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Friends of Kananaskis Country

Enhance, protect and share the unique natural and cultural experiences of Kananaskis Country through public participation and environmental education.

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    • Trail & Camping Info
    • Kananaskis Conservation Pass
    • Critters of K-Country
    • Flowers of K-Country
    • Plants of K-Country
    • Fungi of K-Country
  • Programs + Events
    • Trail Care
      • Recruiting Crew Leaders & Backcountry Crew
      • Migratory Birds and the Friends
    • Canmore Trail Alliance
    • Trails Fest
    • Environmental Education
    • Chandra Crawford Hut at CNC
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Trail Day – What to Bring & Expect

What to Expect

  • All volunteers will be required to adhere to current Covid-19 regulations and trail day protocol. Details on requirements is sent out in pre-trail day email reminder.
  • We generally will be working outside between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
  • A trained Friends of Kananaskis Crew Leader will meet you at the parking lot (assigned meeting location).
  • We will begin our day with a 15 minute safety talk followed by departure for the worksite.
  • Volunteers will hike and carry tools to worksites up to 4 kilometers from the parking lot.
  • Most worksites are located throughout Kananaskis where there is limited or no cell phone reception. Crew Leaders are equipped with emergency communication devices.
  • Washrooms are located at the trail heads only.
  • Weather changes unexpectedly so check the forecast and dress accordingly. See clothing suggestions below.
  • Volunteers are to provide their own lunch and snacks.
  • There will be a first aid kit on site and Crew Leaders are trained in first aid.
  • Pets are discouraged on volunteer trail days, unless the Crew Leader is agreeable. Pet owners are fully responsible and liable for their pets.
  • We will be using hand tools such as a pulaski, axe, shovel, rake and shears which may cause injury if used inappropriately. Training on proper use will be conducted at the trailhead.
  • Our work may consist of building new trails or reroutes, maintaining trails such as repairing ruts, brushing/cutting shrubs, cutting roots, and fine-tuning trail tread. This will include digging, rake duff and earth, lifting and clearing rocks and deadfall, and prune roots and shrubs.

What to Bring

Adequate clothing and safety gear for trail days which should include but is not limited to:

  • Eye protection (clear lenses will be best)
  • Long sleeve shirt (sun and snag protection)
  • Long pants (breathable quick drying are best)
  • Socks (consider wearing 2 pairs; a liner & a thicker outer pair to prevent blisters and improve comfort)
  • Boots (to prevent sprained ankles and provide support for the day)
  • Jacket (for rain / cooler temperatures and not your favourite jacket remember all the snags and dirt etc.)
  • Gloves (we can provide some it you forget yours)
  • Lunch / snack (there are no restaurants or stores nearby)
  • Water (it is important to stay hydrated)
  • Bug spray
  • Sunscreen
  • Toilet paper
  • Back pack (for all your stuff)
  • Bear spray
  • Volunteers may wish to bring their own preferred trail tools however the Friends and Alberta Parks will ensure there are sufficient tools available for all participants.

To accelerate the paperwork process, please fill out this Volunteer Agreement Form prior to the event. The form can be filled out once, and will then be valid for the entire season.

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email: info@kananaskis.org
Phone: 403.678.5593
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Suite 201, 800 Railway Ave.
Canmore, Alberta
T1W 1P1

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