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Dec 2022 -Exercise Hockey, Downhill ski, backcountry ski, dog walk.

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Snowshoe Scramble Thrift Peak Dec 16, 2022

Snowshoe and scramble Thrift peak on Dec 16 with Doug Lutz. Picked a direct route up a treed ridge to access main ridge. Crossed river on ice bridge and snowshoed up through trees. Bypassed a fence through an open gate … Continue reading

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Wasootch Ridge Oct 29, 2022

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Yamnuska Scramble Oct 9, 2022

Had to take advantage of the beautiful weather and check out the new trail on an old favorite Mount Yamnuska. Overall liked the changes except the first section of the down trail where we should have just used the usual … Continue reading

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Hike scramble King Creek Ridge Sept 18

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Turbine Canyon and Campground Backpack Aug 5-6, 2022

Just went to Turbine campground and canyon. About 34 km RT but note in addition to gain 100 m from Interlakes trailhead to Forks you gain and lose about 250 m. From Forks to Turbine gain 500 m to highpoint … Continue reading

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Ribbon Falls and Lake Hike July 16, 2022

Hike for RMA fundraiser with Kuz, Stu, Rod, Vien and Pingo 23 km and 950 m Good hike to Falls so took everyone up the chains to the Lake. Chain section has been upgraded to easier rebar steps in a … Continue reading

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Cascade July 31, 2022

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20 Notable or Significant Mountains for Alpine Climbers/Scramblers in the Canadian Rockies and Nearby Area

Interesting Climbing Mountains in Canadian Rockies and Nearby Area Assinniboine – highest in Southern Rockies – identifiable for 50 km+ , Matterhorn of Rockies, – fantastic/spectacular hiking backpacking destination. Most popular route is North Ridge which is facing camera and … Continue reading

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Mount Stevens Columbia Valley June 5, 2020

Hike scramble near Cranbrook with Kevin P and Gary H. Some snow near tree line and along summit ridge. About 11.6 km and 1370 m in 8 hours including time waiting while guys did Teepee. Pics

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