273831 No. UT: Hike, Sip, and Plein Air ~ Slow and Steady
About This Event
Join us for a relaxing autumn morning as we wander the beautiful lower Brighton Lakes, soaking in crisp mountain air and the vibrant colors of fall. After our leisurely stroll, we’ll settle into a scenic spot to slow down, connect with nature, and capture the landscape through art during a fun en plein air watercolor session.
Whether you’re an experienced artist or have never picked up a paintbrush, this event is all about enjoying the moment—not creating a masterpiece. Bring your own watercolor supplies if you have them, or borrow from the supplies we’ll have available. We’ll provide watercolor paper, and you’re also welcome to bring markers, colored pencils, pens, or any other art medium you enjoy.
Come for the mountain views, stay for the creativity, conversation, and the chance to experience fall in a whole new way.
TRAIL RATING: Moderate (994 feet of elevation gain)
LENGTH: 4 mile RT
CARPOOLING: Watch for an email from slowandsteady.whs@gmail.com about 5–7 days before the event, which will include a link to join a private WhatsApp chat for carpool coordination and last-minute event updates.
ALLTRAILS LINK: Silver Lake, Lake Solitude, and Twin Lake Loop
GEAR:
- The Ten Essentials
- Items on the Day Hike Packing List
- Proper clothing / layers for weather & hiking conditions
- Proper footwear
- Rain jacket
- Water and trail snacks
- Something lightweight to sit on while we stop to eat and drink (i.e., a backpacking chair, rain jacket, plastic bag, etc.)
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Please leave your four-legged friends at home for this event.
Happy Hour Beverage (recommended for event): Warm Spiked Cider
ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED
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Date / Time
- October 11, 2026 - October 11, 2026
- 8:30 am - 12:30 pm MDT
Organizer
WHS Ambassador Jen Knudsen
