Slow and Steady Hikers

🚶🏾‍♀️🚶‍♂️ParkWalk with me🚶‍♂️🚶🏾‍♀️

Sat, Mar 28 · 8:30 AM MDT

Nose Hill Parking Lot, Shaganappi Trail NW and Edgemont Drive, Calgary, Calgary, AB, CA

Nose Hill ParkRun is a free, weekly 5k community event. WALK, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! It is entirely organised by volunteers.

We will meet and greet at 8:30am - Shaganappi Trail NW and Edgemont Drive, next to the bathroom at the parking lot. The walking event starts every Saturday at 9:00am. We will go at a leisurely pace. Afterwards, we will grab a post parkrun beverage/snack at the Friends cafe (104-45 Edenwold Drive NW, Calgary T3A 3S8).

It's free, but please register with parkrun before you first come along if you want your time recorded. You'll get a scannable copy of your barcode to help track your progress.

For more information, please go to https://www.parkrun.ca/nosehill/

See you there!

Troll Falls, Marmot Falls and Upper Falls (T2) **Slow**MICROSPIKES MANDATORY*

Sat, Mar 28 · 9:30 AM MDT

Troll Falls Kananaskis, The trailhead is located just off (right) of the Nakiska road about a half mile from highway 40 in Kananaskis. Look for 'Stoney, Calgary, AB, CA

This is one of the best spots for waterfalls in Kananaskis. There will likely be ice and mud, so spikes are mandatory.

We will hike to Troll Falls, then take the scenic side trail to Marmot Falls and Upper Falls. There is also a small canyon at the very end that we will check out before taking the loop back to the parking lot.

This trip will be weather dependent. Please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled.

TRIP DESCRIPTION:
Distance: 4.0 kms
Elevation Gain: ~ 300 m
Time: Approx. 4 - 5 hours plus driving time.
Physical Difficulty: T2 – See Trail Rating System for description of the trail rating system Slow and Steady uses.

It is a requirement to read the following trip 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 event. As a potential participant, you must check this trip posting for additional directions from the organizer, including up to trip cancellation.

RSVP RULES: Late cancellations without a valid reason, will result in a "no show" at the organizer's discretion. Please note that 'no shows' can hinder your attendance on hikes with other organizers.

RESTRICTIONS: No dogs (except for health), no children, no guests.

EVENT PACE: The pace for this hike will be at a steady pace, no racers. We will hike together as a group or within view, taking short breaks as required to delayer, re-layer, take pictures, and catch our breath.

TIMELINE: The duration of this event is only approximate. Please do not rush the group back for an appointment. We are out there to enjoy the day and co-hikers.

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Distance: 4.5 km +/-
Elevation Gain: 350 m +/-
Event Duration: 5 hrs plus driving
Physical difficulty: T2 – See Trail Rating System for description of the trail rating system Slow and Steady uses.

REFERENCES:
https://playoutsideguide.com/2019/11/troll-falls-and-marmot-creek-upper-falls/

TRAILHEAD:
Troll Falls Trailhead

REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
· bear spray
· backpack
. microspikes ** Mandatory**
· hiking boots
. toque
. headlamp
· personal first aid kit
. hand/toe warmers
· snacks
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
. warm layers
. gloves/mittens
· personal first aid kit
. microspikes :-)
. sense of humor

SUGGESTED GEAR:
· gaiters
· poles
· hot drink/food

RESTRICTIONS:
No dogs (only if well behaved), No guests, No bear bells

CARPOOLING: We will meet at Shouldice Park and Ride at 8:15 a.m. to arrange carpooling. Please be considerate of your driver’s vehicle and bring a change of shoes and bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $20.00 Carpool Etiquette

CODE OF CONDUCT: By signing up for this hike, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct

CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must complete the electronic waiver before you are allowed to go on this hike. You will be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact.

If you are confirmed on this hike, you must complete the following electronic waiver in order to attend: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6MLV7SR

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, weather, trail and avalanche conditions for the trip. You must ensure you are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.

Ping pong, cards, board games, foosball, crokinole, chess, music, conversation

Sat, Mar 28 · 7:00 PM MDT

Location not specified yet

House party with lots of fun activities going on.

Ping Pong, some time for beginners, some for intermediate, some for experienced.

• Card and board games are supplied - and bring your favorite game.
• Foosball
• crokinole is a dexterity board game, possibly of Canadian origin. Players take turns shooting discs across the circular playing surface, trying to land their discs in the higher-scoring regions of the board, while also attempting to knock opposing discs off the board.
• Music - Sometimes someone will play piano, sometimes guitar,
• Come make friends, hang out, and if you like, feel free to bring your special talent and show off a bit :)

James’ house Is 65 Tuscany meadows place nw

I don't charge for you to attend but it is kind of a potluck. If this is your first time attending no need to bring anything - just come and see what it's like. For others, please bring a *favourite* snack/dish to share with others - no need to bring chips or sweets, we haven't eaten all the bags of chips and sweets people have brought so far, so please bring something a bit healthy. Suggestions could be - fruit plate, vegetable plate, cheese plate, appetizers, sushi, finger food (I have a microwave and oven and stove), hot entree, pizza or, even better, bring something you are famous for making! I supply beverages (soft drinks, iced tea).

Transportation:
Some people need a ride, some have expressed willingness to provide a ride. Please leave a comment if you want to add your name to either of those two lists and in which neighborhood you live. We often have people coming from Tuscany, Varsity, Arbor Lake, Marlborough Park, Kensington, Hawkwood, Lincoln Park, Dalhousie, Mission and more. Post a message in the group chat here or communicate amongst yourselves when you are here.

This event is posted on a few meetups So there are more people than listed here. It doesn’t matter which one you sign up on. Sometimes the meetup site has had problems with allowing people to sign up - If you have any problems please leave a comment here so I can address it, or send me a private message.

WAIVER: By signing up (RSVP) for this event, you signify that you are aware of and assume all the risks associated with this event and are aware of your physical and emotional limits and how they relate to this particular event. You expressly acknowledge and assume all additional risks and dangers that may result in property damage, physical injury and/or death, which may be above and beyond the inherent dangers and risks of the Activity, including but not limited to: Falling or loss of balance; icy, slick or uneven surfaces; collisions with natural or man-made objects, other people, and/or other motor vehicles; the negligence or failure of myself, the Releasee, or other participant to act safely.
You also agree that you take full responsibility without exception for the safety and well-being of yourself and your guest(s) and promise to not hold the host(s) or event organizers and/or any other groups responsible for any harm, injury or property damage that might occur as a result of your participation. Participants who agree to carpool do so at their own discretion and risk. It is against the law for you to drive impaired by alcohol and/or drugs.