Hayburger Trail - Elk Island NP - Fri, Jun 20 2008

Hayburger Trail - Elk Island NP (6/20/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Elk Island National Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Jun 20 2008 9:00 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jun 20 2008 11:59:00 PM

Event Duration:

3-4 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Jeff S
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

We will hike the Hayburger Trail (12.1km) at Elk Island National Park.

The trail is easy to moderate and has several rolling hills so participants should be fit and ready for a good workout. We will be maintaining a moderate pace of 4km/h with snack/water breaks when needed.

Participants should be prepared and or expect any weather possibilites for this day.

The trail crosses a black spruce bog where boreal birds and moose may be observed. The trail also winds through open aspen forest and meadows, the preferred habitat of the plains bison. The trailhead is just minutes before Astotin Lake and is signposted. If you hit Astotin Lake, you've gone a bit too far so just back track a little.

Please note that your coordinator has not hiked this particular trail previously. Please allow time and or patience for any unforseen circumstances.

Required Items to Bring:
-water, (1 or 2L)
-snacks
-good hiking shoes or boots
-appropriate clothing for weather
-parks pass or entrance fees for park, $7.80

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
-hiking poles

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Elk Island National Park is located approximately 40 minutes from Edmonton, via Highway 16 East (Yellowhead). At the entrance to the park on the north side of hwy 16, drive through the gate and continue until the sign posted trailhead for Hayburger Trail.

Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
- Please scroll through and read the entire online waiver when you sign up.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!