Mount Bowlen, Mountain summit in Kootenay National Park, Canada
Description
Mount Bowlen is a mountain summit located at the border between Alberta and British Columbia within the Valley of the Ten Peaks. The peak rises to approximately 3,200 meters and can be reached via an alpine climbing route that passes near a mountain hut used by mountaineers.
History
The peak was named in 1953 after John J. Bowlen, an Alberta rancher who became Lieutenant Governor and was named a Blackfoot honorary chief. This naming reflected the growing recognition of key figures in the region's colonial history.
Culture
The original name Yamnee reflects the number three in Nakoda language, showcasing the indigenous connections to this mountain in the Canadian Rockies.
Practical
Climbers should have solid alpine experience and proper gear, as the summit involves challenging rock sections. A mountain hut nearby provides shelter options for those planning overnight trips in the area.
Did you know?
The rock layers on the mountain date from several geological periods, ranging from the Precambrian to the Jurassic era, and were thrust eastward by powerful tectonic forces. These formations create a visible record of ancient Earth history written in stone.
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