Goal: $1,000

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We are anticipating this field trip will last about 3½ hours, including lunch. The hiking will be easy - there is some uphill, but not a lot. The trail is twisting and rutted in parts.

It may be sunny and hot, but maybe not! Please dress for the weather (rain-jacket, sun hat, sunscreen, etc. ) Bring a water bottle and a packlunch as we will be having a picnic along the way. Wear strong, comfortable shoes! Be sure to have bug spray on hand in case it is needed.

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!

This adventure will be led by two elementary schoolteachers, so the kids will be well looked after. Kids need to be able and willing to follow directions and stay with the group.

This adventure will take us through the beautiful Big Hill Creek valley and the site of the historical Cochrane Ranche. We will hike through forest and wetlands and along the ridge above the valley, watching for wildlife as we go. We will visit the museum at the Cochrane RancheHouse to see an amazing collection of artifacts and to discover more about the area and the ranching way of life.

Meeting time and location will be sent to registered participants in advance of the event.