Join us for a day exploring one of Alberta’s Kananaskis Country Trail and our inner selves.
Trip includes:
Return transportation to and from Calgary
Hiking guide
One-hour yoga class with certified instructor
lunch (vegetarian option available on request
Itinerary:
7:30 - 8:00 AM: Pickup from anywhere in central Calgary
9:00 / 9:45 AM: Arrive at trail head/parking, gear up and head out on the trail
11:30 AM / 12:00 PM: Break for lunch, take photos, chat
12:30 / 1:00 PM: Head back to trail head
2:30 / 3:00 PM: Yoga class*
3:30/ 4:00 PM : Depart for Calgary
6:00 / 6:30 PM: Arrive in Calgary
The Hike:
A nice and easy interpretive trail that winds its way through a mossy forest of fir, spruce and pine. The trail leads to Marl Lake, which features a spectacular backdrop of mountains.
Length: about an hour each way
Distance: approximately 3.4 km return
Elevation gain: 15 m / 50 ft
Difficulty: Level 1 (Easy)
Please bring plenty of water, a yoga mat**, sunscreen, snacks, and dress in layers and appropriately for the weather (note that the temperature can drop significantly with higher elevation).
* If the weather permits, the yoga portion will be held where we hike, before we leave the park. If weather does not permit (too cold or raining) we will hold an optional 6 pm yoga class at a studio after returning to Calgary
**Yoga mat is provided, however if you prefer more cushion for your practice, please feel free to bring your favourite mat.