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SUMMARY:Ribbon Falls - (T3) - Strong beginners **Exploratory**
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nWith the rain that we’ve been having\, this is the perfect time to see a waterfall. Rain is in the forecast\, but it’s a very low possibility. \nRibbon Falls is one of the best waterfall hikes in Kananaskis and in fact one of the prettiest waterfalls in Alberta\, especially in spring when many alpine trails are still snowbound. Even though it’s a long hike\, the elevation gain is modest\, so it’s doable for the majority of regular hikers. \nPlease read the following trip posting very carefully to ensure this hike is right for you. Please answer any RSVP questions\, and if the organizer deems it necessary to obtain additional information from you\, please provide it or you will remain on the waitlist. \nThis trip is weather dependent\, so please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure the trip has not been cancelled. \n***All participants are expected to act as a responsible member of the group. Shared values of this trip include personal responsibility and mutual reliance (we all look out for one another)\, fun\, safety and respect. The organizers are not guides\, but have the final say in matters of safety.*** \nBe Bear Smart! Bears are everywhere. Please be prepared with your bear spray. http://www.albertaparks.ca/kananaskis-country/advisories-public-safety/wildlife/be-bear-smart.aspx \nREFERENCES:\nhttps://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/kananaskis-country/advisories-and-public-safety/trail-reports/kananaskis-valley/ribbon-creek-summer/\nhttps://share.google/xubZlmlJwqveW9YHc \nWeather: \nTrail Desscripton:\nDistance: 20 km +/-\nElevation gain: 500 m. (heard it is much less) \nEvent Pace: We will hike at a steady pace. It is expected that everyone stays together in a group for safety. Please do not sign up for this hike if you are not interested in hiking with the group. \nREQUIRED: (Gear & Supplies)\n. Kananaskis park pass ***\n· backpack\n· hiking boots\n. bear spray ****MANDATORY**\n· snacks/lunch\n. water (2l)\n· appropriate clothing (no cotton)\,\n. warm layers\n. sunscreen\n. bug spray\n. bathroom kit\n. personal first aid kit/medications\n. sense of humor \nSUGGESTED: (Gear & Supplies)\n· hiking poles\n. lightweight pad to sit on\n. sunglasses/hat\n. sense of adventure \nRESTRICTIONS: No dogs\, no children\, no guests \nCARPOOLING: We will meet at Shouldice Park and Ride at 6:45 a.m. to arrange carpooling. We will leave at 7:00 a.m. sharp. 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 $25. \nCONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must complete the electronic waiver before you are allowed to go on this hike. This eliminates the need for handling a pen/pencil/clipboard. The waiver is located at: __________ \nI have read and agree to Slow and Steady’s full Waiver and full Code of Conduct located at: https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/ DISCLAMIER\nand\nCODE OF CONDUCT: http://bit.ly/SnS_Conduct \nDISCLAIMER: 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 (if applicable) 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.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/ribbon-falls-t3-strong-beginners-exploratory/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260907T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260910T015036Z
CREATED:20260903T010232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T015036Z
UID:10000155-1788807600-1788987600@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Slow and Steady Store Open Now
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nSupport your club and wear our colors. I’m trying something new to promote the best hiking club in the country…maybe the world.\nI’m also making swag at home now. T-shirts\, ball caps\, mugs\, water bottles etc.\nContact me by DM or email to slowandsteady@shaw.ca \nAlso have stuff at: \n[http://tee.pub/lic/j2Cu4cK35po](http://tee.pub/lic/j2Cu4cK35po)
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/slow-and-steady-store-open-now-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260907T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T000000
DTSTAMP:20260908T012147Z
CREATED:20260905T011809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T012147Z
UID:10000158-1788814800-1788825600@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Voluntary Donation Drive for Meetup Fees
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nTHIS IS A NON ATTENDANCE REQUIRED EVENT. \nThe semi annual meetup fees are due and I would appreciate some help. This is entirely voluntary but a spare $1 or$2 would help a lot and keep the club afloat for another 6 months.\nWe will ALWAYS be a free membership club. This has nothing to do with Membership fees. This is to pay for the website. Thanks in advance. \nFor email transfers my address is: slowandsteady@shaw.ca \nOr use PayPal
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/voluntary-donation-drive-for-meetup-fees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260907T012044Z
CREATED:20260905T011809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T012044Z
UID:10000159-1788854400-1788883200@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Smutwood -  cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nThis hike is moderately challenging but\, we are not doing the peak. The hike begins through the forest for 2.5 k\, then follows Commonwealth Creek. The ascent begins at 6 k and the wind can be quite strong\, higher up. The views are fantastic with alot of photo opportunities. Poles might be helpful. The trail can be muddy and challenging if we get rain. I expect the trail out might be quite busy. Note: leave a little extra time as the Smith Dorien was very rough early this week. \nDistance: 14 km\nElevation gain : 560 m.\nDirections: From hwy 40 take hwy 742 and then Smith Dorien. Turn at Engadine Lodge and drive 1k\nMeeting point: the trailhead \nEvent Pace: steady though we stop for photos. \nhttps://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/mount-smutwood\nbut we are not doing the scramble to the peak \nREQUIRED: (Gear & Supplies)\n. Kananaskis park pass ***\n· backpack\n· hiking boots\n. bear spray\n· snacks/lunch\n. water (2l)\n· appropriate clothing\n. warm layers\n. sunscreen\n. bug spray\n. bathroom kit\n. personal first aid kit/medications\n. sense of humor\nSUGGESTED: (Gear & Supplies)\n· hiking poles\n. lightweight pad to sit on\n. sunglasses/hat\n. sense of adventure \nRESTRICTIONS: No dogs\, no children\, no guests\nPlease be considerate of your driver’s car and bring a change of shoes and plastic bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $25.\nAt the trailhead by providing an emergency contact and their phone number\, you are accepting the club waiver\nClub Waiver: to follow\nDISCLAIMER: You are fully aware that your host is a volunteer and not trained guide. You assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. You are responsible for assessing the current road\, trail and weather conditions along with your physical condition. Please be prepared with proper gear
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/smutwood-saddle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T153000
DTSTAMP:20260908T012147Z
CREATED:20260907T012044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T012147Z
UID:10000166-1788856200-1788881400@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Piper Pass
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nThe initial part of the trail up to Edworthy Falls is mostly an old road. At the second cairn the path becomes much narrower and is slightly overgrown for the next 3 k. After that it opens up into a beautiful high alpine meadow\, with towering mountains on either side. The final scramble up scree is tough but very doable. The view from the top of the pass is incredible and definitely worth it. There is a creek crossing along this trail. Water sandals are recommended as the water may be knee-deep. \nDistance: 21k\nElevation gain : 1000 m. \nDirections: take hwy 40 to the Elbow lake parking lot\nMeeting point: the trailhead \nEvent Pace: steady though we stop for photos. \nREQUIRED: (Gear & Supplies)\n. Kananaskis park pass ***\n· backpack\n· hiking boots\n. bear spray\n· snacks/lunch\n. water (2l)\n· appropriate clothing\n. warm layers\n. sunscreen\n. bug spray\n. bathroom kit\n. personal first aid kit/medications\n. sense of humor \nSUGGESTED: (Gear & Supplies)\n· hiking poles\n. lightweight pad to sit on\n. sunglasses/hat\n. sense of adventure\n**water shoes and a towel** \nRESTRICTIONS: No dogs\, no children\, no guests \nPlease 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. \nAt the trailhead by providing an emergency contact and their phone number\, you are accepting the club waiver \nClub Waiver: to follow \nDISCLAIMER: You are fully aware that your host is a volunteer and not trained guide. You assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. You are responsible for assessing the current road\, trail and weather conditions along with your physical condition. Please be prepared with proper gear
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/piper-pass/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T013544Z
CREATED:20260906T012446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T013544Z
UID:10000160-1788890400-1788897600@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Urban Walk – Okotoks - Local Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n**What we’ll do**\n**This is an invitation to Slow and Steady members to join me on Tuesday evenings for a 5-8 km urban walk exploring the Okotoks Trail system. The riverside trails are beautiful and deer are frequently sighted during our evening walks. The walks start at 6:00 pm. We will wait up to 5 minutes at the meet up location in case of traffic. Please call me at 780-237-5933 if you are lost or have a last minute cancellation. Please do not send a meetup message – I don’t get notifications off wifi.** \n**Attendance can be at the organizer’s discretion.** \n**Please note that we all walk at different paces\, however we strive to stay together and enjoy each others company. If you wish to walk very quickly this walk may not be for you. We love to stop for “Kodak” moments periodically as the ever changing weather/seasons provide memorable moments.** \n**Summary:**\n**Event host will pick the route each week dependent on weather and trail conditions. In the past we have taken different routes (i.e. walked the River trails; through town; around the dog park and Drake Landing pond etc…..) Occasionally ice cream may be part of our evening.** \n**Distance: approx. 5-8 km on asphalt or dirt trails** \n**Elevation Gain: minimal** \n**Physical Difficulty: Good walking / trekking shoes are recommended. Street shoes (i.e. flats / any boot with a heel) will not be acceptable.** \n**Pace: Relaxed** \n**• What to bring**\n**You must have water and a headlamp with you**\n**For winter you must have city spikes with you**\n**Appropriate footwear\, appropriate layers for the temperature\, and snacks if you wish** \n**• Important to know**\n**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/pages/19453923/CODE_OF_CONDUCT/** \n**WAIVER: You must sign our club waiver at the meetup location before you are allowed to go on this trip. You will need to provide an emergency name and phone number** \n**Disclaimer: 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 event with the group.**\n**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.i**
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/urban-walk-okotoks-local-pathways-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T013544Z
CREATED:20260906T012446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T013544Z
UID:10000161-1788892200-1788899400@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Jack Rabbit and Weaselhead /T2
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nThis is an urban walk is to keep up our fitness for hiking. We will walk the Glenmore Reservoir area\, often up and down hills on the dirt trails (about 200-metre elevation gain). This is not a stroll and we are going at a moderate pace (~4-4.5 km/hr). If you are speed demons and not willing to stay with the group please do not sign up. \n**Location:** We will meet at the parking lot at 24 Street and 90 Avenue SW next to the splash park.\n**Distance:** Approx. 6-9 km.\n**Time:** 1.5-2 hrs\n**Weather note:** Generally\, the hike will go ahead in light rain or snow. If the dirt trails are too muddy or slippery\, we will walk along the pathway.\n**Who can attend:** Members only. No dogs.\n**Gear requirements:**\nHiking boots/shoes or appropriate footwear for dirt trails. There is usuallyally ice and slippery paths.\nDress appropriate for the weather\nPoles if desired\nBear spray is handy to have in this area\nFor winter – microspikes & light source are required!**\n**For summer – hat\, water\, bug spray are recommended** \n**WAIVER:** You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club.\nYou are coming at your own risk.\n[https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842](https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842)\n**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.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/jack-rabbit-and-weaselhead-t2-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260909T013544Z
CREATED:20260906T012446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T013544Z
UID:10000162-1788894000-1788901200@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Tuesday Evening Urban Walk / Nose Hill 1
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nI feel the need to get some mid week exercise so urban hikes are the plan. Since the two Paul’s have Wednesday evening covered\,Tuesday is the day. So lets explore Calgary and vicinity. \nWe’ll walk for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours at a Slow and Steady pace. All abilities are welcome. The more we walk the stronger hikers we become. \nhttp://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/c/a/5/600_436147333.jpeg \nWaivers: As per the new policy for waivers\, I will bring the group waiver form with me to both the Calgary Meetup location and the trailhead. You must sign it before you will be allowed to go on this event. You will also be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information. \nYou 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 event with the group
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/tuesday-evening-urban-walk-nose-hill-1-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260909T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T015036Z
CREATED:20260906T012446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T015036Z
UID:10000163-1788937200-1788984000@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Smutwood Peak
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n**Elevation gain 900m**\n**Distance 19km**\n**Pace: Moderate**\n**Trip Description:**\nhttps://bobspirko.ca/OtherScrambles/KananaskisNorth/Smutwood/Smutwood.html \nSmutwood Peak is a challenging hike but offers spectacle views of Birdwood lakes\, mount Birdwood and mount Smuts. Carpool meet up is pump station Hwy 22 north of Trans Canada Hwy. Carpool fees are $20.00. If meeting at trailhead please inform hosts. This trip is weather dependent. \n**Required Items to Bring:**\nBig Smile\nHiking Boots\nHelmet\nWarm Layers\nRain/Wind Gear\nLunch\nWater 2L (or more in hot weather)\nBear Spray\nSunscreen/Insect Repellent\nPersonal First Aid Kit \n**This hike is best suited to strong/very fit hikers. We will move at a steady pace with breaks for snacks. You will be moved to attending based on your answers to questions.** \n**RSVP open on September 4th.** \n**Please answer all questions upon registering for this event.** \nWAIVER: 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. \nDISCLAIMER: 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.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/smutwood-peak/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260909T013544Z
CREATED:20260906T012446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T013544Z
UID:10000164-1788944400-1788969600@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Bike Ride : Sheep River Falls
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n🌲**Trip Description**\nWe did this ride last year — it was definitely a challenge with the elevation gain\, but also a rewarding experience. We got to take in the beauty of the countryside and enjoy the waterfalls during our lunch break.\nIt starts in Turner Valley(Diamond valley) and follow Sunset boulevard west. It turns into Highway 546 : follow the signs to Sandy McNabb Campground. It’s about 35 kilometers to Sheep River Falls.\nFrom the Sheep River Falls turnoff\, it’s a 250 meters walk to the falls where there are some benches to relax at.\nPlease consider whether you’re comfortable sharing the road with vehicles. **Wind** will also be a key factor\, and I’ll be monitoring the forecast closely.\nIf conditions are too windy\, the ride will be cancelled — so please **check for updates before heading out.**\n– Distance: about 70 km round trip\n– Elevation gain: about 600 -700meters (there are a few steep hills !)\n– Time on your tail: about 6-7hours but no promises.\n– Group size: 6-8\n🌲**Post-Ride Hangout!** 🚴‍♂️☕\n***After we wrap up our ride\, we’re going to tailgate and hang out! We’ll gather at the parking area where we meet. There’s a small picnic table where we can relax\, chat\, and enjoy some time together after the ride.***\n***Please feel free to bring some snacks\, food\, or drinks to share with your fellow riders. Let’s finish the ride\, kick back\, and enjoy some good food and great company!*** \n🌲**Suggestions\,**\n1. We will cycle as a group within visibility of each other at all times.\n2. In case of sudden situation\, the person in front of you may stop\, so please keep your distance from the person in front and back while riding your bicycle. \n• A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to visit this provincial park for recreation and day-use purposes. Information about where to purchase day/multi-day/annual passes can be found here: [https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/evan-thomas-pra/](https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/evan-thomas-pra/)\n🌲 **Required Gear**\n– any kind of bike\n– helmet\n– water\n– lunch / snacks\n– gloves\n– technical clothing (no cotton\, no jeans)\n– rain coat / rain pants\n– spare inner tube\, patch kit\, pump and any related tools\n– personal first aid kit\n– bear spray\n🌲 **Suggested Gear**\n– sunscreen\n– sunglasses\n– headband or hat\n🌲 **Carpooling**\nIf you wish to carpool\, it is at your discretion. You can use the Comments section (below) or Direct Messaging to arrange a ride.\n🌲 **Signup**\nAttendance is at the discretion of the organizer\, not FCFS — multiple ‘no show’ would render member ineligible for participation.\nA waiting list has been created. You must meet all of the prerequisites\, and answer all of the RSVP questions. in order to be moved to the going list.\n🌲 **Participation Policy:** *Attendance on this trip is strictly contingent upon agreeing to our club waiver. Furthermore\, your registration will not be complete until you have answered the questionnaire provided by the organizer(s) during the sign-up process.*\n🌲 **Cancelation**\nThe event may be cancelled or postponed(on short notice) in the event of poor weather (wind\, rain\, snow) or poor air quality(smoke). Please check the website before coming out\n🌲 If you have not already done so\, please read the Slow and **Steady Code of Conduct** here: \n[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit?tab=t.0](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit?tab=t.0) \nPlease remove yourself from the event if you are experiencing any symptoms of illness on or immediately prior to the event date. \n🌲 WAIVER: ***You are required to submit an emergency contact name and phone number to the organizer for inclusion in the waiver questionnaire (please send it via private message for privacy).*** You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: [https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/](https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/)\nYou are required to read [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit?tab=t.0](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit?tab=t.0)\n🌲 **Group Dynamic**\nWe will generally stick together as a group. Participants are expected to wait for each other at the top of hills\, junctions\, etc. If you have not already done so\, please read the [Slow and Steady Code of Conduct](https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768844).\n🌲 **Disclaimer**\nYou 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 road\, weather\, trail and avalanche conditions for the trip\, as well as assessing their own current physical condition. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you’re physically fit enough to complete this event with the group.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/bike-ride-sheep-river-falls/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260910T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260910T201500
DTSTAMP:20260911T015439Z
CREATED:20260909T013544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T015439Z
UID:10000167-1789064100-1789071300@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Ann & Sandy Cross Thursday Evening Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n**What we’ll do**\n**This is an invitation to Slow and Steady members to join us on a 5-8 km Thursday evening Ann and Sandy Cross Hike. My events are relaxed with a slow to slow moderate pace** \n**I do not monitor the waitlist on Tuesday /Thursday night walks. I work FT. You will be automatically added by the app as a spot becomes available. Please monitor your status.** \n**The hike will start at 6:15 pm to facilitate members after work transportation. We will wait up to 5 minutes at the parking lot in case you get stuck in traffic.** \n**Please note that you will require a parking pass to park there. Please check out the website to purchase an annual pass or to pay online for the evening.**\n**http://www.crossconservation.org/parking** \n**Please note that we all walk at different paces\, however we strive to stay together and enjoy each others company. We will walk at a slow to medium pace\, and will stop for the occasional “Kodak” moment. Unfortunately this area is not dog-friendly so you cannot bring your pup with you.** \n**Summary:**\n**Event host will pick the route each week dependent on weather and trail conditions so please watch the posting!** \n**Distance: approx. 5-8 km on mostly dirt trails on uneven ground**\n**http://www.crossconservation.org/sites/default/files/2016%20Trail%20Map.PNG** \n**Elevation Gain: 100 – 200 m elevation gain any given evening** \n**Pace: Relaxed beginner/Intermediate level** \n**What to bring:** \n* **Water** \n* **Raincoat or poncho**\n* **good walking / trekking shoes are a must**\n* **poles might be helpful (I use mine)**\n* **bug spray**\n* **appropriate layers for the temperature\, and snacks if you wish** \n**It is a requirement to read the following trip posting very carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations for it.**\n**As a potential participant\, you must check this trip posting for additional directions from the organizer\, including up to trip cancellation.******** \n**Waiver: As per the new policy for waivers\, the waiver form will be signed at the trailhead. You must sign it before you will be allowed to go on this event. You will also be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information.** \n**Disclaimer: 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 event with the group.**
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/ann-sandy-cross-thursday-evening-hikes-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260911T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260911T201500
DTSTAMP:20260912T020217Z
CREATED:20260909T013544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020217Z
UID:10000168-1789150500-1789157700@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Friday Evening Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nLet’s get out for a bike ride around the Glenmore Reservoir. 15 kms\, scenic\, not too difficult. You’ll require a helmet and a bike that is in good operating condition. Weather permitting\, of course.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/friday-evening-bike-ride-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020217Z
CREATED:20260909T013544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020217Z
UID:10000169-1789196400-1789228800@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Tent Ridge S5 ( Unofficial Hike )
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nDistance 10.5 km loop\nElevation: 795 meters\nHaven’t done this classic for a while. Short and sweet and amazing views.\nI like going clockwise so were scrambling up and not down. The pace will be slow and steady. No speed demons and no racing ahead.\nI’ll supply a hard copy of the waiver.\nSuggested gas fee will be $20 per passenger.\nThe plan is to go to the Slow and Steady Anniversary picnic at Opal Day use after the hike.\n[https://bobspirko.ca/Hiking/Kananaskis/TentRidge/TentRidge.html](https://bobspirko.ca/Hiking/Kananaskis/TentRidge/TentRidge.html)\nphoto courtesy of Bob Spirko
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/tent-ridge-s5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020217Z
CREATED:20260910T015036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020217Z
UID:10000170-1789196400-1789232400@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Mount Whymper
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nI’m organizing an ascent of Mount Whymper on Highway 93 South and would like to invite strong\, moderate‑to‑fast‑pace hikers to join. Please read the details carefully before signing up. \nThis objective requires hikers who can comfortably ascend at least 400 meters per hour. The route may involve scrambling sections\, and since I have not done this peak before\, we should expect some route finding along the way. \n📌 Goal: Complete the hike car‑to‑car in approximately 7 hours. \n🕖 Departure: We will leave Calgary on Saturday\, September 12 at 7:00 AM from Valley Ridge. The exact meeting point will be shared closer to the date. \n🎒 Gear Requirements:\n– 🥾 Sturdy\, high‑ankle hiking boots\n– 🧥 Layered clothing suitable for changing weather\n– 💧 Minimum 3 liters of water (or equivalent liquids) \n🚗 Rides & Carpooling:\nPlease indicate whether you can offer a ride or need a ride. If you are offering a ride\, ensure your vehicle is reliable and has enough space for passengers and gear. Sharing gas costs with the driver is appreciated. \n🌦️ We will monitor the weather forecast as the date approaches and make a final decision accordingly. \n📄 Action Required:\nPlease reply with your last two hiking or scrambling experiences\, including:\n– Route name\n– Estimated time of completion\n– Pace and elevation gain details (if known) \n👥 Group size is limited to four participants. \nLooking forward to a solid day in the mountains.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/mount-whymper/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T173000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260910T015036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000171-1789200000-1789234200@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Bike ride Canmore-Banff -Johnston Canyon - rescheduled to 17th Sep
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nFolks rescheduled due to weather conditions and my back sprain\, on Sept 17\, 2026!\nPlease be at the trailhead by 0815 am to provide for unloading bikes\, chit chatting\, etc. Sunrise in Canmore is around 730 am. Temp normally fluctuates between 4?deg C to 18 Deg C. \nMANDATORY ITEMS: \n1. Smile\n2. Bear spray in an accessible position\, on the handlebar.\n3. Water spiked with hydralite /eqv tablets\n4. WHISTLE\n5. Must remain in visual contact\n6. Bikes: road bike\, or hybrid\, also MTB or electric bikes\n7. Appropriate layers for current season\n8. First aid kit\n9. Biking Kit (Tools\, extra tube\, pump ..)\n10. Helmets are mandatory\, no exceptions \nWe will ride in group\, speed demons are grudgingly acceptable \, we will wait periodically for the slowest ones. We shall make best efforts to stay in visual/audio contact. We shall go through Banff and continue towards Highway 1A (Bow Valley Park way across the Highway overpass to get good views of the Bow). We shall continue to Johnston Canyon ; lots of photo opportunities \nDistance: slightly less than 105 Km round trip.\nDuration: No rush to return to cow town\nElevation: a bit on Highway 1A; but we can walk that section together\nPhysical Difficulty: Intermediate\nEvent Pace: Will stop to take breaks when needed. \nSuggested Gear: Camera \nCAR POOLING: please communicate directly or thru COMMENTS section \nThose who want to earn their calories back; they are free to visit the watering holes of Banff. Club is not responsible for consequences of visiting the watering holes. \nA waiting list has automatically been created to determine this trip’s suitability for you as a potential participant. **Waiting list is not first come\, first serve\, but it’s based on the ability to fit into group dynamics and organizer’s discretion and also on past participation in SnS Hikers group events. I**f the organizer requires additional information from you\, please provide it\, otherwise\, you will remain on the waiting list. As a potential participant\, you must check this trip posting for additional directions from the organizer\, including up to trip cancellation. I am not a licensed guide\, hence completely dependent on group members for safety support. \nWAIVER: You shall bring a piece of paper with the name of n tel no of your emergency contact and indicate that you have read the waiver. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Waiver: http://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/ (http://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/) \nDisclaimer: 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 ride with the group.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/800-am-100-km-canmore-banff-johnston-canyon-bike-ride/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260913T020134Z
CREATED:20260910T015036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T020134Z
UID:10000172-1789200000-1789245000@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Mt. Lipsett
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nThis hike is connected to the Slow & Steady Anniversary Social. I will be attending the social after the hike. I can take 3 passengers.\n**Trail Details: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/mount-lipsett?p=-1&sh=s5rn7f&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality**\n**Distance**: ≈14.5 return\n**Elevation gain**: ≈700 m\n**Trail:** mainly through forest; views above tree-line: out and back\n**Difficulty:** OT3-4: Intermediate hikers\n**Pace**: **Slow’ish (2.4 kph average) ; not fast**. *Please don’t sign up if you are expecting my usual quick pace\, I am not conditioned due to an injury in the spring\, Please plan on staying with the group.*\n**Time**: About 6 hours on the trail. (This doesn’t include driving time to the event and back).\n**Trailhead:** Mt Lipsett Trailhead\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/gXr9gsMP1zJxjS2X6?g_st=ic \nFrom Calgary\, drive on the TransCanada to the Highway 40 turn-off (Kananaskis). Drive on highway 40 past the Mount Lipsett Day Area to the Mt. Lipsett Trailhead parking area – about 80km. It’s on the left side of the highway if coming from the North.\n**Meeting time**: @Trailhead: 9:45 am or @Brentwood Station: 8:00 am (Near the south stairs next to the CMG building. I’ll be in a blue Dodge minivan.\n**After Hike:** I’m scheduling this so the hike will end around 4 pm\, which will give you time to drive to and attend the Slow and Steady anniversary event at Opal picnic area.\nhttps://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/events/316155397/?eventOrigin=attendee_list\n**Passes:** You will need a Kananaskis pass for this trip.\n**Number of hikers**: Flexible \nWEATHER: THIS TRIP IS WEATHER-DEPENDENT. PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE THE NIGHT BEFORE TO MAKE SURE THE HIKE HASN’T BEEN CANCELLED.\n**References:** \n**Carpooling:** You can use the comments section to arrange carpooling. I can take up to three passengers from the Brentwood Train Station.\n**Cost for carpooling:** $20 per passenger plus extra towards the conservation pass if the driver doesn’t have one.\n**Suggested gear**: hiking boots/shoes\, pack\, layers of clothing including wind and rain resistant layers; lunch\, water\, personal first aid kit; hiking poles\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, gloves\, buff/hat\, extra socks\, picnic shoes and clothes\, picnic food and drink.\n**Mandatory gear: bear spray.** \n**Waiver and Code of Conduct**\nI will bring a waiver to the trailhead which you must sign before going on the trip. Please provide the name and phone number of your emergency contact.\nYour participation in this event means you have read the waiver and by signing up for this event you have accepted the waiver. 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 are physically fit to do this hike with the group. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being.\nAll participants are responsible for assessing current road\, weather\, trail and avalanche conditions for the trip.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/mt-lipsett/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020217Z
CREATED:20260910T015036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020217Z
UID:10000173-1789201800-1789212600@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:🚶🏾‍♀️🚶‍♂️ParkWalk with me🚶‍♂️🚶🏾‍♀️
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nNose 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. \nWe 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). \nIt’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. \nFor more information\, please go to [https://www.parkrun.ca/nosehill/](https://www.parkrun.ca/nosehill/) \nGetting There \nPublic transport: Closest C-train station is Dalhousie station. \nThen 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. \nOn foot: Nosehill parkrun starts next to the car park on Shaganappi Trail opposite Edgemont Boulevard NW Calgary. \nBy 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. \nSee you there!
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/%f0%9f%9a%b6%f0%9f%8f%be%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f%f0%9f%9a%b6%e2%99%82%ef%b8%8fparkwalk-with-me%f0%9f%9a%b6%e2%99%82%ef%b8%8f%f0%9f%9a%b6%f0%9f%8f%be%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020217Z
CREATED:20260911T015439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020217Z
UID:10000174-1789207200-1789227000@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:HUMMINGBIRD PLUME LOOKOUT (hike\, relaxed pace)
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nThis pleasant hike is mainly on forested trails\, which are cross-country ski trails in the winter. Because the trails are wide and forested\, it makes for easy\, relaxed hiking. The trip starts at the Troll Falls trailhead and follows various loops up to Hummingbird Plume Hill. The fire lookout is no longer in use\, and the forest has grown up around it\, so there are no views from the lookout. However\, if you follow a short trail east of the lookout\, it opens up to a beautiful view of the Kananaskis Valley.\n**Distance**: 10.5 return\n**Elevation gain**: 395 m\n**Trail:** mainly through forest; out and back\n**Difficulty:** Trail 2; Intermediate hikers\n**Pace**: **Slow to moderate; not fast**. *Please don’t sign up if you are a speedy hiker\, or if you don’t want to stay with the group.*\n**Time**: About five hours on the trail. (This doesn’t include driving time to the event and back).\n**Trailhead:** TROLL FALLS PARKING LOT. From Calgary\, drive on the TransCanada to the Highway 40 turn-off (Kananaskis). Drive on highway 40 to the Nakiska/Kananaskis Village turn-off. Turn right and drive over the bridge. On the right side of the road (before Nakiska)\, there is a road going down to the Troll Falls parking lot. I’ll meet you at the trailhead\, which is beside the washroom.\n**Meeting time**: 10:00 am at Troll Falls parking lot. Look for a Black Dodge Grand Caravan; short older lady. I’m scheduling this so the hike will end around 4 pm\, which will give you time to attend the Slow and Steady anniversary event at Opal picnic area.\n**Passes:** You will need a Kananaskis pass for this trip.\n**Number of hikers**: **Maximum of eight hikers**; It’s easier to keep track of eight people than a large group\, so the size is limited to eight. There is a waitlist created for this trip; please answer a few short questions if we haven’t hiked together before. We need at least four people on the hike because of bears. Please note; I’ll be bringing my dog along\, on a leash. If you don’t like dogs\, please choose another hike.\nWEATHER: THIS TRIP IS WEATHER-DEPENDENT. PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE THE NIGHT BEFORE TO MAKE SURE THE HIKE HASN’T BEEN CANCELLED.\n**References:**\n**[trailpeak.com/trails/hummingbird-plume-lookout-near-kananaskis-ab-3274](https://trailpeak.com/trails/hummingbird-plume-lookout-near-kananaskis-ab-3274)**\nor *Kananaskis Country Trail Guide\,* third edition\, page 112\nor *Kananaskis Country Trail Guide\,* fourth edition\, page 69\n**Carpooling:** You can use the comments section to arrange carpooling. As I live in Cochrane\, I won’t be arranging carpooling from Calgary.\n**Cost for carpooling:** Zone 2; $15 per passenger plus extra towards the conservation pass if you don’t have one.\n**Suggested gear**: hiking boots\, pack\, layers of clothing including wind and rain resistant layers; lunch\, water\, personal first aid kit; hiking poles if you use them; bear spray.\n**Mandatory gear: bear spray.** Make sure it hasn’t expired.\n**Waiver and Code of Conduct**\nI will bring a waiver to the trailhead which you must sign before going on the trip. Please provide the name and phone number of your emergency contact.\nYour participation in this event means you have read the waiver and by signing up for this event you have accepted the waiver. 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 are physically fit to do this hike with the group. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being.\nAll participants are responsible for assessing current road\, weather\, trail and avalanche conditions for the trip.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/hummingbird-plume-lookout-hike-relaxed-pace/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T133000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020217Z
CREATED:20260911T015439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020217Z
UID:10000175-1789212600-1789219800@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Troll Falls/ Upper Falls/ Slow and Steady Anniversary Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nDistance: 5 km return\nElevation: 100 meters +/-\nWEATHER Dependent \nTroll Falls Hike: A popular trail through mixed forest with the destination of Troll Falls. A short and easy hike with mixed forest and\nwaterfalls.\nThe pace will be very slow and steady with lots of time for photos and relaxing. This hike is for NOVICE/SLOW and BEGINNER HIKERS. We will stay together as a group at the pace of the slowest person. No exceptions. Following the hike we will join the Slow and Steady Anniversary Picnic. (see below) \nNote from Alberta Parks: Random trails around the main waterfall\, including walking up to the Troll\, have been blocked off due to extreme rockfall hazards. Hikers must stay on the main trails and not climb over or around installed barricades.\nFor safety reasons please stay on the designated trails and obey all the safety signs and barricades. Significant fall hazards exist beyond the maintained trail and travel beyond the sanctioned trail is not advised due to the potential for serious injury. \nSUGGESTIONS OF WHAT TO BRING:\nSturdy shoes/boots (must)\nBear spray (must)\nWeather appropriate clothing\nHiking poles\nWater and snacks\nMedical Information (ie answers to questions EMT people will ask if you are in an accident) \nSlow and Steady Anniversary Picnic\nDon’t forget to bring your goodies: Weenies\, Buns etc.\nLawn chairs\nPortable BBQs or camp stoves will also be nice. \nCARPOOLING:\nPlease be considerate of your driver’s vehicle and bring a change of shoes and a large plastic bag to keep mud off car floor.\nSuggested gas fee contribution is $20 per passenger. \nKananaskis Park Permit rules apply. \nWAIVER AND CODE OF CONDUCT:\nThe Slow and Steady waiver and Code of Conduct apply. I will have a hard copy of the waiver to sign at the meetup location. You will be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information.\nYou are fully aware that organizers are not professional guides and you assume all responsibility for your safety and well-being. \nSLOW AND STEADY POTLUCK ANNIVERSARY PICNIC:\nThe plan is to have multiple organizers arrange hikes of all levels so anyone can attend. Then we will all meet for a Weenie Roast/ Picnic at the Opal Day use area on Hwy 40 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm to socialize together. Bring lawn chairs to sit on. Portable BBQs and camp stoves will also be nice.\nYOU DO NOT HAVE TO BRING A POTLUCK DISH FOR ALL. JUST BRING ENOUGH FOR YOURSELF.\nWe did these in the past and they were so much fun. All levels of hikers get together and share stories and get to know each other or reconnect.\nAndy D. will personally lead a hike\, and some of our other organizers will also lead a variety of hikes. We’ll get together after for the social activities.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/troll-falls-upper-falls-slow-and-steady-anniversary-picnic/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260912T020217Z
CREATED:20260911T015439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T020217Z
UID:10000176-1789230600-1789241400@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Slow and Steady Anniversary Day / After Hikes Socializing
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n**It’s time to bring it back!!!** \nThe plan is to have multiple organizers arrange hikes of all levels so anyone can attend. Then we will all meet for a **Weenie Roast/ Picnic at the Opal Day use area on Hwy 40 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm** to socialize together. Bring lawn chairs to sit on. Portable BBQs and camp stoves will also be nice.\n**YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BRING A POTLUCK DISH FOR 70 PEOPLE. BRING ENOUGH FOR YOURSELF.** \nWe did these in the past and they were so much fun. All levels of hikers get together and share stories and get to know each other or reconnect. \nI’ll personally lead a hike and I’m hoping to have more organizers join me in also leading hikes. We’ll get together after for the social activities. \nOrganizers\, please feel free to edit this and add your hike to this description. **These hikes are all posted on the meetup site and that is where you sign up for them.**\n* Mt. Lipsett – Alan Eyre
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/slow-and-steady-anniversary-day-after-hikes-socializing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260913T020134Z
CREATED:20260912T020218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T020134Z
UID:10000177-1789290000-1789318800@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Junction Falls Trail - OT3 SLOW (river crossing)
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n**PLEASE READ ALL DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP!!!**\n**I will take 15 hikers max. In order to be considered for any of my mountain hikes you must have hiked with me previously or attended one of my urban walks.** \n**If you like the destination but not a slow pace please wait for another organizer to put this one together. Thank you.** \n**We will meet at 9:00 am at the Tim Hortons in Diamond Valley. Recommended gas share is $15 from Calgary. From Diamond Valley is $10.** \n**From there we will head to the trailhead. River crossing is the Sheep River and it is right off the trailhead parking lot. You might want your water shoes for when we get to the falls as well. It is a triple falls but it will be late in the year so I am unsure what the flow will be.** \n**Research / Info**\nhttps://www.10adventures.com/hikes/kananaskis/junction-creek-trail/ \n**Cumulative elevation gain is ~520 m and total distance is ~14.5 km.** \n**Please be on time. Do NOT Meetup Message me (Tracy) on meet-up the day of the hike. Please text me at 780-237-5933 at any time or if you have any concerns about location. Please identify yourself in the text. :)** \n**There will be NO hiking ahead and speed demons are not welcome. The enjoyment of hiking is enjoying being in the moment. Kodak moments are encouraged. The organizer does reserve the right to change the hike for weather or safety reasons as needed.** \n**What MUST You Bring? I will check gear.** \n* **Water shoes along with hiking boots**\n* **Towel to dry feet**\n* **Poles for water crossing**\n* **Minimum 2 litres of water and electrolytes or electrolyte drink**\n* **Lunch and snacks**\n* **Raincoat or poncho**\n* **Appropriately layered clothing for the weather (NO COTTON)**\n* **appropriate footwear for hiking** \n**What should/could you have with you?** \n* **mini personal first aid kit**\n* **Extra socks** \n**WAIVER:**\n**As per the new policy for waivers\, I will bring the group waiver form with me to the Meet-up location and the trailhead. You must sign it before you will be allowed to go on this event. You will also be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact. Please come prepared with this information.** \n**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 event with the grou\, roads**
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/junction-falls-trail-ot3-slow-river-crossing/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260913T020134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000178-1789497000-1789504200@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Jack Rabbit and Weaselhead /T2
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nThis is an urban walk is to keep up our fitness for hiking. We will walk the Glenmore Reservoir area\, often up and down hills on the dirt trails (about 200-metre elevation gain). This is not a stroll and we are going at a moderate pace (~4-4.5 km/hr). If you are speed demons and not willing to stay with the group please do not sign up. \n**Location:** We will meet at the parking lot at 24 Street and 90 Avenue SW next to the splash park.\n**Distance:** Approx. 6-9 km.\n**Time:** 1.5-2 hrs\n**Weather note:** Generally\, the hike will go ahead in light rain or snow. If the dirt trails are too muddy or slippery\, we will walk along the pathway.\n**Who can attend:** Members only. No dogs.\n**Gear requirements:**\nHiking boots/shoes or appropriate footwear for dirt trails. There is usuallyally ice and slippery paths.\nDress appropriate for the weather\nPoles if desired\nBear spray is handy to have in this area\nFor winter – microspikes & light source are required!**\n**For summer – hat\, water\, bug spray are recommended** \n**WAIVER:** You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club.\nYou are coming at your own risk.\n[https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842](https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842)\n**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.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/jack-rabbit-and-weaselhead-t2-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260913T020134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000179-1789498800-1789506000@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Tuesday Nose Hill Walk 64Ave & 14 St. NW lot
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nLets explore Nose Hill Park\, Calgary and vicinity. \nThe park has more than 300 km (190 mi) of informal trails. The city proposed a rehabilitation plan which provides 60 km (37 mi) of maintained trails and pathways\, of which 52 km (32 mi) are dirt and gravel and 8 km (5.0 mi) are asphalt. \nThe park is home to porcupines deer\, coyotes\, northern pocket gophers\, Richardson’s ground squirrels and several species of mice and voles. These smaller mammals are the main prey for the northern harriers and Swainson’s hawks\, which are often seen in the skies above the park. \nWe’ll walk for about 2 hours at a Slow and Steady pace. All abilities and newcomers are welcome. Please be of weather conditions and prepare accordingly. We shall walk together as a group waiting at path intersections. The more we walk the stronger hikers we become. \nWAIVER:\nI have read and agree to Slow & Steady full Waiver & Code of Conduct located at: http://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/ DISCLAMIER\nand\nCODE OF CONDUCT: http://bit.ly/SnS_Conduct \nYou will be asked to sign the waiver along with an emergency contact and phone number. \nAttendance is at the organizer’s discretion\, subject to weather cancellations and is based on attendance history. ‘No Shows’ will be given unless you notify me by text at 587 998 9465. We shall wait no longer than 5-10 minutes so arrive before 7pm to prepare (changing boots\, poles\, etc.) \nYou 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 event with the group
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/tuesday-nose-hill-walk-64ave-14-st-nw-lot-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260914T020336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000185-1789639200-1789668000@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Mt Lineham (S5 easy scramble)
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nIt 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. As a potential participant\, you must check this trip posting for additional directions from the organizer\, including up to trip cancellation. \n🌲**Trip Description**\nWe will hike the Rowe Lakes trail to Lineham Ridge\, then scramble up the W ridge of Mt Lineham to the summit. We will then descend scree trails back to the Rowe Lakes trail.\n– Distance: 18 km round trip\n– Elevation gain: 1100 meters\n– Time on the trail: 8 hours\n– Group size: 12 max\nThe event may be cancelled or postponed (on short notice) in the event of poor weather (wind\, rain\, snow) or poor air quality (smoke). \nReferences:\n[10 Best Hikes in Waterton Lakes – hike #1](https://hikebiketravel.com/hikes-in-waterton/)\n[SpotWx (weather)](https://spotwx.com/products/grib_index.php?model=rdps_10km&lat=49.06664&lon=-114.05194&tz=America/Edmonton)\n[Windy (smoke)](https://www.windy.com/-PM2-5-pm2p5?cams\,pm2p5\,51.045\,-114.199\,7\,m:e3eacPu)\n🌲 **Required Gear**\n– climbing helmet\n– daypack\n– sturdy hiking boots\n– food and water (at least 2 litres)\n– warm (layered) technical clothing (no cotton\, no jeans)\n– waterproof shell jacket/pants\n– personal first aid kit\n– headlamp with extra batteries\n– bear spray\n– sunscreen\n🌲 **Suggested Gear**\n– hiking poles\n– gaiters\n– gloves with a good fingertip gripping surface\n– sunglasses\n– sunhat\n– hand sanitizer\n🌲 **Carpooling**\nIf you wish to carpool\, it is at your own discretion. You can use the Comments section (below) or Direct Messaging to arrange a ride. \nPlease review the [Carpooling Etiquette](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hV2sjH6XsCaeraUYZcbzbr0uly5e-JPrtrCIhFgG5PU/edit?usp=sharing) and be considerate of your driver’s vehicle (bring a change of shoes and a bag for wet/dirty footwear). The suggested gas fee contribution for this event is $30.\n🌲 **Signup**\nA Waiting list has been created. Attendance is at the discretion of the organizer\, and is not on a first-come-first-served basis. You must answer all of the RSVP questions in order to be moved to the Going list. \nPlease remove yourself from the event if you are experiencing any symptoms of illness on or immediately prior to the event date.\n🌲 **Waiver**\nYou are required to read and sign the [Slow and Steady Hikers Club Waiver](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit?usp=sharing) before being allowed to go on this trip. The event organizer will have a copy of the group waiver for you to sign at the meetup location and/or trailhead. You shall arrive prepared with your emergency contact’s name and phone number\, to be recorded thereon. \nAlternatively\, you can DM (to the organizer) your\ni) full name\nii) acknowledgement that you have read and understood the club waiver\niii) emergency contact name\niv) emergency contact phone number\n🌲 **Group Dynamic**\nThe pace for this event will be moderate. We will stay together as a group. Participants are expected to wait for each other at the top/bottom of steep sections\, trail junctions\, etc. If you have not already done so\, please read the Slow and Steady [Code of Conduct](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit?usp=sharing).\n🌲 **Disclaimer**\nYou 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 road\, weather\, trail and avalanche conditions for the trip\, as well as assessing their own current physical condition. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you’re physically fit to complete this event with the group.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/mt-lineham-s5-easy-scramble/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260918T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260918T201500
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260913T020134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000180-1789755300-1789762500@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Friday Evening Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nLet’s get out for a bike ride around the Glenmore Reservoir. 15 kms\, scenic\, not too difficult. You’ll require a helmet and a bike that is in good operating condition. Weather permitting\, of course.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/friday-evening-bike-ride-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T055600
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T195600
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260913T020134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000181-1789797360-1789847760@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Cascade Mountain ( S5)
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n**NOTE: Trip is totally weather dependent and may be cancelled if deemed unsafe.** \nMeetup **Departure Time**: **06:00 am**\nTrailhead **Arrival Time**: **~07:45 am** \n“Cascade Mountain is the spectacular peak seen to the northeast from the main street of Banff. There are technical climbing routes up the visible face\, but the safest and easiest route is hidden from view far around on the west side of the mountain.\nWhile Cascade is considered one of the easier scrambles in the Banff area\, all mountains pose hazards.” (Parks Canada) \nIt is a requirement to read the following trip posting very carefully as there is some mild exposure 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. \nA waiting list has automatically been created to determine this trip’s suitability for you as a potential participant. You must meet all the prerequisites (includes correctly answering the RSVP question and a hiking history) to be eligible to attend. If the organizer deems it necessary to obtain additional information from you\, please provide it\, otherwise\, you will remain on the waiting list. \n**This trip will be weather and smoke dependent.** Please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled.\n🌲Summit: 2998m (Parks Canada)\n🌲Elevation Gain: ~1460m (Parks Canada)\n🌲Distance: ~18 km (Parks Canada)\n🌲Technical Difficulty: Classified as a hard/strenuous hike or easy scramble.\n🌲Physical Difficulty: Long day\, challenging & hard.\n🌲Average Round Trip Time: 9 hrs ± ? (Parks Canada)\n🌲Group size: ~6 ± 1\n🌲Event Pace: A safe pace both up and down – not a photographer’s pace. In other words as fast as the slowest one of us. for the group to stay in sight of each other. \nRESTRICTIONS: No dogs\, no children\, no guests. \n🌲**Mandatory Gear & Attitude:**\n• Remember that we plan for the worst and will take the rest – no bad weather only wrong clothing.\n• Personal First Aid Kit & toiletry kit\n• **Rock helmet**\n• Appropriate layer clothing to deal with wind\, cool summit temps and/or drizzle (no cotton )\n• Sturdy hiking alpine footwear\, approach shoes or boots to deal with scrambling\, traversing and scree.\n• Bear spray\n• **Hydration** (3L\, no water source on trail.)\n• food/snacks/drink -hot/cold or both)\n• Bag for your dirty boots/wet shoes\n• **Positive attitude**\n• We hike as a group and we must stay in sight of each other.\n🌲Recommended Gear:\n• Trekking poles\, gloves & gaiters\n• Sunglasses/goggles (polarized recommended)\n• Sunscreen lotion & bug repellant\n• Camera\n🌲Gas Fee contribution: $25.00 per person. \n🌲Trip Information:\n[Cascade Mountain Scrambler’s Guide – Banff National Park](https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/activ/escalade-scrambling/cascade)\nhttps://bobspirko.ca/Banff/Cascade/Cascade.html \n[Cascade Mountain scramble in Banff\, Sept30th 2021](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byMUXpCmNEQ)\n \n🌲Weather Forecast:\n[Cascade Mountain Weather Forecast (2998m)](https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Cascade-Mountain/forecasts/latest) \n🌲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. You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: [https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/](https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/)\nDisclaimer: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.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/cascade-mountain-s5-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T083000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260913T020135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000182-1789799400-1789806600@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Larch Hike: Rockbound Lake & Above the Lake!
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n***This event comes with carpooling. As great as hiking is\, these events can’t happen without volunteer drivers.*** \n***The waitlist is not a first come\, first serve\, but is based on ability and driver/passenger capacities. Anyone sending me D.Ms telling me to add them\, why not added\, etc. will be left on the waitlist.*** \n***Should you need to cancel\, please do so within 24hrs to event.*** \n**TRAIL DESCRIPTION:** \nI’ve done Rockbound before\, but never above the lake. Castle mountain has been on my to do list for years. Although\, injuries have put a damper on my hiking season so Castle false summit will need to wait for another time. Instead the plan is to do a portion. \nTime to check out what’s above the lake! \nDistance: 17 km return from the Lake…plus a bunch more to have a vantage view above.\nElevation: 1\,000-1200 meters \nCarpooling Fee: $25 per passenger. \nPace: moderate\, slower on incline.\nNO SLOW POKES or BEGINNERS PLEASE. \nParticipant #: 6-8 Max \nGear (Mandatory): Park pass\, hiking boots and clothing appropriate for the season\, food\, water min. of 3L\, basic first aid kit\, rain & wind gear\, appropriate eye protection & sunscreen. \nRecommended: hiking poles\, gps \nBE PREPARED. NO COTTON nor BEAR BELLS! \nCarpool etiquette: https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53769440 \n**CODE OF CONDUCT**: By signing up for this hike\, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct. \n**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. \n**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.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/larch-hike-rockbound-lake-above-the-lake/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260913T020135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000183-1789804800-1789844400@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Memorial lakes
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nMemorial lakes. 17k and 980m meter gain. Majority of the elevation gain is as we approach the lakes. The difficulty of the this hike is the distance. Be prepared for a long day. The trail is easy in some spots and bush waking in other spots. \nWe meet at the shouldice park and ride and car pool from there. 25 dollars contribution per person for the drivers. \nhttps://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/canada/alberta/memorial-lakes-trail?sh=xaqn2n&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/memorial-lakes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260914T020336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000186-1789804800-1789844400@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Three Lakes Valley T3
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\n[https://hikingwithpar.com/2017/07/11/chester-lake-three-lakes-valley/](https://hikingwithpar.com/2017/07/11/chester-lake-three-lakes-valley/) \nFossils\, Lakes\, and Larches\nDistance: 15.5 km\nElevation: 600 meters \nI don’t believe I’ve ever been up here during larch season. I plan to hike to at least the second tarn and maybe carry on into the cirque.\nThe hike isn’t hard but there are some steep parts. The views are spectacular from the meadows before Chester Lake and just keep getting better the higher we go.\nStrong beginners should be fine with this hike. The pace will be Slow and Steady. I don’t want any speed demons along. Also we hike as a group and stop at all junctions. \nThe Slow and Steady waiver ( which I will supply ) and Code of Conduct are in effect. \nThe suggested gas fee per passenger is $25.\nIncluding myself\, I’ll need at least 3 more drivers. \nBring enough to drink and eat and dress for the weather. Key word\, Layers.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/three-lakes-valley-t3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260914T020336Z
CREATED:20260913T020135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T020336Z
UID:10000184-1789806600-1789817400@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:🚶🏾‍♀️🚶‍♂️ParkWalk with me🚶‍♂️🚶🏾‍♀️
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nNose 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. \nWe 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). \nIt’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. \nFor more information\, please go to [https://www.parkrun.ca/nosehill/](https://www.parkrun.ca/nosehill/) \nGetting There \nPublic transport: Closest C-train station is Dalhousie station. \nThen 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. \nOn foot: Nosehill parkrun starts next to the car park on Shaganappi Trail opposite Edgemont Boulevard NW Calgary. \nBy 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. \nSee you there!
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/%f0%9f%9a%b6%f0%9f%8f%be%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f%f0%9f%9a%b6%e2%99%82%ef%b8%8fparkwalk-with-me%f0%9f%9a%b6%e2%99%82%ef%b8%8f%f0%9f%9a%b6%f0%9f%8f%be%e2%99%80%ef%b8%8f-11/
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