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How many times have you seen hiking clubs where if you're not a super fast uber- hiker they don't want you going on any harder hikes or scrambles. They believe that if you are slower you should only stick to the easier stuff. Boring!! This is a club for those of us who still wish to do all styles of hiking from easy walks to scrambles. We just don't feel the need to make a "mad dash" for a summit or to finish a trail in record time. Hiking and being in the outdoors is meant to be an enjoyable activity for all of us. Slow and Steady is about hiking at a consistent, manageable pace -- which may vary from slow to moderate depending on the organizer -- and finishing the hike or scrambling to a summit together. If this is more your style and wish to meet like minded hikers please consider joining our club. We will be doing all kinds of summer and winter activities such as day hikes, scrambles, backpacking trips, XC skiing, snowshoe trips, downhill ski trips and any other outdoor related activity. Remember slow and steady wins the race. Lets all enjoy the great outdoors together. Just in a more relaxed pace.
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Jumping Pound Ridge North
Location not specified yetThis is a point to point trail requiring cars at each end. We will start the hike on the JP Summit trail. After the summit we continue north along the JP ridge trail back to the JP north parking lot. This hike offers beautiful views of Kananaskis Country once past treeline. Along the ridge there are stunning views of both the Rockies and the Prairies.
This trip is weather dependent. Check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Length: 10.5 km total
Elevation Gain: 600m
Difficulty: (T3) - See https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1EwslsRqLvFp-6anYK_pw_YNLrr94qklcbyZXsv87qs0/mobilebasic for description of the trail rating system Slow and Steady uses.Trailhead: Take Sibbald Creek Trail/AB-68 S from the Trans - Canada. Then take Powderface Trail to the north JP Ridge trailhead. This is across from Lusk Pass, 7.7km south of Dawson Equestrian. We will meet and drop a vehicle at the north JP Ridge trailhead. We will then shuttle vehicles 6.2km south to the JP Summit trailhead.
RSVP RULES: Late cancellations without a valid reason, will result in a 'no show' at the organizer's discretion. Note that 'no shows' can hinder your attendance on hikes with other organizers.
PACE: steady. We stay in 1 or 2 groups. We stop to layer and delayer, take photos and enjoy the day.
RESTRICTED:: No children
REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
· backpack
· hiking boots
. headlamp
· personal first aid kit
· snacks/lunch
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing
· good attitude
. sense of humour
SUGGESTED GEAR:
. sunscreen
. poles
. change of shoes
. sense of adventureCARPOOLING: Carpooling will not be arranged for this hike; however, please use the comment section to request a ride. Please be considerate of your driver’s car and bring a change of shoes and plastic bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $20.00.
CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must provide an emergency name and phone number at the trailhead. By providing this information at the trailhead, you agree to the waiver. Following is the Slow and Steady Club Waiver: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit.
CODE OF CONDUCT: By signing up for this hike, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit
DISCLAIMER: You are fully aware that your host is a volunteer and not trained guide. Participants are responsible for assessing road, weather, trail and your own physical condition.
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Mount Roberta to Mount Pocaterra (OT5+)
Stoney Nakoda Esso/Tims, 888 Nakoda Way, Kananaskis, AB, CAMount Roberta is at the end of a ridge that connects to Mount Pocaterra. From the col, we’ll follow the ridge as far as we can and hopefully make it to the first Pocaterra peak.
Micro-spikes and Rock Helmets are mandatory.
🌲 Distance: 6-10km
🌲 Elevation gain: 600-900m meters
🌲 Time: 5-7 hours + driving
🌲 Max Group Size: 10 (No children, No Pets, No guests)
🌲 Difficulty: OT5 routes usually encounter short sections of scree (small loose rocks on low angle slopes). Rock outcrops can usually be negotiated without the use of hands. Occasional exposure to heights is to be expected. Sturdy boots with an aggressive tread (such as Vibram) are best for this type of trip. Example: Opal Ridge🌲 Meeting Location: Stoney Nakoda Esso/Tim’s. From there we will convoy 40min to the trailhead
🌲 Descriptive Links:
http://bobspirko.ca/OtherScrambles/KananaskisNorth/MtRoberta/MtRoberta.html
Weather: https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-Pocaterra/forecasts/2000
Route: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/mount-roberta https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/mount-roberta-to-pocaterra-7f967a9🌲 There is a waitlist. If we have not hiked together before, please answer the questions regarding your hiking experience. The waitlist for this event is not first come, first serve, but based on ability to fit into the group to make the hike enjoyable for everyone.
🌲 We move at a steady pace with short breaks for delayering, relayering, photos & bio breaks..
🌲 Required gear:
- climbing helmet
- micro-spikes
- hiking boots
- water
- lunch / snacks
- hat / gloves
- technical clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
- rain coat & hood
- personal first aid kit, toilet kit🌲 Suggested gear:
- Scrambling gloves
- bear spray
- bug spray, tick tweezers
- gaiters
- light pad to sit on
- trekking poles
- sunscreen, hat, sunglasses🌲 If you wish to carpool, you are welcome to use to comment section to make arrangements.
🌲 If you have not already done so, please read the Slow and Steady Code of Conduct here: Code of Conduct
🌲 WAIVER: You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip and you shall arrive prepared with an emergency name and phone number to be recorded on the waiver. Organizer will have a group waiver for you to sign at the trailhead. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: Club Waiver
🌲 Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip and you are responsible 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.
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