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What to do when you are the spare and not the heir? "Ramble of the Remittance Man" will answer this question as you explore the stories of the Second Sons who once settled in the Foothills area.
On this interpretive hike through the stunning Sheep River Valley, your professionally certified guide will share stories of these young men's adventures and the lasting mark they left in on the Foothills historical landscape. Afternoon tea along with snacks worthy of a Second Son will be served along the way.
Don your top hat and cravat for a rollicking good time. Register now for "Ramble of the Remittance Man".
Hikers will meet their Path Less Taken Guide, Leith Monaghan, at the Sheep River Library Parking Lot. The itinerary and hiking route will be reviewed and waivers signed. The group will then drive 20-30 minutes west to the trailhead of choice.
09:00 AM
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Your guide, Leith Monaghan, will meet guests at the Sheep River Library in Diamond Valley. After signing waivers and discussing details for the day, guests and guide will convoy out to the Sheep River Valley, a 20 minute drive west of town.
You will be hiking the Foran Grade loop, a 6.4 km Round Trip (+240 m of elevation). This trail travels along a scenic ridge that provides amazing views of the river valley, rocky outcrops and front range peaks. Guests will be regaled with the history and stories of the Remittance Men and Second Sons that settled in the foothills. Afternoon tea with snacks will provide a well deserved break along the way.
After a fantastic day outdoors, guests can return to Diamond Valley. They are eligible for a "local discount" on food and drinks at the Eau Claire Distillery. A fabulous way to end a day outdoors.
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