What we’re about
How many times have you seen hiking clubs where if you're not a super fast uber- hiker they don't want you going on any harder hikes or scrambles. They believe that if you are slower you should only stick to the easier stuff. Boring!! This is a club for those of us who still wish to do all styles of hiking from easy walks to scrambles. We just don't feel the need to make a "mad dash" for a summit or to finish a trail in record time. Hiking and being in the outdoors is meant to be an enjoyable activity for all of us. Slow and Steady is about hiking at a consistent, manageable pace -- which may vary from slow to moderate depending on the organizer -- and finishing the hike or scrambling to a summit together. If this is more your style and wish to meet like minded hikers please consider joining our club. We will be doing all kinds of summer and winter activities such as day hikes, scrambles, backpacking trips, XC skiing, snowshoe trips, downhill ski trips and any other outdoor related activity. Remember slow and steady wins the race. Lets all enjoy the great outdoors together. Just in a more relaxed pace.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Yates Mountain and Lookout - T3Sirocco LRT Park & Ride Lot (far east side), Calgary, AB
A moderate forested hike with great views of Barrier Lake and Mount Baldy. We will also go up to the Lookout and return the way we came.
No beginners please as this hike will be at a moderate to advanced pace.
Be prepared for deep snow with waterproof hiking boots, gaiters, and microspikes.- Distance: 12 km
- Elevation gain: 600 m
- Physical Difficulty: T3
- Number of hikers: 6-8
- no beginners please; moderate to advanced pace
Meet up time and location:
8:30am
Sirocco Park and Ride Lot (1818 Signature Park SW Calgary) - we will carpool from here. A Kananaskis Pass is required for drivers.Please check Meetup on morning of hike for additional instructions and/or cancellation due to weather.
Gas fee:
Suggested gas fee contribution: $15. per person.Required Gear:
Waterproof hiking boots
Microspikes
Gaitors
Bear spray
Lunch & snacks
Drinking water
Layered clothing for changing weather
Bag for muddy boots and gear if a passenger
Change of socks/footwear for ride homeSuggested gear:
Poles
Gloves
Touque
Light pad to sit onDescriptive website links:
https://explorekananaskis.com/hikes/yates-mountain-via-prairie-view-trail/
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/alberta/yates-mountain-via-prairie-view-trailWaitlist
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.Waiver: You must sign our club waiver before you are allowed to go on this trip, and provide an emergency name and phone number. Waiver will be provided at trailhead.
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.
Our New WaiverDisclaimer:
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 hike with the group.
It is a requirement to read the following trip posting very carefully and to make the proper and responsible preparations for it. Failure to do so, will result in participant not being allowed on this trip.
