Valley Ridge

PHOTO CREDIT: PETER SHABADA

This scenic hike begins beside the Bow River in Valley Ridge, going westward on Bears Paw Dam Trail. Let's explore, with minimal stops, the rolling terrain that leads to a sandstone canyon. This hike is NOT for beginners. We will be out for the full 2 hours. Please do not sign up if you need me to take you back to the parking lot early. The goal is for participants to maintain fitness.
Distance: 7 to 8 km
Elevation Gain: 280 m
Approx. Time on trail: 2
Pace: Steady with very few stops

A waiting list has been created. To be accepted for the event, you are required to read, then agree to the waiver by answering the RSVP question regarding the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver, plus replying to my direct message to give emergency contact's name and phone number. Please COMPLETE BOTH PARTS OF THE QUESTION by: 1, stating your acceptance of the S&S Club risk waiver with, "Yes, I accept"; 2, providing to organizer, when I direct message you, your emergency contact's name and phone number. Attendance is at the discretion of the organizer, not FCFS -- multiple 'no show' would render member ineligible for participation.

Events are weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear shoes/boots with good traction for steep inclines. Poles would be helpful also. Be sure to check the posting the morning of the hike for updates and/or cancellation due to inclement weather.

Prior to the event, you are required to read and agree to the waiver by the RSVP question regarding the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver.
Waiver:[ https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842](http://clicks.meetup.com/ls/click?upn=XbaZ37larFA-2FuV5MohrYpdrra25MtI4CzodbRR1Rd1m6FptESM8A0CGdGZ9eRZpnpGp7QX8IO6ZUxKcuDkTa7FnXmSW7tLzOiIyAcjTaCyNbAyHT-2BaqVQNSs4Ec2UW3cKd09_MxXXifc99O5MKmwaAg7OqR2t-2By7KUOnaWHmT-2F3nAZUMnHVbh1XqGKLhknTZpCjCxnyetVCaUovW-2FQ3layRR8zd5fVEUANo4MQsq7xjJ9RS2ZJfNH-2FurxDF1xjseT-2Bjk6zr4glupGuSmgIYxsgKgT-2FZavEf4jMmbSiK8HM8WHBOsjenWz68S2Dwn57bmgMew2QskyC48ZGWOaAtSUsUVQo7SgSS9V4rYW71xPA3dHq4pD4nExjRPimhR6XPgwY5vCh74dFGAsy0NmgTySllqBsbCC5x4DDIB-2FydKqsqJblmMzljB5javUylwTu-2Bh3h2od9BwRPFua2V8aK05daAVMkhtJ4S8ElrJlda8mM8yRvKZTMRSmnb99YNAYNBNZplk4Gji2rWu4oi20pO01mgj2ff-2BebwV-2BcpKUz30E9AKcCY3WXNc-2Bh2zpCzt5df74zD72bu9QaLhr5DZ4p-2FQ0JkCLzxyPxeWWTC2zmaSdrete-2FMWg5uyxQpOtl-2FwqZTOnEpT09jgtJUokhInsSXsadCCuKot-2FFKxU3ehyOezEiaq9ZIehuFBbZzUTT-2FhtUwegZbjwWNvvorCJ9W01QcWOduYkFrOM44E-2BFXH160BdBvshLfES0-2Fiyp-2BQGaIeF4K46ds8WS8gwFzrqlQV3UO-2FZwumSCg-3D-3D)
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, and current trail 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.