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Two-week trip in Canada, summer 2013
Two-week hiking trip to Banff and Jasper National Parks in Canada July 25 - August 7, 2013! A few spaces still left! Call or e-mail us for more information (see schedule for more details).

Levels Ratings

	Hiking Trip Rating Scale Silver Striders Guide Service offers a variety of hiking trips that vary in the level of difficulty. Trips are classified in order of difficulty by two criteria: distance and elevation gain. The classification system makes it easier to find a trip suitable for your fitness and experience level. Harsh weather can add an extra level of difficulty. If you are not sure of your capabilities, it is best to choose a trip that is easier than you think you can do.
	Hiking Scale Easy Between 2 & 4 miles; less than 150 feet elevation gain; slow pace. Good beginning hikes for people who: Want to socialize Are not in good physical condition Have little or no experience hiking Are older and find longer, more challenging trails too difficult now Are interested in receiving a lot of naturalist information Intermediate Between 4 & 7 miles; less than 500 feet elevation gain; moderate pace. Good intermediate hikes for people who: Want to socialize Want to listen to some naturalist information Have some experience hiking Are in moderately good physical condition Advanced Between 7 & 10 miles; between 500 and 1,000 feet elevation gain, moderately fast pace. Good hikes for people who: Want to walk moderately fast. Are able to hike with few breaks Naturalist information is less important Want to get in a solid day of exercise Are in good physical condition Have significant experience hiking
	If you are looking for a more rigorous outdoor experience, check out Cascades Mountaineers — a Central Oregon Mountaineering Club.


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