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- Hike: Black Rock MountainSirocco LRT Park & Ride Lot (far east side), Calgary, AB
My events are always weather dependent. If mix mash of rain/thunderstorms the hike will be rescheduled.
Should you need to cancel, please do so within 24hrs to event.
🛑 Please refrain sending me messages telling me why you should be added to the confirmed list! Firstly, they’ll be ignored and secondly you’ll be left on the waitlist!
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Always looking for something new. So here we have it. A hike/light scramble and getting there is half the adventure. This event can only go ahead if we have high-clearance SUV-type vehicles or trucks for the carpool (which your coordinator does not have, nor a vehicle of any sort). Travel is on approximately 20km of rough gravel road each way, as well as through a dry riverbed. Preference is given to those who can commit to driving to make this hike happen. Others will be placed on the waiting list until enough appropriate vehicles are available.Black Rock Lookout sits atop this standalone mountain, offering views to Devil's Head, Mt. Aylmer, the valleys of the Ghost River and Waiparous Creek, and even the Calgary (I know.....) skyline. Enroute, we'll be rewarded with rocky slopes, cliffs, a large plateau, and the packtrail reaching the summit (which has a very short section of slight exposure).
The difficulty in reaching this trailhead makes it feel like one is heading into the wilderness.
Trailhead: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pz29dmrmx1QRCWT7A
https://bobspirko.ca/Hiking/BlackRock/BlackRock.htm
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/black-rock-mountainForecast:
https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Blackrock-Mountain-Alberta/forecasts/2462Hike Stats
Distance: 10km +/-Elevation: 870m +/-
Carpooling Fee: $15 per passenger.
Pace
Slow on incline, moderate on flatish and descent. Will stop to take pictures.NO EXTREME SLOW POKES or BEGINNERS PLEASE.
Participant #: 6-8 Max
Gear (Mandatory): Park pass, hiking boots and clothing appropriate for the season, gaiters, food, water min. of 2-3L., electrolytes, proper hiking clothing (no cotton/jeans), basic first aid kit, rain & wind gear, appropriate eye protection & sunscreen.
Recommended: hiking poles, gps
BE PREPARED. NO COTTON nor BEAR BELLS!
Carpool etiquette: https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53769440
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://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768844
WAIVER: You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip, and provide an emergency name and phone number. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: Waiver will be at the trailhead.
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.
Not open - Mount Norquay via South Ridge (S7)Mount Norquay, Banff, AB
The weather looks like it will allow another spicy scramble. The south ridge route to Norquay is steep with multiple scramble sections. From the summit, I’d like to follow the ridge to the Cliffhouse Bistro at the top of the ski resort and descend from there. This will require a car shuttle.
Climbing helmets are mandatory.🌲 Distance: 7km
🌲 Elevation gain: 1200m
🌲 Time: 8 hours + driving
🌲 Max Group Size: 6 (No children, No Pets, No guests)
🌲 Difficulty: S7 routes (Kane's difficult, YDS 3) will likely encounter steep exposed sections that may have loose rock or smooth down sloping slabs. Frequent use of hands and a cool control of vertigo from extreme exposures is required. A fall could be significant enough to cause death. Route finding skills are generally necessary to find the most feasible way. Improper route finding may lead groups onto technical terrain. A rope may be required by some participants.🌲 Meeting Location: Mount Norquay Parking Lot
🌲 Descriptive Links:
https://trailpeak.com/trails/mount-norquay-south-ridge-ascent-near-banff-13628
Weather: https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-Norquay/forecasts/2522
Route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/mount-norquay-traverse-713fd63🌲 There is a waitlist. If we have not hiked together before, please answer the question regarding your hiking experience. The waitlist for this event is not first come, first serve, but based on ability to fit into the group to make the hike enjoyable for everyone.
🌲 We move at a steady pace with short breaks for delayering, relayering, photos & bathroom breaks.
🌲 Required gear:
- climbing helmet
- water
- lunch / snacks
- hiking boots
- hat / gloves
- technical clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
- rain coat & hood
- personal first aid kit, toilet kit🌲 Suggested gear:
- bear spray
- gaiters
- hand and foot warmers
- light pad to sit on
- trekking poles
- sunscreen, hat, sunglasses🌲 If you wish to carpool, you are welcome to use to comment section to make arrangements.
🌲 If you have not already done so, please read the Slow and Steady Code of Conduct here: https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/CODE_OF_CONDUCT/
🌲 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://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/
🌲 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.
