A fuller review of this hike can be found on albertamamas site.
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We started dabbling in hiking as a family in 2015 along with some good family friends, uncovering different places to visit that were within reach of us.
This year, we decided to kick off our 2017 hiking season in Kananaskis Country close to Bragg Creek. It is sometimes harder to know which hikes are appropriate for our family. We have an able and adventurous pre-teen and a six year-old who is just gaining his hiking mojo. Getting a hike ‘just right’ in ability can be a little bit challenging. Sometimes we nail it, sometimes we don’t.
Our first hike this season, Braggin Rights was a challenging choice to say the least! We chose to take Braggin Rights all the way up to Reconnect and down the loop via Long Distance. There were some fun switchbacks at the end of Long Distance, but they were largely downhill so, it kept the trail interesting enough for us.
Starting at the trailhead, there were already a large number of bicycles who were taking the same route, many families and adults use these trails so be aware of the bicycles coming down the hill above you.
The first part of the trail was largely between trees, and there wasn’t very much of a view to be had. But as the trail twisted and turned, there were clearings and views to behold.
This was our first hike of the season and about 8.4km checked off our hiking ‘target’ for 2017! Yes, we are going to keep count. We are undecided as to what our final target should be – Mister Em is suggesting 50km and Girl Em and Boy Em are not so sure yet – so let’s call it a moving target for now.
The best part of our weekend hikes often comes at the end – and this time we chose to dine at the Italian Farmhouse for our lunch. The Em Kids had a wonderful choice each off the kids’ menu and the grown ups had equally delectable warm selections.
For dessert (yes, there is always room), we tried the Scoops N Snacks. If you do go to this store – they ONLY TAKE CASH. So remember to bring some! The ice cream was not the best but completely acceptable as an ending to a Sunday hiking day.
Xoxo
Thank you for stopping by today! Enjoy being you!
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