Slow and Steady Hikers

In the off season, I like to do day hikes to some of the all season backcountry campgrounds. One of my favourites is Quaite Valley.

We'll meet at the Heart Creek Trailhead at 9:50am to sign in and get ready to hike. I'll update the meeting location when I can get to my computer, I can't do it on my phone. I'll purchase firewood and kindling. I kindly ask that each person contribute $2 toward the firewood and leave room in their backpack for 1 or 2 pieces. We'll leave the trailhead at 10am and hike to the Quaite Valley campground. I'll start a campfire in the group firepit (perogative of being the organizer and resident Pyro 😂). Everyone will bring their own roasting sticks and food to roast over the fire. There is no grill, just a large firepit. We'll relax, pretend we're camping (my favourite thing), enjoy the campfire, and then hike back to the trailhead. We are not in a rush. Please do not make afternoon or early evening plans

We hike at a relaxed pace, absolutely no running ahead. We stay together as a group. Positive attitudes encouraged, we are out to have fun, enjoy nature, and get ready for backpacking season. For those backpacking this season, I recommend carrying a 25-30 lb pack to start practicing.

Distance and elevation to be updated.

I will be bringing my super friendly, experienced hiking, German shepherd, on a leash. Other dogs, only if I have hiked with the owner before. Please discuss with me in advance. No children, no guests, no trail runners, no people looking for a date, no passive aggressive people. Thank you. 😀

All genders, races, cultures, disabilities welcome. Please send me a note if I can help accommodate you. If you disagree, please don't sign up.

Please dress and pack well for the weather.

All Slow and Steady rules and waivers apply.

Minimum 4 and maximum of 12 people. Preference goes to those who've hiked with me before and have not caused issues. I'm a volunteer and I want everyone to have fun.

If you have any questions, please let me know. If you're accepted and cannot attend, please take your name off the list so someone else can have your spot.

There is a waitlist. Please answer the questions to be considered for the event.

Regular S&S waiver and code of conduct apply and will be signed at the trailhead.

WAIVER:
As per the new policy for waivers, I will bring the group waiver form with me to the Meet-up location and the trailhead. You must sign it before you will be allowed to go on this event. You will also be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information.
You are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this event with the group
Your participation in this event means you have read the waiver and by signing up for this event you have accepted the waiver. If you have stated "no" in your profile you will not be accepted to participate. You are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group

https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/

What we’ll do:
This is an invitation to Slow and Steady members to join us on
5-7 km Thursday evening Fish Creek Walk. The walk will start at 6:00 to facilitate members after work transportation. We will wait up to 5 minutes at the meet up location in case you get stuck in traffic.

Please note that we all walk at different paces, however we strive to stay together and enjoy each others company. We will walk at a slow to medium pace, and will stop for the occasional "Kodak" moment.

Summary:
Event host will pick the route/meetup location each week dependent on weather and trail conditions so please watch the posting!
In the spring we walk along the Bow river at Mallard Point.

Distance: approx. 5-8 km on asphalt or dirt trails
Fish Creek trail system info: https://www.albertaparks.ca/media/2478344/fcpp_single_track_trail_map.pdf

Elevation Gain: minimal

Pace: Relaxed beginner/Intermediate level

What to bring:

• good walking / trekking shoes are a must
• city ice spikes are important to have in winter
• Headlamp
• appropriate layers for the temperature, and snacks if you wish

It is a requirement to read the following trip posting very carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations for it. Failure to do so will result in participant not allowed on event. As a potential participant, you must check this trip posting for additional directions from the organizer, including up to trip cancellation.

Waiver:the waiver form will be signed at the trailhead. You will also be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information.

Disclaimer: You are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this event with the group.