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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260729T090000
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SUMMARY:Bike Ride : Mattamy Greenway
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nCalgary is home to more than 1000km of dedicated bike pathways. As cyclists\, we’ve set out countless times to discover new routes\, yet it always feels like there’s another trail waiting to be explored.\nThis time\, why not ride the Mattamy Greenway? We’ll start from the Renfrew Off-Leash Park parking lot and head east before following the Greenway all the way around to the west side\, creating a scenic loop.\nMany cyclists have tackled the Greenway in different ways. Some complete the entire 150 km city loop\, while others follow the popular Green Loop. We’ve already explored sections in several directions\, but this ride will complete another piece of the puzzle—our northern loop\, traveling from east to west along the Mattamy Greenway. \n🌲 Distance: The ride will be approximately **40–60 km round trip**\, depending on the group’s pace\, preferences\, and the weather. Please be prepared for the maximum distance of **up to 60 km** to ensure you’re ready for the full ride.\n🌲 Elevation gain: about 300-350 meters\n🌲 Time: 5 – 6 hours\, depending on group size and number of participants\n🌲 Group Size: 8-10 (No dogs\, children or guests)\n🌲 Required gear:\n– bike\n– helmet\n– water\n– lunch / snacks\n– hat / gloves\n– technical clothing (no cotton\, no jeans)\n– rain coat\n🌲 Suggested gear:\n– spare inner tube\, patch kit and pump\n– sunscreen\n– personal first aid kit\n🌲 Signup\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.\nAttendance is at the discretion of the organizer\, not FCFS — multiple ‘no show’ would render member ineligible for participation.\n🌲 Participation Policy\nAttendance on this trip is strictly contingent upon agreeing to our club waiver. Futhemore\, your registration will not be complete until you have answered the questionnaire provided by the organizer 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://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768844](https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768844) \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: http://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/ \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\, 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/bike-ride-mattamy-greenway/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T160000
DTSTAMP:20260730T003104Z
CREATED:20260726T003226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T003104Z
UID:10000071-1785402000-1785427200@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Galatea lakes
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nThe Galatea Lakes hike is a moderately tough hike with many scenic views. The dirt trail is forested up to Lillian Lake. The next section up to the Lower Galatea Lakes is steep\, with some loose rocks. The trail drops down to the end of the lake\, and then climbs to the upper lake. \nNote: If you are messaging on the post and sharing your phone no\, please check the box for hike participants. \n**TRAIL DESCRIPTION:**\nLength: 17.5 km\nElevation Gain: 880m\nDifficulty: T3\nSee [https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1EwslsRqLvFp-6anYK_pw_YNLrr94qklcbyZXsv87qs0/mobilebasic](https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1EwslsRqLvFp-6anYK_pw_YNLrr94qklcbyZXsv87qs0/mobilebasic)
for the trail rating system \n**Meeting point: From hwy 1 take hwy 40 to the galatea parking lot** \n**RSVP 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. \n**PACE**: steady though we stop to take photos and enjoy the day. \n**RESTRICTED:**: No children \n**REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:**\n· backpack\n· hiking boots\n. headlamp\n· personal first aid kit\n· snacks/lunch\n. water (2l)\n· appropriate clothing\n· good attitude \n**SUGGESTED GEAR:**\n. sunscreen\n. poles\n. change of shoes\n. bug spray \n**CARPOOLING**: Carpooling will not be arranged for this hike\, please use the comment section to request a ride. Please bring a change of shoes and plastic bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $20.00. \n**CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER:** You must provide an emergency name and phone number at the trailhead. By providing this information\, you agree to the club waiver. You cannot sign the waiver online. Following is the Slow and Steady Waiver: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ExpOe-9cZweQV8mObp6t0VTb8YjjMpzzXlLNP0nnnD8/edit). \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://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit) \n**DISCLAIMER**: You are aware that your host is a volunteer and not a trained guide. Participants are responsible for assessing road\, weather\, trail and your own physical condition.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/galatea-lakes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T163000
DTSTAMP:20260730T003104Z
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SUMMARY:Sherbrooke Lake & Beyond - (T3) **EXPLORATORY**
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nBeyond Sherbrooke Lake is an alpine adventure many hikers never experience. I’ve hiked to the lake before\, but this time we’ll go a bit farther to see several waterfalls\, wildflower-filled meadows\, and not to mention stunning mountain views. The plan is to reach the Niles Amphitheatre\, with about 600 m of elevation gain. If conditions\, time\, and the group’s energy allow\, we may continue to Niles Col for even better views. We will not be climbing Mt. Niles. As this is an exploratory hike\, your patience and understanding would be greatly appreciated. \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 bring allowed on this trip or removal from trip at the organizers discretion. You must answer all questions. You must meet all the pre-requisites to be eligible to attend this trip. If the organizer deems it necessary to obtain additional information from you\, please provide it\, via text or email. As a potential participant\, you must check this trip posting for additional directions from the organizer\, including up to trip cancellation. \nThis trip will be weather dependent. Please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled. \n**RSVP RULES**: Late cancellations without a valid reason\, will result in a “no show” at the organizer’s discretion. **Please note that ‘no shows’ can hinder your attendance on hikes with other organizers.** \n**EVENT PACE**: The pace for this hike will be at a reasonable and steady pace. We will do our best to hike together as a group (or be in view)\, taking short breaks as required to delayer\, take photos\, and catch our breath. \n**TRAIL DESCRIPTION:**\nDistance: 12.0 km +/-\nElevation Gain: 600 m +/-\nTime (Only an Est.): 5 Hrs on trail + approx. 1:45 hrs driving each way\nDifficulty – (T3)- See **[Trail rating](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EwslsRqLvFp-6anYK_pw_YNLrr94qklcbyZXsv87qs0/edit)**
for description of the trail rating system Slow and Steady uses. \n**TRAILHEAD:**\nFrom Banff\, go west on the Trans Canada Hwy. 8.9mi past the Lake Louise overpass is Wapta Lake. Park at the turnoff just after the Great Divide Lodge. The trailhead is at the back of the parking area. \n**REFERENCES:**\n[Paget Lookout & Sherbrooke Lake Hike (Yoho National Park)](https://www.10adventures.com/hikes/yoho-national-park/paget-lookout-sherbrooke-lake/)\n[Sherbrooke Lake Hike in Yoho National Park](https://travelwiththesmile.com/blog/sherbrooke-lake-hike-yoho-national-park/)\n[Eric Praetzel – Paget Lookout\, Sherbrooke Lake Hike\, Yoho NP](https://sca.uwaterloo.ca/~praetzel/BC-2002/PagetLookout.html)\nWeather:\n[Paget Peak Weather Forecast (2560m)](https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Paget-Peak/forecasts/2560) \n**RESTRICTED:**: No dogs\, No children\, No guests \n**REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:**\n. bear spray ** **MANDATORY**\n· backpack\n· hiking boots\n. sun hat\n. headlamp\n· personal first aid kit\n· snacks/lunch\n. water (2l)\n· appropriate clothing (no cotton\, no jeans)\n. warm layers\n· personal first aid kit\n. good attitude *** MANDATORY\n. sense of humour \n**SUGGESTED GEAR:**\n. gaiters\n. sunscreen\n. poles\n. change of clothes\n. sense of adventure \n**CARPOOLING**: We will meet at Shouldice Park and Ride at 7:00 a.m. to arrange carpooling. Please be considerate of your driver’s vehicle by bringing a change of shoes and plastic bag for dirty footwear. Suggested gas fee contribution is $30.00 (**[Gas Fees by Area and Price](https://docs.google.com/document/d/124qrzTgy-XY_zMT0ilo8HcCG7h5NEufrpQib-4BN3V4/edit))**.\nCarpool etiquette: **[Carpool etiquette](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hV2sjH6XsCaeraUYZcbzbr0uly5e-JPrtrCIhFgG5PU/edit)** \n**CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER**: You must complete the electronic waiver before you are allowed to go on this hike. The waiver is located at __________________________ \n**CODE OF CONDUCT**: Please familiarize yourself with the group’s code of conduct: **[Slow and Steady Code of Conduct](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k2Zyj4O6tHRGSIMQQ3bH2PbH_u9v65bQN-DOA9SzZCc/edit)** \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\, 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/sherbrooke-lake-beyond-t3-exploratory/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260731T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260731T201500
DTSTAMP:20260801T003215Z
CREATED:20260729T003148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T003215Z
UID:10000074-1785521700-1785528900@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-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260731T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260731T230000
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UID:10000079-1785524400-1785538800@onautopilot.ca
SUMMARY:Ping pong\, cards\, board games\, foosball\, crokinole\, chess\, music\, conversation
DESCRIPTION:Slow and Steady Hikers\nHouse party with lots of fun activities going on. \nPing Pong\, some time for beginners\, some for intermediate\, some for experienced. \n* Card and board games are supplied – and bring your favorite game.\n* Foosball\n* crokinole is a dexterity [board game](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Board_game)\, possibly of Canadian origin. Players take turns shooting discs across the circular playing surface\, trying to land their discs in the higher-scoring regions of the board\, while also attempting to knock opposing discs off the board.\n* Music – Sometimes someone will play piano\, sometimes guitar\,\n* Come make friends\, hang out\, and if you like\, feel free to bring your special talent and show off a bit 🙂 \nJames’ house Is 65 Tuscany meadows place nw \nThis is a potluck. Please bring a *favourite* snack/dish to share with others – no need to bring chips or sweets\, we haven’t eaten all the bags of chips and sweets people have brought so far\, so please bring something a bit healthy. Suggestions could be – fruit plate\, vegetable plate\, cheese plate\, appetizers\, sushi\, finger food (I have a microwave and oven and stove)\, hot entree\, pizza or\, even better\, bring something you are famous for making! I supply beverages (soft drinks\, iced tea). \nTransportation:\nSome people need a ride\, some have expressed willingness to provide a ride. Please leave a comment if you want to add your name to either of those two lists and in which neighborhood you live. We often have people coming from Tuscany\, Varsity\, Arbor Lake\, Marlborough Park\, Kensington\, Hawkwood\, Lincoln Park\, Dalhousie\, Mission and more. Post a message in the group chat here or communicate amongst yourselves when you are here. \nThere is lots of street parking all around the neighborhood and if lots of people come you may need to park on a nearby street. Please be considerate and don’t block driveways. There is usually extra parking near 22 Tuscany Meadows Bay and beside 104 Tuscany Meadows Bay. \nThis event is posted on a few meetups So there are more people than listed here. It doesn’t matter which one you sign up on. Sometimes the meetup site has had problems with allowing people to sign up – If you have any problems please leave a comment here so I can address it\, or send me a private message. \nWAIVER: By signing up (RSVP) for this event\, you signify that you are aware of and assume all the risks associated with this event and are aware of your physical and emotional limits and how they relate to this particular event. You expressly acknowledge and assume all additional risks and dangers that may result in property damage\, physical injury and/or death\, which may be above and beyond the inherent dangers and risks of the Activity\, including but not limited to: Falling or loss of balance; icy\, slick or uneven surfaces; collisions with natural or man-made objects\, other people\, and/or other motor vehicles; the negligence or failure of myself\, the Releasee\, or other participant to act safely.\nYou also agree that you take full responsibility without exception for the safety and well-being of yourself and your guest(s) and promise to not hold the host(s) or event organizers and/or any other groups responsible for any harm\, injury or property damage that might occur as a result of your participation. Participants who agree to carpool do so at their own discretion and risk. It is against the law for you to drive impaired by alcohol and/or drugs.
URL:https://onautopilot.ca/event/ping-pong-cards-board-games-foosball-crokinole-chess-music-conversation-2/
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