FLC Seniors Outdoor Club

 

Scroll down for details on Snowshoeing, Walking and Upcoming Events.

Winter walking schedule is in effect from November 1, 2023 to mid-April 2024.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary     February 23, 2024

Woodlands escarpment over Fish Creek Provincial Park     March 15, 2024

 Welcome to the FLC Seniors Outdoor Club. Our club walks throughout the year; bird watching and snowshoeing are seasonal. We also have some special events.

  • All events and activities are for Outdoor Club members only. See Membership Information for how to join at bottom of page (scroll down).
  • We ask that everyone wear their name tag and carry their Medical Emergency Card on all outings (medical emergency card is available at the first activity attended) .
  • NO PETS are allowed at our activities.
  • Information on activities - meeting locations and times are available on this web page.
  • Information about Special Events may be sent through email messages.

snowshoeing

We have 2 groups: Leisure and Intermediate.
The Leisure group: 1 - 2 hours of snowshoeing within Calgary. Pace and length will be geared towards the participants.
The Intermediate group: 2 - 5 hours. Outings will be both in and out of Calgary (Bragg Creek, Sandy McNabb, Kananaskis).

Snowshoeing will focus on winter enjoyment. Participants are expected to arrive early to put equipment on and adjust it, and be ready to start at 10:00 AM (unless another time is posted). For anyone new to snowshoeing, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with your equipment at home or nearby green belt before attending an outing.

WEATHER GUIDELINES
We will snowshoe at temperatures up to -15 C with no wind, or -10 C with slight wind. Come dressed in layers, bring snacks and water (lunch for intermediate group). It is suggested that participants also bring micro spikes or icers in case conditions are not conducive to snowshoeing.

Please remember your FLC membership card, poles, gaiters (intermediate).

PLEASE CHECK THIS WEBSITE FOR CHANGES OR CANCELLATIONS 2 hours BEFORE AN OUTING.
 
Leisure snowshoeing
 
When:  Friday, March 22 at 10:00 AM

Location:  Glennfield - Fish Creek Provincial Park

Meeting Place:  main parking lot at Glennfield day use area near the washrooms

Driving Directions: from Macleod Trail south turn into Bannister Road. Access to Glennfield parking is across from McInnis & Holloway funeral home.

Route Details: to be determined by the attending group.

This is a self directed snowshoe outing. Do bring icetrax/microspikes in case the conditions are not suitable to snowshoeing.

Coffee:  to be determined

Leader:  there is no leader on this snowshoe outing. It would greatly appreciated if one of the participants can text/phone Deana after the outing regarding the number of members that attended.

Leisure Snowshoeing Coordinator:  Deana Michtich  text 403-680-3286

Intermediate snowshoeing
 
When:  Friday, March 15 at 6pm
 
It was good times going through the Weaselhead last week, so many Chickadees, Squirrels and warm temps.
With only a couple events left in the season we will shake things up a bit this week.
We will have an evening hike starting at 6pm, parking is across the street from the St Mary's University entrance in the small lot off of Banister Road SE at 5:45 to be ready.
Predictions are temps of +2 falling slightly to 0.
We will have about a 1/2 hour of daylight due to DST, with the remainder of the hike requiring headlamps and icers.
We should be back to the cars by 8:30 after a great hike through Glennfield, some prairie grassland, bridge 9 and Marilyn's loop.
Conditions could be damp in places but we'll try to stay out of those places.  : )
 
Intermediate Snowshoeing Coordinator:  Bob MacNeill  780-505-0000
 
Walking

We have 2 walking groups: Leisure Walkers (2 levels) and Intermediate Walkers. Join the group which best meets your needs. Both groups are welcoming and social. No Sign Up neededWalks start at 10:00 AM.

Weather Guidelines: We will walk at temperatures up to -15C with no wind, or -10C with a slight wind.  Please check the weather forecast for 10:00 AM. It will be our source for weather. Check this web page for changes or cancellations 2 hours before an outing. For winter walking, have "icers" on hand, in case pathways are slippery.  Icers, also known as ice cleats or ice spikes are essential for providing traction and stability when walking on icy or slippery surfaces during the winter months.

Intermediate and Leisure Walkers

Intermediate Walkers: walks are 8 - 10+ km long, 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 hours long,

Leisure Walkers: LEVEL 1 will be 1½ hours long and approximately 5 to 6 km. LEVEL 2 will be 1 hour long and approximately 4 to 5 km, with variable terrain.

Location:  Fish Creek Provincial Park at 10:00 AM

When:  the first Wednesday of a month

Meeting Point:  Mallard Point parking lot. LEISURE walkers gather at the "near" (= South) end of the parking lot. INTERMEDIATE walkers gather at the "far" (= North) end of the parking lot.

Directions:  drive all the way East along Canyon Meadows Drive SE until the road turns left (North) to Mallard Point parking lot.

When:  other Wednesdays of a month

Meeting Point:  Visitor Centre parking lot by Bow Valley Ranche. LEISURE walkers gather at the "near" (= East) end of the parking lot. INTERMEDIATE walkers gather at the "far" (= West) end of the parking lot.

Directions:  drive South along Bow Bottom Trail SE about 600 m past 153 Ave. SE, turn right (West) to Visitor Centre parking lot.

Route Details:  will vary around the meeting points.

Coffee:  McDonald's off Bow Bottom Trail SE.

Please bring the following: FLC membership card with emergency info, good walking shoes and water.
 
Leaders:
     Intermediate Walkers:  Jane    403-287-1593
     Leisure         Walkers:  Robyn 403-271-0775
Coordinators:
     Intermediate Walkers:  Jane    403-287-1593
     Leisure         Walkers:  Robyn 403-271-0775
 
Alternate Walks
Ad Hoc Dates - contact us if you would/could lead a walk on an alternate day.
Leader:   
Contact & Coordinator:   Jane  403-287-1593
 

BIRD WATCHERS

We are looking for a volunteer to lead the group.
 
Calling all nature enthusiasts!  Are you passionate about birds and the great outdoors? We are looking for a volunteer birdwatching leader to inspire others to explore the avian world around us. 
The leader is responsible for organizing the weekly excursions to various parks and natural sites around Calgary. 
 
If you require more information about the role, please contact Carol Stokes at [email protected].

Birding Coordinator:  to be found

 

FLC Seniors Outdoor Club President:

Contact:   Sue Wilson, 
Contact by filling out this e-mail form. ([email protected])

Membership Information:

2023 - 2024 memberships are available online only starting September 1, 2023 for renewals and new members.  Payment to be made by credit card.

FLC Seniors membership is $15.00; the Outdoor Club membership is $5.00. This is done through the FLC website - Membership. Go to Membership Info, Renew or Sign Up Online. Select Activities - Sign Up. Select Outdoor Club from List.  

For more information:

Contact:   Diane Philie  403-999-5225

Contact by filling out this e-mail form. ([email protected])

Upcoming Events

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