This unique Rocky Mountain fundraising adventure takes place in Kananaskis Country and is an all day, return 27km bike and a 13km hike to the 9,626ft summit of Banded Peak Mountain. The event does not provide mountain bikes and hiking equipment, it is up to the individual to come prepared.
The Banded Peak Challenge for Easter Seals Camp Horizon is organized annually by a group of caring Bragg Creek and Calgary area individuals whose vision is to create a unique outdoor based event that both families and individuals can participate in; while at the same time, raising important awareness and much needed support to enable children with disabilities and special needs to attend Easter Seals Camp Horizon.
Location
The event starts at the Little Elbow Recreation Area, at the end of HWY 66 in Kananaskis Country, 30 km Southwest of Bragg Creek, Alberta.
Bike to the Mountain Base Camp
Peddle 13.6 km on the Elbow Valley Trail to the base of Banded Peak Mountain. Appropriate for intermediate mountain bikers and skilled, fit, youth riders.
Hike to the Summit
A 5 km hike up game trails and loose scree to the summit of Banded Peak. Technical climbings skills are not required but we aren't kidding when we say it's a challenge. Full support hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Have Fun and Win Great Outpost Prizes!
Put the same energy and determination needed to complete the Challenge into your fundraising efforts and send deserving kids with disabilities and special needs to camp!
Fundraising pledges count towards your registration fees and enables you to win gifts and enter draws at Banded Peak Challenge outposts. Receive one prize draw ticket for every $50 you raise. Enter to win prizes at each of the 10 stations along the trail.
Make a Difference in a Child’s Life
Every $565 raised will give a special child the life-changing opportunity to spend a week at camp with others who face similar disabilities and special needs.
Read all about last summer's event here: 2011 BPC Newsletter
2011 Presenting Sponsor 
2011 Additional Sponsors
2011 In-kind Supporters:
Event Created By:
John Lajeunesse
Special Thanks to:
Monica Thomas
Conservation Officers and Staff of Kananaskis Country
Friends of the Banded Peak Challenge
All of the volunteers who make this event possible.
Participants can drop off their completed registration form, registration fees and pledges to:
Moose Mountain General Store
16 White Avenue
Bragg Creek, AB
Or mail to:
Easter Seals Camp Horizon
Box 540
Bragg Creek, AB T0L 0K0
Are you an organization looking for a worthwhile cause to support?
Contact Easter Seals Camp Horizon directly 403-949-3818, for information on how your company can make a difference!