What we’re about
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.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Goat Creek Trail MTB --Canmore to Banff & BackDalhousie LRT, Calgary, AB
Here we go again!!
What we will do:To the trail head, follow the Smith Dorrien Highway / Spray Lakes Rd 10 kms past the Canmore Nordic Centre and turn right at the Goat Creek parking lot next to the Ha Ling Trailhead. Along the way we will regroup, and if you are speedy or unwilling regroup this event is not for you. We will have several stops for resting and pictures, also we will stop at Banff visitor centre (bathroom break) then locked bike up and relaxed to have lunch at a restaurant in Banff Avenue then ride back taking Legacy trail to Canmore.
Total distance estimate 45km.
---Must answer my questions registering or you will be put on wait list
We will park cars at Canmore and Goat Creek trail parking lot to make this trip work alternatively we can also take the shuttle back from Canmore to Goat Creek parking lot.-We are out in the mountain and it is unpredictable time back so if you are rush to be back. Do NOT signup.
Event Type: Mountain Biking
Distance: Approximately 45km (return)
Elevation Gain: 300 meters gain
Time (Only an Est.): 6-7 hours
Physical Difficulty: Intermediate rider --
Event Pace: Intermediate rider -...will stop for pictures & take breaks when needed.
🌲 Required gear:
- Bike: Road, Mountain, hybrid or gravel bike.
- helmet (mandatory, no exceptions)
- water 2 Lt.
- lunch / snacks
- hat / gloves
- technical clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
- rain coat
🌲 Suggested gear:
- spare inner tube, patch kit and pump
- bear spray
- sunscreen
- personal first aid kit
- camera
Suggested Gear: Camera, gloves might be a good idea...hence the biking kit
🌲 If you wish to carpool, you are welcome to use the comment section to make arrangements.
🌲 Sign up
A Waiting list has been created. You must meet all of the prerequisites, and answer all of the RSVP questions, in order to be moved to the Going list. Attendance is at the discretion of the organizer Sunny, and is not on a first-come-first-served basis.
🌲 If you have not already done so, please read the Slow and Steady Code of Conduct here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit?tab=t.0
🌲 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:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit?tab=t.0
🌲 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. - BOW RIVER URBAN WALKAngel's Cafe, Calgary, AB
Meetup: Edworthy Park: NW Parking lot off Bowness Road - 4105 Montgomery View NW, Calgary. I will be near Angel’s Cappuccino & Ice Cream Hut. (Please be on time - No guests)
We will be walking about 2 to 2.5hrs/possibly 6-9k. We will leave Edworthy Park from Edworthy Park and head towards downtown.
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It is a requirement to read the following walk posting very carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations for it. Failure to do so will result in participant not allowed on this trip. If the organizer deems it necessary to obtain additional information from you, please provide it, otherwise, you will be placed on the waiting list. As a potential participant, you must check this event posting for additional directions from the organizer, including up to walk cancellation.
Walk Description:
Distance: Total distance approximately about 6-9km/ 2-3hrs - depending on conditions.Elevation Gain: Minimal to Moderate
Event Pace: The pace for this hike will be reasonable.
Required Gear: 2 L of Water, Hiking boots (or appropriate running shoes) Wear and bring appropriate layers for the temperatures and weather (Bring snacks for yourself)
Suggested Gear: first aid kitIf 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 walk 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 meetup spot. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: Club Waiver
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.
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
