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CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Surprise Lake & Mountain

Two alpine lakes, fall colors, old growth forest and views of Mount Daniel. Where else to spend a fall day hiking? CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph)

Contacts

Robert Swann
Robert Swann
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 15.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 4,100 ft

Meet at 6:30 AM at Houghton Park and Ride in Kirkland: I-405 & NE 70th Place, 7041 116th Ave. NE

Route/Place

Surprise Lake & Mountain

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essential Systems

  1. Navigation (map & compass)
  2. Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
  5. First-aid supplies
  6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
  7. Repair kit and tools
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)
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