About us
How many times have you seen hiking clubs where if you're not a super fast uber- hiker they don't want you going on any harder hikes or scrambles. They believe that if you are slower you should only stick to the easier stuff. Boring!! This is a club for those of us who still wish to do all styles of hiking from easy walks to scrambles. We just don't feel the need to make a "mad dash" for a summit or to finish a trail in record time. Hiking and being in the outdoors is meant to be an enjoyable activity for all of us. Slow and Steady is about hiking at a consistent, manageable pace -- which may vary from slow to moderate depending on the organizer -- and finishing the hike or scrambling to a summit together. If this is more your style and wish to meet like minded hikers please consider joining our club. We will be doing all kinds of summer and winter activities such as day hikes, scrambles, backpacking trips, XC skiing, snowshoe trips, downhill ski trips and any other outdoor related activity. Remember slow and steady wins the race. Lets all enjoy the great outdoors together. Just in a more relaxed pace.
Featured event
Mesa Butte (T3) - Strong beginners are welcome!
The Mesa Butte hike is a short, easy hike that is ideal for strong beginners. The hike is located near Millarville, Alberta in Mesa Butte Provincial Recreation Area. The trail starts directly across from the Mesa Butte Equestrian Campground. This may involve a loop, but it depends on how much
snow is in the area.
It is a requirement to read the following trip posting very carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations for it. Failure to do so, will result in participant not 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.
This trip will be weather dependent, so please check the website the morning of the trip to make sure it has not been cancelled.
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.
RESTRICTIONS: No dogs (except for health), no children, no guests.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Distance: 10 km
Elevation Gain: 500 +/- (loop)
Time (Only an Est.): 3 -5 Hrs on trail
Physical difficulty: T3/OT3 – See Trail Rating System for description of the trail rating system Slow and Steady uses.
Hike duration is an estimate and cannot be guaranteed.
TRAILHEAD:
DESCRIPTIVE LINKS:
http://www.rockiesfamilyadventures.com/2023/04/mesa-butte-family-hiking-in-kananaskis.html?m=1
https://www.10adventures.com/hikes/bragg-creek-sheep-river/mesa-butte-hike/
Weather Forecast
https://www.yr.no/en/forecast/hourly-table/2-6072402/Canada/Alberta/Kananaskis%20Improvement%20District/Mesa%20Butte?i=0
REQUIRED GEAR & SUPPLIES:
. bear spray **MANDATORY
· backpack
· hiking boots
. toque/cap
· personal first aid kit
· snacks
. water (2l)
· appropriate clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
. warm layers
. gloves/mittens
. microspikes ** MANDATORY
. sense of humour
SUGGESTED GEAR:
· poles
· change of clothes
. sense of adventure **
CARPOOLING: Please meet at Shouldice Park and Ride at 8:30 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 $15.00. Carpool Etiquette
CONFIDENTIAL ELECTRONIC WAIVER: You must complete the electronic waiver before you are allowed to go on this hike. You will be asked for the name and phone number of an emergency contact.
If you are confirmed on this hike, you must complete the following electronic waiver in order to attend: __________
CODE OF CONDUCT: By signing up for this hike, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations outlined in the Code of Conduct
DISCLAIMER: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.
Upcoming events
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Gary G's Elbow Lake Birthday Hike, Potluck, and campfire
Elbow Lake, Hwy 40, Kananaskis, AB, CAGary Groeneveld is a kind, funny, and adventurous Slow and Steady organizer, professional photographer, and retired teacher. He has led hikes and taught about animals, birds, photography, outdoor skills, snowshoeing and more for many years. Many have had the opportunity to hike, snowshoe, and backpack with him. He's had quite a few months off recovering from heart surgery, but is doing well and is back to hiking.
To celebrate his 71st birthday, he'd like to hike to Elbow Lake, have a potluck lunch and campfire with some friends, followed by a mini hike around the lake. Gary will lead the hike up to Elbow Lake and around the lake, I (Andy B) will organize the posting and light and keep track of the fire.
Priority goes to Gary's friends, fellow hikers, and photographers.
Please pack for the elements, dress in layers, bring poles, microspikes, good hiking boots, water, food for Potluck or to roast over the fire. I will bring firewood to the trailhead, would appreciate help carrying it up the hill.
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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.
https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/
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If you have not already done so, please read the Slow and Steady Code of Conduct here: https://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/CODE_OF_CONDUCT/Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility hike with the group.
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