What we’re about
It's FREE to join this Group where new people and a few regular members come out to every event. To see ALL the events, please click on the words "See all" above the first event listed.
We host walks, easy hikes, dance classes, social events and more.
Find us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/359823553370365/
Please call me (Sue 403-200-2356) if:
- there's an event you would like us to offer
- you want to become an Event Organizer who hosts events for us
- you have feedback or suggestions
Let's explore together. Thanks.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Saturday walk, Bow Valley Ranch SW, Fish Creek Park15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, AB
Enjoy exploring Bow Valley Ranch in Fish Creek Park next Saturday (April 27). Wear good footwear to walk 6.5 kms on varied terrain (not just on paved pathways) for 1.5 - 2 hours. The Burns Family owned the ranch for four generations and it is a crown jewel in Fish Creek Provincial Park.
Environment Canada's weather forecast is here.
At 1 pm, meet at the red barn across from the parking lot in Bow Valley Ranch (15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE)
Directions: Take Bow Bottom Trail south past the 146 Ave SE intersection until it narrows to one lane. At the sign for Annie's on your right, turn right. You will see the wood sign shown in the photo above. Drive past it and park. The red barn is across from the parking lot.What to bring/wear
- Water to drink
- Good walking shoes or hiking boots
- Jacket with layers of clothes underneath
- Gloves depending on the weather
- Sun hat or winter hat, depending on the weather
- Ski poles or a walking stick (optional but helps avoid slips and falls)
- Bear spray and first-aid kit (if possible)
Questions
Please call or text Matty: 403-874-1293.Ways to cancel if something comes up and you can't attend
- Write, "Can no longer attend," in the Comments Box (bottom of this page)
- Or, log into your account (top right corner of this page beside your photo). Next, change your RSVP (bottom right corner) by clicking on 'You're going!'
Event waiver
We offer events hosted or coordinated by volunteers who are event players and participants who organize events. As such, we are untrained and uncertified volunteer organizers and participant hosts, not coaches, trainers, or hiking or event experts. By signing up as a member of the Group, or by attending this event as a non-member, you agree to participate in the event voluntarily and entirely at your own risk. You and your guests accept that the event can be dangerous and you agree to fully assume all risks associated with your participation, including travel and carpooling to and from our events with other drivers. You acknowledge, understand, and agree to release and discharge the Calgary Women's Walking and Friendship Group hosts, coordinators, organizers, participants, drivers, and the lessors of event premises from any and all claims or actions that might stem from your voluntary travel and participation in this meetup and event. Thanks. - Walk the pathway to Battalion Park by Sarcee Trail SW5715 Signal Hill Centre SW, Calgary, AB
Walk for an hour on Sunday (April 28) at 11 am behind Signal Hill Centre to reach Battalion Park where hundreds of soldiers hauled 16,000 stones in 1915 to build the massive numbers shown above. This is a loop on paved surfaces into a community with splendid views of the mountains and two shopping districts: Signal Hill Centre and Westhills Town Centre.
At 11 am meet at the bench in front of the Winners store in Signal Hill Centre. The storefront is outdoors at next to Dollarama and Indigo Books.
- Address and click here for a map: 5715 Signal Hill Centre SW, Calgary.
- Driving directions: Reach Signal Hill Centre from Sarcee Trail heading either north and south. On Sarcee Trail, take the Richmond Road West exit. Next, turn right from Richmond Road into Signal Hill Centre where Winners is located against the hill with the massive numbers as shown in the photo above.
Signal Hill is windy. Click here for Environment Canada weather.
What to bring:
- Water to drink
- Jacket or windbreaker, depending on the weather
- Sunhat and sunscreen
- Good walking shoes or hiking boots
- Hiking or ski poles (optional, for balance)
Questions or delayed in traffic? Call Sue at 403-200-2356 and let my phone ring.
Click here for our events.
If possible, cancel if something comes up and you can't attend
Option 1. Note that you won't be coming in the Comments box below
Option 2. Log into your account on this page (top right corner by your photo on this page), then, at the bottom right corner change your RSVP by clicking 'You're going!'Event waiver
As a non-profit meetup group, we offer events hosted or coordinated by volunteers who are event players and participants who organize events. As such, we are untrained and non-certified volunteer organizers and participant hosts, not coaches, trainers, or hiking or event experts. By signing up as a member of the Calgary Women's Walking and Friendship Group, or by attending this event as a non-member, you agree to participate in the event voluntarily and entirely at your own risk. You and your guests accept that the event can be dangerous and agree to fully assume all risks with participating, including travel and carpooling to and from our events with other drivers. You acknowledge, understand, and agree to release and discharge the Group hosts, coordinators, organizers, participants, drivers, and the lessors of event premises from any and all claims or actions that could stem from your voluntary travel and participation in this meetup and event. Thanks. - Sunday walk, Prince's Island Park. High +16 C. Free street parking.600 Princeton Way SW, Calgary, AB
Walk for 1.5 hours on Sunday (April 28) in Prince's Island Park when it's cost-free to park downtown on city streets in zones by ParkPlus pay machines. Click here for Calgary weather.
At 2 pm, meet here at the corner of 5th Street and Eau Claire Avenue SW (one block north of 2nd Avenue).
- Address: 600 Princeton Way SW (in front of the Princeton Grand Condominiums).
- Two Impark Parking lots across the street charge $5 a day.
Questions? Please leave a message for Rana in the Comment box at the bottom of the page.
What to bring
- Sun glasses, sunhat, sunscreen
- Drinking water
- Appropriately layered clothing
- Walking shoes or hiking boots
- Hiking poles/bandana (optional but ideal for balance)
- First-aid kit with bandaids for blisters on feet
Event waiver: We offer events hosted or coordinated by volunteers who are event players and participants who organize events. As such, we are untrained and non-certified volunteer organizers and participant hosts, not coaches, trainers, or hiking or event experts. By signing up as a member of the Calgary Women's Walking and Friendship Group, or by attending this event as a non-member, you agree to participate in the event voluntarily and entirely at your own risk. You and your guests accept that the event can be dangerous and agree to fully assume all risks with participating, including travel and carpooling to and from our events with other drivers. You acknowledge, understand, and agree to release and discharge the Group hosts, coordinators, organizers, participants, drivers, and the lessors of event premises from any and all claims or actions that could stem from your voluntary travel and participation in this meetup and event. Thanks.
- After-work walk (6 pm) in Votier's Flats SW13511 Elbow Dr SW, Calgary, AB
Join us after work at 6 pm on Thursday, May 2, to explore paved and perhaps non-paved pathways in Votier's Flats, located at the southernmost end of Elbow Drive SW. Walk for 90-minutes. The sun will set at 9 pm thanks to more daylight. Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome.
At 6 pm meet by the public washrooms across from the parking lot
- Address: 13511 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary. Drive as far south as you can go on Elbow Drive until the road ends in the parking lot for Votier's Flats. On the way there, you will pass Candle Court SW and a gas station on Elbow Drive just before entering the park.
Check Environment Canada's forecast here.
What to bring/wear
- Water bottle
- Jacket for evening temperature
- Walking shoes or hiking boots
- Ski poles or a walking stick (optional for balance)
- First-aid kit is a good option
Questions
Please call or text Matty: 403-874-1293For all our events click here or follow us on Facebook here.
Event waiver: We offer events hosted or coordinated by volunteers who are event players and participants who organize events. As such, we are untrained and non-certified volunteer organizers and participant hosts, not coaches, trainers, or hiking or event experts. By signing up as a member of the Calgary Women's Walking and Friendship Group, or by attending this event as a non-member, you agree to participate in the event voluntarily and entirely at your own risk. You and your guests accept that the event can be dangerous and agree to fully assume all risks with participating, including travel and carpooling to and from our events with other drivers. You acknowledge, understand, and agree to release and discharge the Group hosts, coordinators, organizers, participants, drivers, and the lessors of event premises from any and all claims or actions that could stem from your voluntary travel and participation in this meetup and event. Thanks.
