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September\/October 2021 CORE Newsletter<\/span><\/h1>\n

Executive News<\/span><\/h1>\n

Effective October 27, 2021 a new CORE COVID-19 Rule Has Been Implemented
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At a special meeting this week, the CORE executive passed a motion regarding a new COVID-19 rule. This new rule is effective as of October 27, 2021 until further notice.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

As discussed and passed by the CORE executive on October 26, 2021: <\/span>During these exceptional times and until further notice, all CORE members will be required to be fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to participating in all club activities.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Please note that CORE is not collecting or saving any members medical information.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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CORE is planning a Field Winter Trip, Fun Weekend<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Mark your Calendars for December 3rd to the 5th, 2021!!!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Plans are in the works to hold a CORE Winter Fun Weekend in Field, B.C. for members who enjoy x-c skiing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing or simply love the beauty of winter landscapes. Arrangements have been made with the owners of Truffle Pigs Bistro and Lodge to accommodate CORE members over the weekend. Watch for further details and events on the CORE calendar.<\/p>\n

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WINTER COORDINATOR MEETING – Coordinators meeting for 2021\/2022 winter planning<\/span><\/span>
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This meeting is open to all members who would like to help with coordinating events, for their fellow hikers.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

This meeting is for all hikers, planners, leaders, day-trippers, part-time walkers, nature lovers, photographers, xc-skiers, snowshoers, scramblers, even those who have never led an event. There will be lots of help and mentors and co-trip leaders, who would be happy to come along with you. We have many guide books, maps and computers to navigate any unknown routes. This meeting is for all current CORE coordinators and CORE members who are interested in becoming an event coordinator or just wishing to have someone else put on their favorite trip.<\/span><\/p>\n

CORE’s Executive trip coordinator will be holding this Coordinators meeting on Thursday, November 18, 2021 7pm by Zoom. You will need to sign up for this event to Carol (our executive trip coordinator). Check the calendar for more information.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Something red that could chop wood<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

CORE Hold’s its First Fall Scavenger Hunt Urban Hike<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Coordinated by Lindsay and Carol, they turned a urban hike into a very successful scavenger hunt and hike. What goes up and down in an urban park? What is red and could be used to chop wood? Members had a great time. For more photos go to CORE’s photo album.
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CO<\/span><\/strong>RE’s New Car Pooling Rates<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Effective September 1, 2021 CORE’s executive is recommending a new rate of .30 cents per km. With the price of gasoline being much higher than when we set the contribution rate at .25 cents per km. To calculate the car pooling rate go to CORE’s car pooling and location page.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Members you can now View CORE photo albums and event calendar using your Mobile Smartphone<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

For mobile Smartphone users, there is a Fotki APP available for Android and IOS users, which allows members to login and view CORE photo albums. Just open the APP store on your phone and search for the Fotki App.<\/span><\/p>\n

The CORE calendar can be accessed on your mobile phone using website browsing navigation. It is best used for viewing the calendar. Although events may be posted and edited this is best accomplished on your desktop where you have all your planning resources available.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hiking Apps – Something for Everyone<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Ever wondered when technology would reach the backcountry? The good news: it already has. There are plenty of apps and hiking companions that offer navigation and guidance without the need to be connected to WiFi.\u00a0 Click here<\/a> for a comprehensive guide.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>CORE, ACTIVITIES\/EVENTS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC:<\/span>
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CORE executive has put in place guidelines and recommendations for trip coordinators, and COVID-19 guidelines for keeping members safe, when participating in CORE activities\/events. CORE executive would like to thank all CORE members that put on hikes, bike rides, urban walk’s, etc. for their club members during this unprecedented time.<\/p>\n

Fall is now with us. More activities are planned for the coming months. Continue to watch your emails and CORE calendar for activities\/events.
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Members are encouraged to read the Guidelines “Hiking with CORE in the Time of COVID-19 pandemic.”<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

If the province of Alberta mandates different requirements, the organization may have to make appropriate changes.\u00a0 If the situation changes a newsletter with the updated information will be sent to the members.<\/p>\n

CORE Photo Album<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

All CORE members participating in CORE activities are welcome and encouraged to post photos taken on your outings in the CORE website Photo Albums. There are Photo Management instructions on the CORE Guides<\/a> web page. If you have any trouble uploading your photos, please ask the event coordinator or other experienced CORE member. Some guidelines when posting\u00a0photos:<\/p>\n