HAPPY HIKING!
Monthly Schedule of Dates & Destinations Below
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Meet at Parkinson Activity Centre,1700 Parkinson Way, Wednesdays. 8:30am June to Sept.
9:00am other months. Unless otherwise indicated.
Check in at Reception with your Membership card
If Carpooling – It is encouraged to provide a small cash donation to your driver to help with the cost of gas. Thank you.
For those wishing to meet at the trailhead, the time and directions are listed within the description of each hike. You will check in there.
Directions to trailhead, difficulty level, and length of time are stated in the descriptions below as well as if there will be a stop for refreshments.
Please note: these treks are for exercise as well as the scenery and comradery. Wear hardy hiking shoes or boots, and bring water, hiking sticks, and suitable clothing for weather.
Hikes are subject to change as conditions change.
BE MOSQUITO SAVVY:
It’s a good idea to wear insect repellent and/or take some with you.
BE TICK AWARE
Make sure to check yourselves, your clothing, and your pack at the end of the hike. You don’t want to take any critters home with you.
MARCH 2025
Wed. March 5 – Woods Lake, Lake Country: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or trailhead at 9:30am. Directions: Take 97 North to Lake Country. Veer right onto Pelmewash Pkwy and drive along lake. Turn right at stop sign on to Oyama Rd. Park at Oyama dog park and boat launch (slight right off Oyama Rd). This is an easy, flat walk approximately 6kms in and back. Grippers and poles recommended. Coffee at Tim Hortons on Oceola Rd. For more information call Issy at 250-681-2544.
Wed. March 12 – Mission Creek Park: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or Orchard Park Parking Lot at corner of Springfield and Dilworth at 9:15. We will walk down Springfield to Mission Creek Park where we will check out some of the lesser traveled trails in the Sutherland Hills area. Approximately 1 to 1.5 hours depending on weather and trail conditions. Mostly flat but there are some gentle ups and downs. Wear comfortable and sturdy footwear and bring poles if you want. It could be muddy depending on temperatures. Coffee afterwards in the Food Court at Orchard Park near the A&W. For more info, call Pepper at 250-470-3917 (mobile).
Wed. March 19 – 100 Steps: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or at the trailhead at 9:15am.
Directions: From the Centre turn right onto Spall and go through to Springfield. Turn left and head up Springfield to Ziprick Road. Turn left and park here. Our hike will take us up the Greenway and through Hollywood before climbing the stairs (about 100) up to the Rutland bench. We will return via the Greenway. Approx. 1hr 30mins with one up and one hill down. This is a medium hike on road and trail. Please wear good shoes, bring your poles, a drink, and a smile. Coffee to follow afterwards at the Food Court or PAC. For more info please call Martyn at 250-862-8753 or 250-826- 7447 (mobile).
Wed. March 26 – Ribbleworth Falls Rail Trail, Winfield: Meet at PAC 9:00am or the trailhead at 9:40am (40 min to Winfield). Directions: Turn right at Woodsdale Rd. and drive 1.2 km. Parking in the lot at the tennis courts. Hike is 6 kms round trip. Coffee afterwards at The Wooden Nickel. For more info call Christine at 778-480-4155
FEBRUARY 2025
Wed. Feb. 5 – Capital News Centre and Surroundings: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or CNC at 9:20am. Directions: From PAC right on HWY 97, left on Gordon Drive to Lequime Road and then turn left. On entering CNC stay right and park at Boomer’s end close to the Walking Trail. We will walk on that trail around the back of CNC over to the Greenway- distance and direction from there will depend on the condition of the Greenway. This is an easy flat walk – no hills! Coffee to follow afterwards at Urban Fair in the Mission or PAC. For more information call Pearse Walsh at 250 – 718-1958.
Wed. Feb. 12 – Sonora Heights: Our hike will start and finish at PAC so meet at 9:00am. We will head down the rail trail before making our way up to Clifton and Sonora Heights. This is an easy hike with just a couple of short climbs. Approx. 1hr.30mins. Please wear good shoes, dress warmly and bring a smile. Coffee to follow afterwards at the Centre. For more info please call Martyn at 250-862-8753 or 250-826-7447 (mobile).
Wed. Feb. 19 – Mission Ridge Park/Woodhaven Nature Conservancy: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or the trailhead at 9:15am. Directions: Take Gordon Dr. S, turn L on McClure Rd, then L onto Raymer Rd and R on Bullock Rd. Park around the intersection of Bullock and Frederick. This trek includes two loops through the Lower Mission, beginning at the corner of Bullock & Frederick Rds. The first section is moderately difficult with a steep climb to a sandy section at the top. Bring your grippers and poles in case of snow or icy sections. The second part is through a beautiful, mostly flat and treed trail. Coffee to follow at Urban Fare. For further information call Jan at 778-215-0312.
Wed. Feb. 26 – Roberts Lake – Meet at PAC at 9:00am or the IGA Parking Lot, Kane Rd. in Glenmore at 9:15am. This is an easy flat walk to Roberts Lake and back taking 1.5-2 hrs. depending on speed of group. There is both trail and road walking. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Although roads are clear at the current time, consider bringing poles and grippers in case of ice. Coffee at Timmy’s on Kane Rd. or back at PAC. For more information call Issy at (250) 681-2544.
JANUARY 2025