. After smelling the flowers we will climb a sharp 35 meters up the hill to the Water Plant then an undulating stroll across the Dam, over the expressway, through Eagle Ridge past the Rocky View to Heritage Park, and Glenmore Landing. We will stop along the way for lunch with a view, or indulge in a latte or gourmet snack at G.L. A true Prairie Coulee in the northwest part of the city! Park at the end of Scandia Rise just off of Scenic Acres Drive NW. We will begin this wild walkabout to the Tuscany Hills as we dip into the coulee which runs parallel to Stoney Trail. Walk west from Baker Park towards Stoney bridge, cross the Bow River and proceed up the bike path into Valley Ridge. This trail takes a loop in Valley Ridge past the golf course and comes down into Bowness Park and returns to Baker Park. Down the hill, across the bridge, and turn west into Weaselhead Flats. A heavily forested area with meadows, oxbow lakes, and floodplains. Look for porcupines, muskrats, anemones, elephant head, and silverweed. Exact distance will depend on how much fun were having! Park at Beddington Trail and Beddington Blvd NE. A pleasant walk along paved and gravel pathways through grasslands and shrublands with geological landmarks. Walk along pathways through Varsity and Dalhousie to Country Hills Village. Gradual uphill one way and downhill on return. Walk along pathways through Varsity and Dalhousie to Country Hills Village. Gradual uphill one way and downhill on return. Walk along pathways through Varsity and Dalhousie to Country Hills Village. Gradual uphill one way and downhill on return. Walk along pathways through Varsity and Dalhousie to Country Hills Village. Gradual uphill one way and downhill on return.

17 This hike will follow the cycle/walking paths in Rockyridge, passing several ponds and giving great mountain views. A further 4 km would include an interesting nature walk in the Bearspaw area. Can be extended to 9 km, depending on group. Starting at the Crescent Heights parking lot we walk along the Bluff towards the Centre St Bridge. Cross the Bridge and return along the riverbank through Prince's Island Park. We can cross at either the Peace Bridge or the LRT Pedestrian Path depending on concensous. We then follow along the LRT line till we get to the stairs behind Safeway climbing up into Crescent Heights. Follow the path back to our cars. Our exact route can be discussed when we gather. We will take the stairs behind by Safeway up into Crescent Heights or walk to the steep stairs by the curling rink. We will follow the trails up and down the McHugh Bluff Trails. Our finishing route will depend on how we get to Crescent Heights. Both options are enjoyable and have some up and down. Accessible by C-Train or by car. Parking is free after 6pm. Our exact route can be discussed when we gather. We will take the stairs behind by Safeway up into Crescent Heights or walk to the steep stairs by the curling rink. We will follow the trails up and down the McHugh Bluff Trails. Our finishing route will depend on how we get to Crescent Heights. Both options are enjoyable and have some up and down. Accessible by C-Train or by car. Parking is free after 6pm. Our exact route can be discussed when we gather. We will take the stairs behind by Safeway up into Crescent Heights or walk to the steep stairs by the curling rink. We will follow the trails up and down the McHugh Bluff Trails. Our finishing route will depend on how we get to Crescent Heights. Both options are enjoyable and have some up and down. Accessible by C-Train or by car. Parking is free after 6pm. Our exact route can be discussed when we gather. We will take the stairs behind by Safeway up into Crescent Heights or walk to the steep stairs by the curling rink. We will follow the trails up and down the McHugh Bluff Trails. Our finishing route will depend on how we get to Crescent Heights. Both options are enjoyable and have some up and down. Accessible by C-Train or by car. Parking is free after 6pm. A circuit around the town of Canmore on river and creek pathways. Climb up to Quarry Lake for lunch, as we pass remains of old coal mines. On this lovely little hike look for rock paintings on wall above upper lake. At the top there is now a boardwalk and stairs to allow easy access to the edge of the upper reservoir. Afterwards a side trip into Canmore for a drink or ice cream may be called for. Stoneworks Canyon is the gorge immediately west of Mt Lady McDonald. The going is flat and easy. Watch for tunnels of water-worn rocks and some rock-climbers cliffs. Explore the Bow River downstream from Calgary. The park is located near the town of Carsland, about 50 km east of Calgary. Dam was built in 1910 to direct water to McGregor Lake for irrigation. Look for Pelicans in the area. Meet at Cochrane Ranche parking lot just off Hwy 22. Hike up to the lookout to enjoy the panoramic view of the Rockies and the prairies. Then follow the trail down to the Bow River and return. May stop at THs for coffee on the way back or go for ice cream in Cochrane. Undulating terrain and from 4k upward. This is the newly donated Park and part of it is still a working ranch on the banks of the Bow. The railway also runs through this area. Horsethief Canyon, Bleriot Ferry, Swinging Bridge and the Last Chance Saloon - in Wayne. Legend has it that horses would disappear into the canyons along the Red Deer River and would later reappear carrying a different brand. Hence the name Horse Thief Canyon. We will also tour around and visit the Rosedale Suspension Bridge. From Forgetmenot Pond will do a loop northeast of the Little Elbow campground area. Nice view from Ford s Knoll. Spend Easter with your furry friend!! A special pre-season, unofficial, hike to Grotto Canyon near Exshaw where you can enjoy lovely scenery while the dogs play in the creek at this offleash area. Note - does not count toward your hike total. Interesting limestone canyon with Native Pictographs

18 We head out along the shores of Bow Lake into the debris left behind by the retreating Bow Glacier, and then through a gorge to the falls, which drop 152 feet over a cliff from the foot of the glacier. A lovely ridge loop in the McLean Creek area of Kananaskis. A lovely ridge loop in the McLean Creek area of Kananaskis. A lovely ridge loop in the McLean Creek area of Kananaskis. Two short interpretive hikes for the price of one! King Creek trail is just off Hwy. 40 at the Kananaskis Lakes turnoff, and Kananaskis Canyon is just off the Smith-Dorrien road a short distance away. The canyon is particularly pretty. Located east of Lower Kananaskis Lake, this is an easy walk along a paved interpretive trail through pine forest to a pale green lake with a spectacular backdrop. Apart from waterfowl, you may be lucky enough to spot moose and other ungulates. Hike up from Highwood Pass into the bowl of Ptarmigan Cirque. Observe flora, fauna and geologic features. This is a rocky trek up an open and basically dry creek bed to a narrow canyon with mossy banks and a lovely lunch spot. For those wishing to go further, there is what Gillean Daffern calls a 'jaw dropping' second canyon further up, but basically impassible unless you have a wet suit or hip waders! From Barrier Lake Information Centre head to Widowmaker trail head. Trail follows Kananaskis River. A most interesting event can be watched around 11 AM when the Barrier Lake Dam is opened up & one can see the Kananaskis River rise quickly. Then we head to Barrier Lake to make the total hike 8-10 km. From Barrier Lake Information Centre head to Widowmaker trail head. Trail follows the Kananaskis River. A most interesting event can be seen around 11 a.m. when the Barrier Lake dam is opened and the Kananaskis River rises quickly. It s fun to watch the many kayakers on the river. Start at the Sentinel Recreation Area. Cross the Highwood River. Bring sandals, below Mt. Burke. This is an easy, educational stroll to native pictographs and petroglyphs in Painted Canyon. Start at Elbow Falls and walk along the Elbow River to Paddy Flats. Start from Paddy-s Flat west of Allen Bill Pond. Cross Hwy 66 to the Elbow Valley Trail, which climbs through meadows and pine forest. Descend and return via the River View Trail south of the highway. This is a moderate climb up to Ranger Ridge; great views west and south overlooking Allen Bill Pond and the Elbow Valley. Head up Powderface Creek, turning right at Powderface-Prairie Link Trail. Hike over the ridge to Prairie Creek Trail and head back, completing the loop. This is a beautiful hike with views of Powderface and Prairie Mountain, meadows, river canyon, and beautiful views of the ridge above Prairie Creek A short hike around Elbow Lake. After a quick 1.3 km climb to the lake turn right towards the campground and circle counter-clockwise, past the turnoff to Rae Glacier and cross the infant Elbow to the west shore with its fabulous views. NOTE: If Hike says Elbow Lake & Beyond add 10 km, a creek crossing and additional 50m elevation. Two lovely short hikes in one day, but you get credit for only one!! First hike into a beautiful alpine cirque watching for bighorns, then follow with a nice stroll around a gorgeous blue lake. Fall colours including the larch should be glorious!! A three hundred sixty degree view of the mountain peaks greets you at the Mount Shark parking area. From the parking lot we follow an old logging road (turned into summer hiking trail & winter XCountry ski trail) to Watridge Lake. We can follow the lake shore to the west side and lunch looking unto Tent Ridge. A three hundred sixty degree view of the mountain peaks greets you at the Mount Shark parking area. From the parking lot we follow an old logging road (turned into summer hiking trail & winter XCountry ski trail) to Watridge Lake. We can follow the lake shore to the west side and lunch looking unto Tent Ridge.

19 Follow Ribbon Creek for 2.5km, then left onto XC ski trails winding uphill to views of Ribbon Peak, Mt Sparrowhawk and Mt Allen showing the Centennial Ridge in profile. Loop downhill to Kananaskis Village for treats! There are some ups and downs. An easy loop following XC ski trails through forest, meadow, and the bank of the Kananaskis River. Troll Falls is delightful during spring runoff. Treats at Kananaskis Village afterwards. This hike is located just inside Kananaskis Country west of Turner Valley. We will hike up to the first summit of the High Noon Hills and then down to cross Prairie Creek. This may involve a sort, shallow wade if we can not find a dry crossing point. From there we will hike up onto a beautiful ridge system that gives wonderful views of the foothills and mountains as well as the Sheep River. We will hike west on this ridge to the over look of the Sandy McNabb recreation area. At this point we will descend off the ridge along a forested trail back to the highway and our cars. It will be quite beautiful with the golden autumn colours. Limited numbers (Cost $15). Register with Tristan and pay by April 13. This hike is located just inside Kananaskis Country west of Turner Valley. We will hike up to the first summit of the High Noon Hills and then down to cross Prairie Creek. This may involve a sort, shallow wade if we can not find a dry crossing point. From there we will hike up onto a beautiful ridge system that gives wonderful views of the foothills and mountains as well as the Sheep River. We will hike west on this ridge to the over look of the Sandy McNabb recreation area. At this point we will descend off the ridge along a forested trail back to the highway and our cars. It will be quite beautiful with the golden autumn colours. Limited numbers (Cost $15). Register with Tristan and pay by April 13. Start from the Burstall Pass parking lot. Loop around three small lakes and return past Mud Lake. Enjoy a pleasant day. Start from side road off Watridge Lake logging road. Hike on flat road for 1.6 km. Turn off at first trail marker. Steep but short hike, some creek crossings can be dryshod, terrific flowers. This is a flat trail down the valley to the Big Elbow camp grounds. A nice stroll with mountain scenery all around. Starting along the Upper Kananaskis Lake circuit, the trail briefly climbs steeply as you make your way to a beautiful jade lake under Mt. Sarrail. We should see lots of wildflowers possibly mixed with snow. Hike along the eastern shore of this large reservoir. You can imagine yourself by an ocean inlet when strong westerly winds are blowing whitecaps onto the rugged shore. Starting on the Terrace Link Trail towards the Troll Falls trail having lunch at the falls and return on the Hay Meadows Trail. Easy loop near Kananaskis Village. Bring lunch and be prepared to move at an easy pace and to pause often to study and photograph wildflowers. Two separate short hikes, which combine for a single hike credit!! The Heart Creek interpretive trail takes you to a waterfall that can be heard, but not easily seen. Look for Indian rock paintings in Grotto Canyon. A short easy hike with outstanding alpine scenery around lakes. Take your time and enjoy. Just south of Calgary is the town of Okotoks which has developed an extensive system of pathways winding through the Sheep River Valley. Come spend a day exploring this picturesque parkland. This is a well-used anglers trail to a fishing pond. Notwithstanding three very shallow creek crossings, it s a rather nice walk to a larch cirque below the Elk Range. Running Rain Lake is magnificently located at the dead end of the valley. Will walk up the hill, past the historic Rideau Towers, the tallest apartments in Calgary when built in Over to the Pioneer Club, through Princess Obolensky Park -google it, along the ridge in Parkhill, down through Stanley Park and return.

20 The trail starts at the former village of Seebe. From there it follows the south rim of the Bow River heading east to the Horseshoe Dam. We return the same way. Nice views all around. Bring your binoculars and watch for bald eagles. Deer Ridge is a double-headed hill over looking Sibbald Creek Trail (Hwy 68) west of Powderface Trail Junction. Excellent views from the ridge. This delightful trail off the Sibbald Creek Trail (Hwy 68) has two distinct sections; the high line north of the highway and the river route to the south. A pleasant foothills setting for a great day. A lovely little fall hike, and just a short drive from the city. From the Sibbald Lake campground the trail climbs onto a spur of Ole Buck Mountain, giving views of the entire Sibbald Lake area. The trail is moderate in that it will cross some badland terrain. There is a spectacular view of the Red Deer River Valley, Albertas Grand Canyon, from the viewpoint before proceeding down to the rivers edge. From there we will hike into the grassland/badland resplendent with prairie wildflowers.. Unique topography with good chance of finding fossilized bone Walk along paved path from Turner Valley to Black Diamond, explore local greenhouse and bakery treats, then walk back. Exploratory hike, Set in the Red Deer River Badlands, the park encompasses 622 ha. Rich in paleontological deposits. Note: 3 hour drive. This provincial park lies near the confluence of the Kananaskis and Bow Rivers, off the TransCanada Hwy at the Seebe/Exshaw interchange. A slow easy pace. Enjoy the colours. Bring your camera, binoculars, and some warm clothing.

21 Hike Distance km Hike Elevn m 7 km 262 m Easy-Mod HIKE RATING HIKE NAME Hike Area Hike Description (Location)Hike Area Jura Creek (Location)Hike Exshaw The trail follows the Kananaskis River. A most interesting event can be watched around 11 a.m. when the Barrier Lake dam is opened and one can see the Kananaskis River rise very quickly. It s also fun to watch the many kayakers on the river. Take good supporting footwear for the boulders, and sandals - crocks - running shoes for the crossings 8 km 225 m Easy-Mod Fullerton Loop Kananaskis - Elbow River Kananaskis - Elbow River Fullerton Loop Kananaskis - Elbow River - An easy spring classic with great views of the mountains to the west and Allen Bill Pond. Will stop at the top for a snack. Meet at the Allen Bill parking lot at 10 am. Please note that the underpass walkway does not exist anymore and the new trail starts across the highway, just east of the ranger station. 9 km 417 m Easy-Mod Jumpingpound Mountain 10 km 315 m Easy-Mod Chester Lake Kananaskis - Jumpingpound Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien Powderface Trail, we will climb up the summit trail at a MODERATE AND SLOW PACE. After enjoying the panoramic view on the top, which includes Moose Mountain, we will wander on the summit and then return the same way. Not a loop hike. The trail to this gorgeous, jade-coloured lake starts off on a logging road, then winds through forest and across meadows below Mt Chester. We should have lots of time to relax and enjoy the scenery at our lunch spot. Option to the Elephant Rocks is possible. Going to the Elephant Rocks adds 2 km a total elevation increases to 400m 9 km 259 m Easy-Mod James Walker Creek Kananaskis - Smith-Dorrien Named for Colonel James Walker, this return day hike takes you through the K- Country forest to a small lake, with a gradual gain of nearly 260 m. Easy- Moderate hike using ski - snowshoe trails to access the valley. Then walk along logging road to a game trail that leads to lake. Surrounded by woods and meadows. 7 km 150 m Easy-Mod Heart Creek & Beyond Lac des Arcs Follow Heart Creek Interpretive trail to falls. From bottom of falls there is a short & steep but manageable trail to get above the falls; continue along creek to a narrow slot canyon and backcountry campsite for lunch. Continue up another short & steep trail to a viewpoint above slot canyon with magnificent views of surrounding mountains and valleyfollow Heart Creek Interpretive trail to falls. From bottom of falls there is a short & steep but manageable trail to get above the falls; continue along creek to a narrow slot canyon and backcountry campsite for lunch. Continue up another short & steep trail to a viewpoint above slot canyon with magnificent views of surrounding mountains and valleyfollow Heart Creek Interpretive trail to falls. From bottom of falls there is a short & steep but manageable trail to get above the falls; continue along creek to a narrow slot canyon and backcountry campsite for lunch. Continue up another short & steep trail to a viewpoint above slot canyon with magnificent views of surrounding mountains and valley

22 10 km 385 M Easy-Mod Giant Steps Lk Louise Starting at the Paradise Valley Trail Head the first 3 kms of this hike is in the trees. The trail to Lk Annette branches to the left at the 5 km mark but we will keep to the right walking along Paridise Creek and go on towards the Giant Steps. We can go further to Horsehoe Meadow or enjoy the rocks at the Giant Steps for lunch. 8 km 455 m Easy-Mod C Level Cirque Banff 2.3 km 300 m Easy-Mod Tunnel Mountain Banff A short hike into an attractive area outside Banff town site. Hike past defunct coal mine, then into woods to some old buildings and a view of the lake. Continue through forest to a small cirque with more great views. Most people just drive past Tunnel Mountain without realizing there is a nice hike up to the top which affords great views - just be careful of those cliff edges. 16 km N/A Easy-Mod 6-8 km 200 m plus Easy-Mod Glenmore Lake Circuit Calgary - City Hike Paskapoo Calgary - City Slopes East of Hike Canada Olympic Park Enjoy the Glenmore Reservoir in the spring. This is a relatively flat path that circles the reservoir. We stop for lunch near Glenmore landing restaurants. Paskapoo Slopes East of Canada Olympic Park Between Sarcee Trail and COP lies a maze of trails called the Paskapoo Slopes. The Paskapoo Slopes are compared to the Nose Hill natural areas in terms of environmental significance. There is a wide variety of trail option as we head west towards Canada Olympic Park. Trails intermittently alternate between dense forest and open grassy areas. Coming from the north end of town, as you enter Sarcee Trail S. there is a large gravel parking lot on the west side. If coming from the south, there is a turning lane from Sarcee Trail going west into the parking lot, this is before you cross over 16 Avenue NW. 10 km 190 m Easy-Mod Boom Lake Castle Junction 12 km 300 m Easy-Mod Johnston Castle Junction Canyon - Ink Pots 10 km 200 m Easy-Mod Wildcat Hills 12 km 150 m Easy-Mod 7 km 262 m Easy-Mod Horseshoe Canyon Cochrane Drumheller An easy trek to a beautifully formed and exceptionally clear body of water, backed to the south by a massive 600m limestone wall and to the west by glacier-mantled Chimney Peak. This is probably the most popular tourist trail in Banff Park, and for good reason; the narrow canyon with its many cascades and waterfalls is a natural wonder. We continue on to the scenic Ink Pots for our lunch stop, with time to enjoy the setting before heading back. Drive north on Hwy 22 from Hwy 1, turn right at stoplight, then immediately turn left into Cochrane Ranche and park by the outhouses. From there we will carpool to private land. A delightful hike with rolling hills, wildflowers, birds, history and great views. Enjoy this unique exploratory hike into the Badlands. Extreme erosion of soft clay valley walls and carved rounded mounds on layered sediments. Many unofficial trails lead to canyon bottom. Bring water!! Jura Creek Exshaw The trail follows the Kananaskis River. A most interesting event can be watched around 11 a.m. when the Barrier Lake dam is opened and one can see the Kananaskis River rise very quickly. It s also fun to watch the many kayakers on the river. Take good supporting footwear for the boulders, and sandals, crocks, running shoes for the crossings.