April 2009

Video of the Month

by Tony Daffern on April 27, 2009

A video showing how fast the Kananaskis River rises when water is released from the dam upstream.

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Indian Graves Ridge and Willow Creek Hills

by Alf Skrastins on April 20, 2009

A spring hike on the Indian Graves Ridges at the southern edge of Kananaskis Country offers views towards Sentinel Peak and Mt. Burke.

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Bear Bangers

by Tony Daffern on April 19, 2009

Have you ever fired a Bear Banger? This post describes firing a banger and considers what to do in the case of a bear encounter.

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Powerline Beaver Ponds

by Tony Daffern on April 17, 2009

A short walk to the Powerline Beaver Ponds south of Mount Lorette to watch the antics of the herons who nest there each year.

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Hike Carry Ridge

by Gillean Daffern on April 10, 2009

A delightful hiking trail along Carry Ridge in the Sheep River area of Kananaskis Country suitable for early-season hiking, but good all year.

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Snowshoe West Wind Pass

by Tony Daffern on April 5, 2009

An attempt to snowshoe to West Wind Pass from Spray Lake, Kananaskis Country

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