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.
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See all- Lineham Ridge (T3) - *Strong beginners*Westhills Safeway, Calgary, AB
Lineham Ridge (Kananaskis) is described as "God's garden at its finest". Now that the wildflowers are blooming, let's go and take a look. The hike is a beautiful trail that opens up above tree line. It has a steady elevation gain but the views will make it worthwhile. This is an intermediate trail that requires stamina. We will only go to the 750 M mark as the rest to the summit is a scramble.
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 being allowed on this trip. A waiting list has automatically been created to determine this trip’s suitability for you as a potential participant. You must meet all the prerequisites to be eligible to attend this trip. If the organizer deems it necessary to obtain additional information from you, please provide it, otherwise, you will remain on the waiting list.
For your safety and the others of the team, you must answer all questions and meet all the pre-requisites to be eligible to attend this trip. If the organizer deems it necessary to obtain additional information from you, it must provided. As a potential participant, you must check this trip posting for additional directions from the organizer, including up to trip cancellation.
This trip is weather dependent, so please check the website the morning of the hike to make sure the trip has not been cancelled.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Distance: 10 kms +/- out and back
Elevation Gain: 750 m
Physical Difficulty: T3
Trail rating: Trail ratingDESCRIPTIVE LINKS:
Lineham Ridge Hike | Alisen Dopf
Lineham Ridge
Weather:
Yr - Kananaskis Village - Hourly weather forecastRSVP RULES: Late cancellations without a valid reason, will result in a "no show" at the organizer's discretion.
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.
REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
. bear spray ** MANDATORY**
· backpack
· hiking boots (sturdy)
. sunhat
. headlamp *MANDATORY
· personal first aid kit
· snacks
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
. warm layers
· plastic bag for your wet/muddy stuff
. good attitude
. sense of humour ** Mandatory :-)
Watch this video on the Ten Essentials!SUGGESTED GEAR:
· gaiters
· poles
· change of clothes
. sense of adventureCARPOOLING: We will meet at West Hills at 7:150 a.m. Suggested gas fee contribution is $20.00 per person (Gas Fees by Area and Price). Please be considerate of your driver’s car and bring a change of shoes and a plastic bag for dirty footwear. Carpool etiquette
CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must complete the electronic waiver before you are allowed to go on this hike. The waiver is located at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZPJ7JKC
CODE OF CONDUCT: Please familiarize yourself with the group's code of conduct: Slow and Steady Code of Conduct
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.
- Mount RobertaNeeds location
This in and out hike is a challenging hike due to the steep climb. There is no real defined trail and will also have some easy scrambling. The views once we exit the trees are amazing. The top offers great views of Upper and Lower Kananaskis Lakes, Poceterra Ridge, and Gap and Elpoca Mountains.
This trip will be weather dependent. Please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Length: 5.6 km total
Elevation Gain: 610mDifficulty: (T3) - See https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1EwslsRqLvFp-6anYK_pw_YNLrr94qklcbyZXsv87qs0/mobilebasic for description of the trail rating system Slow and Steady uses.
Trailhead: 8k past the hwy 40 winter gate is a pull off. This is the entrance for the Kananaskis fire lookoutRSVP RULES: Late cancellations without a valid reason, will result in a 'no show' at the organizer's discretion. Note that 'no shows' can hinder your attendance on hikes with other organizers.
PACE: steady. We stay together or in 2 groups. We stop to layer and delayer, take photos and enjoy the day.
RESTRICTED:: No children
REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
· backpack
· hiking boots
. headlamp
· personal first aid kit
· snacks/lunch
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing
. spikes
· good attitude
. sense of humour
SUGGESTED GEAR:
. gaiters
. sunscreen
. poles
. change of shoes
. sense of adventure
CARPOOLING: Carpooling will not be arranged for this hike; however, please use the comment section to request a ride. Please be considerate of your driver’s car and bring a change of shoes and plastic bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $20.00.
CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must sign agreeing to the club waiver at the trailhead. You will need to provide an emergency name and phone number. Following is the Slow and Steady Club 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/edit
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.
