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Hi folks!
Explorer and photographer here in Calgary, AB.
Anymouse has informed me there's a few problems keeping forum.uea.ca up and running - just back end server stuff. For now, I've holed up here and am happy to be reading all of your posts!
Hopefully this can serve as a little organization and sharing space for all of the folks in Calgary and area that have been orphaned as explorers by the down time of UEA.
I've attached a couple pics from some of the explores I've done. I've since done a lot of training in sport climbing and industrial fall protection / rope access, acquiring some of the gear that goes with it. I could run an explore a little beyond runners and a ball cap, if you know what I mean.
Looking forward to meeting some of you!
//Sparro
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Bump. I'm open to meeting new explorers, sharing some locations, etc. The UER DB is practically empty around Calgary.
In the YYC area? Say hello!
//Sparro
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I don't think there's anybody currently active in Calgary, this province tends to be quite scarce in exploration. Anything abandoned for more than a year gets demolished. You need a keen eye and don't miss any opportunity to explore because it will be turning into condos by the time the sun comes back up.
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Posted by thegerm
I don't think there's anybody currently active in Calgary, this province tends to be quite scarce in exploration. Anything abandoned for more than a year gets demolished. You need a keen eye and don't miss any opportunity to explore because it will be turning into condos by the time the sun comes back up.
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There are some YYCers here, but it's hard to stay active.
Even in a downturn, everything is demolished quickly or locked up airtight.
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Well YYC doesn't stay active if the explorers here don't.
I'd like to go back to a location seen in my previously posted photos.
Consider this an open invitation to those in YYC looking to network, explore, and/or take a few photos while we're at it. After that I'll start looking for some new territory in this big city.
Tentative dates: July 1st - 4th, 2015.
@nicknolte, you in?
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Posted by thegerm
I don't think there's anybody currently active in Calgary, this province tends to be quite scarce in exploration. Anything abandoned for more than a year gets demolished. You need a keen eye and don't miss any opportunity to explore because it will be turning into condos by the time the sun comes back up.
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I wish we had that type of longevity here. It seems like here we often only have weeks from when something gets closed down till it's a hole in the ground.
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Posted by Jester
I wish we had that type of longevity here. It seems like here we often only have weeks from when something gets closed down till it's a hole in the ground.
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Jester are you referring to YVR or YYC?
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Jester is referring to the Vancouver and its greater area. The real estate is stupid there but at least they try to save historic buildings unlike Alberta.
Sparro, I may be able to meet up on those dates, I should be back in Alberta by then. I'll keep in touch.
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Eesh, yeah. Every piece of land is worth cash to someone.
Yeah Germ, DM me when you know.
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I am one of the few people from Calgary who is actually on this as well. Here is a cool picture in a drain by my house.
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Good to see that Magcan is still being put to use!
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I'm fairly new to the yyc area, but far from new to urban exploration. I'd be down to meet up for some adventures some time.
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Hello! I am living that YYC life for now, though I completely agree this city is the pits for exploring, you always need to drive out for at least half an hour to find the good sites!
Heres a picture of me at a gas station tho
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Hey I'm from Calgary looking for some people to explore with and new locations to find!!
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Posted by BreezeZ
Hey I'm from Calgary looking for some people to explore with and new locations to find!!
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There's a meetup thread for people in Alberta looking to get together...
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Posted by Darendor
There's a meetup thread for people in Alberta looking to get together...
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It may be best for BreezeZ to message some locals personally and get out to explore that way - larger meets, specifically the one you're referring to, tend to be 18+. Sorry BreezeZ, looking forward to having you along in Spring 2018. 
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Posted by flySparro
It may be best for BreezeZ to message some locals personally and get out to explore that way - larger meets, specifically the one you're referring to, tend to be 18+. Sorry BreezeZ, looking forward to having you along in Spring 2018.
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Hah yeah I read the requirements, it sucks but I understand why.
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YYC draining marathon anyone? This coming weekend?
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Posted by Stong
YYC draining marathon anyone? This coming weekend?
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Trolololol, yaaassss. I have a bunch I've been meaning to check out. So many. Like.. The marauders map of drains. Lol
Who else is in? This [upcoming] weekend I don't have to work, unlike yesterday. Ha
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I'm running kinda tight on finances to drive down again. I'll most likely be absent.
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