Waskahegan Trail Association - Upcoming Hikes & Activities

Waskahegan Trail Association - Upcoming Hikes & Activities

Association Activities - Waskahegan Trail Association


The Waskahegan Trail Association leads Sunday hikes several times each month. When there is sufficient snow, a portion of the hiking group will cross country ski or snowshoe as an alternative to the hike. An annual general meeting is held in the Spring and a social in the fall.
Volunteer work parties go out from May till October to maintain the trail. Members receive information on these activities through our newsletter. Announcements are also made in the local media.

All events are open to anyone interested in attending and agreeable to our Rules, FAQs and Etiquette and who sign our waivers. Please review our Sunday Hike Checklist prior to attending. The association recommends sturdy footwear for hikes, particularly hikes out of the city. Plan to bring a lunch, adquate fluids, snacks and dress for the conditions. Please note that participation in a hike is at the sole discretion of the Hike Leader.

Those participating in scheduled hikes are asked to sign a waiver of liability. Although nonmembers may use the trail, the Association would feel safer if hikers became Member, and shared their concerns about the development, care, and future of the trail.

Interested in other walking activities? Some Waskahegan members are also Meetup.com members; check out their mid-week walks and hikes here.  

Please Remember to Arrive 15 Minutes early to Sign In!

9/12/2010
Sunday		 Mix Stopover A36-A38 guide book 6th edition p.45; 7th edition p.29
8:45AM; Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 10km Hike
Stella C. 780-488-9515

9/19/2010
Sunday		 Blackfoot Rec. Area Blackfoot Lake Stage guide book 6th edition p.105; 7th edition p.89
8:45AM; Capilano McDonald's		 10km Hike
Helen Wh. 780-468-4331

9/25/2010
Saturday		 Whitemud Adventure Trail guide book 6th edition p.33; 7th edition p.17
8:45AM; Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 12/14/16km Hike
Oscar Z. 780-435-1197

9/26/2010
Sunday		 Pipestone A53 west to A50 guide book 6th edition p.59; 7th edition p.43
8:45AM-Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 10km Hike
Bob W. 780-432-1416

10/2/2010
Saturday		 WTA Saturday Challenge Battle River guide book 6th edition pages 65 to 67; 7th edition pages 49 to 51
8:15AM-Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 19.3km Hike
Marilyn B. 780-463-1207

10/3/2010
Sunday		 Coal Lake Middle A43-C guide book 6th edition p.51; 7th edition p.35
8:45AM; Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 10km Hike
Sandra C. 780-467-9572

10/10/2010
Sunday		 Hastings Lake Southeast A91-Motet Hill guide book 6th edition p.95; 7th edition p.79
8:45AM; Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 10km Hike
Michèle F. 780-417-6928

10/16/2010
Saturday		 WTA Volunteer BBQ & Hike guide book 6th edition p.; 7th edition p.
8:45AM; (Members Only)Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 10km Member-Special
Karen B. 780-642-6372

10/17/2010
Sunday		 Lois Hole Provincial Park guide book 6th edition p.n/a; 7th edition p.124
8:45AM; Westmount McDonald's		 10km Hike
Joanne B. 780-487-0645

10/24/2010
Sunday		 Blackfoot Rec. Area RR203-Lost Lake Shelter guide book 6th edition p.101; 7th edition p.81
8:45AM; Super Store 51 Ave & Calgary Trail		 10km Hike
Michèle F. 780-417-6928


Waskahegan trips meet at the southeast corner of the respective parking lots (unless otherwise noted). 

Meeting Places

AMA South Parking Lot, SW Corner  10310—39A Avenue
Capilano Mall McDonald's on 50 Street, east side of the mall at approx. 100 Ave.
Emily Murphy Park South end of Groat Bridge
Riverside Golf Course 8630 Rowland Road (just east of the Dawson Bridge)
Rundle Park ACT Centre 2909 113 Avenue
Snow Valley Ski Club (Rainbow Valley) 13204 - 45 Ave. - access:  Whitemud Dr. Off 122 St.
Southgate Shopping Centre 111 St. & Whitemud Dr.
Super Store - South NW Corner, Calgary Tr & 51 Ave
West End Super Store NW corner, 170 St & Stony Plain Rd


Trips leave on the hour so please arrive 15 minutes early.

Our trips go into country areas, good foot wear, food, fluids and clothing is essential. A reasonable level of physical conditioning is required as the group moves along at a good pace. All events are open to anyone interested in attending and agreeable to our Rules, FAQs and Etiquette and who sign a waiver.
Cars will be pooled. Please give $5.00 gas money to the driver.

For summer'ish walks, more fluids, insect repellant and sun tan lotion. For Fall/Spring walks, rain gear. For winter trips we walk, ski or snowshoe.  The last two are dependent upon suitable and sufficient snow. You must supply your own equipment. No matter the season, always bring good boots, gaiters are recommended, lunch and snacks.  Return times vary depending upon the distance from the city, trail  conditions, etc.  

Pets are not permitted on the Sunday Hikes as there are wild and domestic animal encounters along the trail.  Older childern are welcome but must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.  In considering whether to bring a child or a person with a disability, please consider the following: 

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