Week of Events
Slow and Steady Store Open Now
Slow and Steady Hikers Support your club and wear our colors. I'm trying something new to promote the best hiking club in the country...maybe the world. I'm also making swag at home now. T-shirts, ball caps, mugs, water bottles etc. Contact me by DM or email to [email protected] Also have stuff at: (http://tee.pub/lic/j2Cu4cK35po)
Voluntary Donation Drive for Meetup Fees
Slow and Steady Hikers THIS IS A NON ATTENDANCE REQUIRED EVENT. The 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. We will ALWAYS be a free membership club. This […]
Monday, September 7, 2026
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September 7, 2026 -Ribbon Falls – (T3) – Strong beginners **Exploratory**
Ribbon Falls – (T3) – Strong beginners **Exploratory**
Slow and Steady Hikers With 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. Ribbon Falls is one of the best waterfall hikes in Kananaskis and in fact one of the prettiest waterfalls in Alberta, especially in spring […]
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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September 8, 2026 -Smutwood – cancelled
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September 8, 2026 -Piper Pass
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September 8, 2026 -Urban Walk – Okotoks – Local Pathways
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September 8, 2026 -Jack Rabbit and Weaselhead /T2
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September 8, 2026 -Tuesday Evening Urban Walk / Nose Hill 1
Smutwood – cancelled
Slow and Steady Hikers This 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 […]
Piper Pass
Slow and Steady Hikers The 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 […]
Urban Walk – Okotoks – Local Pathways
Slow and Steady Hikers **What we'll do** **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 […]
Jack Rabbit and Weaselhead /T2
Slow and Steady Hikers This 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 […]
Tuesday Evening Urban Walk / Nose Hill 1
Slow and Steady Hikers I 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. We'll walk for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours at a Slow and Steady pace. All abilities are […]
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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September 9, 2026 -Smutwood Peak
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September 9, 2026 -Bike Ride : Sheep River Falls
Smutwood Peak
Slow and Steady Hikers **Elevation gain 900m** **Distance 19km** **Pace: Moderate** **Trip Description:** https://bobspirko.ca/OtherScrambles/KananaskisNorth/Smutwood/Smutwood.html Smutwood 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 […]
Bike Ride : Sheep River Falls
Slow and Steady Hikers 🌲**Trip Description** We 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. It starts in Turner Valley(Diamond valley) and follow Sunset boulevard […]
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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September 10, 2026 -Ann & Sandy Cross Thursday Evening Hikes
Ann & Sandy Cross Thursday Evening Hikes
Slow and Steady Hikers **What we'll do** **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** **I do not monitor the waitlist on Tuesday /Thursday night walks. I work FT. […]
Friday, September 11, 2026
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September 11, 2026 -Friday Evening Bike Ride
Friday Evening Bike Ride
Slow and Steady Hikers Let'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.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
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September 12, 2026 -Tent Ridge S5 ( Unofficial Hike )
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September 12, 2026 -Mount Whymper
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September 12, 2026 -800 am: 100 km : Canmore -Banff -Johnston Canyon Bike ride
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September 12, 2026 -Mt. Lipsett
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September 12, 2026 -🚶🏾♀️🚶♂️ParkWalk with me🚶♂️🚶🏾♀️
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September 12, 2026 -HUMMINGBIRD PLUME LOOKOUT (hike, relaxed pace)
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September 12, 2026 -Troll Falls/ Upper Falls/ Slow and Steady Anniversary Picnic
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September 12, 2026 -Slow and Steady Anniversary Day / After Hikes Socializing
Tent Ridge S5 ( Unofficial Hike )
Slow and Steady Hikers Distance 10.5 km loop Elevation: 795 meters Haven't done this classic for a while. Short and sweet and amazing views. I like going clockwise so were scrambling up and not down. The pace will be slow and steady. No speed demons and no racing ahead. I'll supply a hard copy of […]
Mount Whymper
Slow and Steady Hikers I’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. This objective requires hikers who can comfortably ascend at least 400 meters per hour. The route may involve scrambling sections, and since […]
800 am: 100 km : Canmore -Banff -Johnston Canyon Bike ride
Slow and Steady Hikers Please be at the trailhead by 0745 am to provide for unloading bikes, chit chatting, etc. Sunrise in Canmore is around 7 am. Temp normally fluctuates between 7 deg C to 24 Deg C. MANDATORY ITEMS: 1. Smile 2. Bear spray in an accessible position, on the handlebar. 3. Water spiked […]
Mt. Lipsett
Slow and Steady Hikers This hike is connected to the Slow & Steady Anniversary Social. I will be attending the social after the hike. I can take 3 passengers. **Trail Details: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/mount-lipsett?p=-1&sh=s5rn7f&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality** **Distance**: ≈14.5 return **Elevation gain**: ≈700 m **Trail:** mainly through forest; views above tree-line: out and back **Difficulty:** OT3-4: Intermediate hikers **Pace**: **Slow’ish […]
🚶🏾♀️🚶♂️ParkWalk with me🚶♂️🚶🏾♀️
Slow and Steady Hikers Nose 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. We will meet and greet at 8:30am - Shaganappi Trail NW and Edgemont Drive, next to the bathroom at the parking lot. The walking […]
HUMMINGBIRD PLUME LOOKOUT (hike, relaxed pace)
Slow and Steady Hikers This 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 […]
Troll Falls/ Upper Falls/ Slow and Steady Anniversary Picnic
Slow and Steady Hikers Distance: 5 km return Elevation: 100 meters +/- WEATHER Dependent Troll Falls Hike: A popular trail through mixed forest with the destination of Troll Falls. A short and easy hike with mixed forest and waterfalls. The pace will be very slow and steady with lots of time for photos and relaxing. […]
Slow and Steady Anniversary Day / After Hikes Socializing
Slow and Steady Hikers **It's time to bring it back!!!** The 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 […]
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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September 13, 2026 -Junction Falls Trail – OT3 SLOW (river crossing)
Junction Falls Trail – OT3 SLOW (river crossing)
Slow and Steady Hikers **PLEASE READ ALL DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP!!!** **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.** **If you like the destination but not a slow pace please wait for […]