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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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Valley Ridge--CRAMPONS MANDATORY
Parking lot adjacent to 323 Valley Woods Pl NW, 323 Valley Woods Pl NW, Calgary, al, CAPHOTO CREDIT: PETER SHABADA
This scenic hike begins in Valley Ridge, beside the Bow River, going westward on Bears Paw Dam Trail. Let's explore, with minimal stops, the rolling terrain that leads to a sandstone canyon.
CRAMPONS/MICROSPIKES MANDATORY! NO SPIKES, NO HIKE.
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 hours
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 first come first served -- 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
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.14 attendees
12 Mile Coulee--MICROSPIKES MANDATORY
60 Tuscany Ravine Landing NW, Calgary, AB, CAMicrospikes/crampons with spikes MANDATORY (NOT traction devices for urban walking). NO SPIKES, NO HIKE!!!
12 Mile Coulee, where moose, porcupine, and other wildlife are quite often seen, will keep us out of the wind for our 2-hour walk. This event is NOT FOR BEGINNERS. We'll explore the sheltered slopes of the coulee at a steady pace, stopping briefly only when necessary. The goal is for participants to maintain fitness.
Distance: 7 to 8 km
Elevation Gain: 200 m-ish
Approx. Time on trail: 2 hrs
Pace: Steady, with very few stops.
A waiting list has been created. You are required to read the club waiver. You must sign the the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver and provide your emergency contact's name and phone number to the organizer at the beginning of the hike. Attendance is at the discretion of the organizer, NOT first come, first served -- 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 the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver.
Waiver: https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842
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.2 attendees
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