Want to test your endurance and hike 33 kilometres (about 20 miles) mostly along Lake Minnewanka in Banff, partly on a trail rarely walked by people because of its remoteness. Join a group of intrepid hikers who’ve been doing this long walk for the past 10 or 12 years, and let them organize the logistics of this “swap-the-keys-in-the-middle” hike. There is very little elevation gain or loss, but a couple of water fordings are part of the hike and water shoes are recommended. You could even challenge your family or friends, who may not believe that you can hike 20 miles in a day, to make a pledge to AWA if you complete the walk! Or you can use it as practice for going on the Camino next year. This outing makes a long day, with driving to the start and end points of the hike.

NOTE: If there is a lot of interest we will schedule a second Minnewanka Thru Hike.

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Fundraising Goal

Goal: $2,000

Raised to date: $402.00

20% raised of $2,000:

Sponsor this adventure now and help make the tree grow!

Minimum donation per participant: $100

All donations to AWA are eligible for a charitable tax receipt.

Required Equipment

• Hiking boots
• Water shoes, as there are a few creek crossings along the way
• Clothing that can provide protection in the event of cold or wet weather; as well as a hat for protection from the sun
• Lunch as well as snacks, energy bars, water, etc. for the trail
• Sunscreen and bug repellent

Covid-19 Precautions

We will observe COVID-19 precautions and guidance from the Government of Alberta and expect participants to follow appropriate sanitizing and social distancing. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation! If you need more details you can check the Government website at: this link.

Please bring a personal mask and your own hand sanitizer.

Thank you for joining us for this exceptional day out in one of Alberta’s truly wonderful Wild Spaces — we look forward to meeting you there!

Details

This adventure is being run in conjunction with the “Ghosthikers” group. Hikers will be split into two groups, with one starting at each end of the trail. A key swap in the middle will ensure that everyone has access to a vehicle at the other end.

Contact this Coordinator

Contact this coordinator:

by email at a4w@abwild.ca,
by phone at (403) 283-2025,
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