Boise Grand Slam Challenge II (Day Hiker Registration)

Welcome to the Second Annual Grand Slam!
🚨 This RSVP is for DAY HIKERS ONLY 🚨
If you’re interested in camping, please join the waitlist here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p8gybACO1QJ8OlBIp3JdcH9qzvgw4YQrj1BS2c9Az9U/edit?usp=sharing
This is an exciting kickoff to backpacking season
—an opportunity to connect, have fun, and challenge yourself by attempting the four “Grand Slam” peaks just outside Boise:

• Kepros (5,428 ft)
• Lucky Peak (5,904 ft)
• Mt. Heinen (6,336 ft)
• Cervidae Peak (4,987 ft)

Important: You are NOT expected to complete all four peaks. Choose the hikes that work best for you—this is not a competition.

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## 📍 Meeting Locations (ONLY two start points)

• Saturday, May 2: 7:30 AM @ Albertsons parking lot (Federal Way)
• Sunday, May 3: 8:00 AM @ Mt. Heinen Trailhead

⚠️ We will NOT meet you at Lucky Peak or Cervidae Peak trailheads.
⚠️ Do NOT go directly to the campsite.

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## ℹ️ Please Read Before Attending

Event FAQ:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ea4TH65gMbH9lv7PVcTubi5bz7GQeUL05cd43Nds68g/edit?usp=drivesdk
Questions? Please message Scottie directly.

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## 🗺️ Itinerary

### Day 1 (May 2)

• Meet: 7:30 AM sharp @ Albertsons
• Brief orientation + Q&A
• Carpool to trailhead (limited parking)

Peak #1: Kepros
9.4 miles | 1,978 ft gain
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/kepros-mountain-trail
Return to Albertsons

• Lunch (~30 min) — bring food or grab something nearby

Peak #2: Lucky Peak (Shaw Mountain via Adelmann Mine)
8.4 miles | 2,350 ft gain
https://hikingboise.com/2023/07/11/lucky-peak-via-adelmann-mine-trail/
➡️ Return home after hikes (camping is full—join waitlist if interested)
Day 1 Total:
17.8 miles | 4,328 ft gain

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### Day 2 (May 3)

• Meet: 8:00 AM sharp @ Mt. Heinen Trailhead
• Carpool strongly encouraged (limited parking)

Peak #3: Mt. Heinen
9.3 miles | 3,690 ft gain
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/mount-heinen
Peak #4: Cervidae Peak
4.5 miles | 1,932 ft gain
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/cervidae-peak
Day 2 Total:
13.8 miles | 5,622 ft gain
*NOTE: if there was a big rain before the event, we do not recommend driving in a sedan to the Mt. Heinen trailhead but a truck or higher clearance vehicle. Follow the AllTrails reports to get updates. Last year it was dry and Scottie made it slowly in his Prius without difficulty.

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## 🎉 Awards Celebration

Warehouse Food Hall | 6:30–7:30 PM
Join us for a casual celebration! Organizers will present certificates to those who complete the Grand Slam. All are welcome—no reservation needed.

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## 📊 Grand Total (All Peaks)

31.6 miles | ~9,950 ft elevation gain

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## 🎒 What to Bring (Essentials)

• Backpack
• Rain jacket
• Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
• At least 2L water per hike (+ extra in your car)
• Electrolytes (drinks, chews, or gels)
• Snacks
• First aid kit (including blister care)
• Positive, flexible attitude

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## 🏔️ History of the Grand Slam

The Boise Grand Slam was created by Tom Lopez, author of several hiking and backpacking guidebooks. Similar regional challenges include:

• Washington: Mailbox Peak, Mt. Si, Mt. Teneriffe
• Oregon “DDD”: Mount Defiance, Devil’s Rest, Dog Mountain

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## 💛 Donations

We appreciate support for event materials (banners, stickers, certificates, etc.).
Donate via Meetup pledge or Venmo:
https://www.venmo.com/u/Idahohikersandbackpackers

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## ⚠️ Policies & Expectations

• No alcohol or illegal drugs
• No firearms or weapons
• Follow Leave No Trace principles
• You may turn around at any time, but you are responsible for your own transportation
• This is a participant-led event—we are facilitators, not guides
• Be prepared to contribute to a safe group experience

If you cancel, please notify organizers ASAP. No-shows impact the group and future participation.
If you’re feeling unwell, please stay home—we’ll hike together another time.

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## RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

I understand that during my participation in this Outing, I may be exposed to risks and hazards, foreseen or unforeseen, which are inherent and cannot be eliminated without diminishing the Outing.

These inherent risks include, but are not limited to, the dangers of serious personal injury, property damage, and death (“Injuries and Damages”) from exposure to the hazards of travel, location, and weather.
I agree that the Organizer (s) has not tried to contradict or minimize my understanding of these risks. I know that Injuries and Damages can occur by natural causes or activities of other persons, animals, trip members, trip leaders or third parties, either as a result of negligence or because of other reasons. I understand that risks of such Injuries are involved in adventure travel such as this Outing and I accept that I must exercise extra care for my own person and for others around me in the face of such hazards.
I understand that on this Outing there may not be rescue or medical facilities or expertise necessary to deal with the Injuries to which I may be exposed.
To the fullest extent allowed by law, I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY the Organizer from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by the negligence of the Organizer or other participants in any way connected with this Outing. I further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the Organizer (s) from any claims, losses, Injuries and Damages caused by my own negligence while a participant on the Outing.
I understand and intend that this assumption of risk and release is binding upon my heirs, executors, administrators and assigns. I have read the Outing description and this Release of Liability in its entirety and I freely and voluntarily assume all risks of such Injuries and notwithstanding such risks, I agree to participate in the Outing. I have read, I understand, and I agree to this Release of Liability.