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Windtower

Posted on November 24, 2019 by alisendopf — 3 Comments

Wind Tower is a deceptively accessible hike to an amazing summit view. Be prepared for gale force winds, even on hot days.

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Wind Ridge – A Hike with Spice

Posted on November 20, 2019 by alisendopf — Leave a comment

Wind Ridge is the ideal Kananaskis hike. Close to Canmore, with great views and some good elevation gain. A bit of hands-on-rock near the summit to spice things up.

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South end of Mount Lawson

Posted on November 17, 2019 by alisendopf — Leave a comment

The South end of Lawson is a wonderful ridge hike that ends in spectacular views.

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Electrifying Tent Ridge

Posted on October 23, 2019 by alisendopf — Leave a comment

Tent Ridge has nice elevation gain, a good 10 KMs to justify the long drive, a bit of scrambly hands on rock to make you feel like a hero, and a horseshoe shaped ridge that offers as many views as you could possibly want.

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Gunnery Mountain

Posted on October 20, 2019 by alisendopf — 2 Comments

Gunnery Mountain is an easily attainable summit for new hikers or younger kids.

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Pigeon Mountain – A look back at time

Posted on October 16, 2019 by alisendopf — Leave a comment

Pigeon Mountain is a very accessible summit. It’s close, easy navigation, and an enjoyable summit ridge.

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Raspberry Ridge Fire Lookout

Posted on October 13, 2019 by alisendopf — Leave a comment

Raspberry Ridge is an easy to intermediate day hike with several route choices. You can make it as easy or as hard as you like. It’s out of the way, and doesn’t see the crowds as some of the other fire lookouts.

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