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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.
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Pickle Jar Lakes
Somerset Station, Shawville Gate SW, West Side of the Parking Lot, Calgary, AB, CAJoin me for a hike in Kananaskis. The Pickle Jar Lake hike offers great scenery and wildlife.
Picklejar Lakes Trail on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/canada/alberta/picklejar-lakes-trail?sh=div9ua&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_viralityTrail Description:
Length: 10.5km
Elevation Gain: ~700m
Difficulty: T3 https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1EwslsRqLvFp-6anYK_pw_YNLrr94qklcbyZXsv87qs0/mobilebasic
for the trail rating systemCarpool:
Somerset LRT at 8.00am
Trailhead: See AllTrailsRequired Gear:
Hiking Boots
Personal First Aid Kit
Sunprotection
Refreshment
Hiking Layers
Poles
Change of ShoesRsvp:
Late cancellations without a valid reason, will result in a 'no show'.Carpool:
Comment if needed.
Gas share $15.00.Confidential Electronic Waiver:
You must provide an emergency name and phone number at the trailhead. By providing this information, you agree to the club waiver. Following is the Slow and Steady Waiver: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit.Code Of Conduct:
By signing up for this hike, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/editDisclaimer:
You are fully aware that your host is a volunteer and not a trained guide. Participants are responsible for assessing road, weather, trail and own physical condition.5 attendees
🚶🏾♀️🚶♂️ParkWalk with me🚶♂️🚶🏾♀️
Nose Hill Park, Edgemont and Shaganappi lot, Calgary, AB, CANose 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/
Getting There
Public transport: Closest C-train station is Dalhousie station.
Then take bus number 77 to the top of Edgebrook Drive and walk 50 metres along Edgemont Boulevard to the traffic lights at Shaganappi Trail. Cross at the lights to enter the car park.
On foot: Nosehill parkrun starts next to the car park on Shaganappi Trail opposite Edgemont Boulevard NW Calgary.
By road: From the Alberta Highway 201 (Stoney Trail) turn south onto Shaganappi trail and go straight on through the Country Hills Blvd traffic lights up the hill towards Nose Hill Park. At the next set of traffic lights (junction with Edgemont Blvd) turn left into the car park.
See you there!
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Wilderness Backpack Overnight T3 - Date Change
Heritage LRT Station, 12 Haddon Road SW, Calgary, AB, CARandom Camping. No facilities. Sign up only if you are firm. Preferably you should have experience random camping in Canadian Rockies. Limited spots. You'll need an Ursack, Bear canister or do a hang.
It will be about 1.5 hrs drive south of the city and you'll need a K country pass. I'm definitely driving. We'll be de-camping just after a light breakfast and heading to to a nearby village for snacks after. If you can't do all activities please don't sign up. No cell reception where we are going.
Expect possible cold conditions and possible snow on the ground. There will be no shared equipment. You're expected to be self sufficient. Learn to use your own gear.
Distance: Approx 12 Km one way
Elevation Gain: 550 meters one way
Event Pace: 2-4 hr about hike inMeal planning: 1 dinner and 1 breakfast. We'll be stopping over at a nearby town on the way back for a late lunch.
Note withdrawal cut off time. Will need a minimum of three persons for this to be a go else I might as well solo it. RSVP only if you are firm.
The event host reserves the right to not allow participants on the event if they are not fit enough or are not a fit for the group.
Any questions let me know.
Required equipment:
- Bear Spray
- Bear Canister, Ursack or do a Hang
- Light backpack with gear
- Individual Backpacking Equipment Not going to need everything on this list but its a good place to start. The lighter the better. With my ultralight pack setup, I'll be having a day hike compared to traditional backpack setups.This is a fun anything goes trip. If you are uptight about stuff, this is not be the trip for you. If you can't do all activities, this event is also not for you. Sorry no dogs. We'll carpool from town in the south. Gas Fee contribution: $35.00 per person from Calgary. Note there is no cell reception where we are going.
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. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group. 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.
Waivers: Waivers for this event will be signed at the carpool meeting location.
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