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.

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

Wed. Jan. 1 – NEW YEARS DAY WALK: Brandts Creek Trail in Glenmore: Meet at 10:00am at the corner of St. Andrews Drive and Valley Rd. Park along the street. This is a nice easy and popular route to start off 2025! It is an “out and back” walk that can take 1.5 – 2 hrs depending on the groups’ wishes. We can stop for coffee on-route or after the walk at Tim Hortons or McCafe. Please wear good boots with non-skid soles or bring your grippers in case of ice. Any questions, please call Jan at 778-215-0312.

Wed. Jan. 8 – Milkshed Loop: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or the trailhead at 9:15am. Directions: Turn right from the centre and then left on Gordon. Stay on Gordon past H2O to DeHart. Turn right and then left on Lakeshore. The Milkshed is on the left by the roundabout. We will start and finish at the Milkshed. Parking is limited so please carpool if possible. Our hike will take us up Bellevue Creek Trail and then a circular route returning along the lake. Wear good boots, bring your poles, warm clothes, and wear a smile. This is an easy flat hike approx. 1hr 30mins. Coffee afterwards at the Milkshed or Urban Fare. For more info please call Martyn at 250-862-8753 or 250-826-7447(mobile).

Wed. Jan. 15 – Horizon Trail: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or the trailhead at 9:15am. Directions: Turn right from the centre, go over the bridge and turn right at the first traffic light onto Horizon Drive. Go down the hill and park at the bottom where the road makes a sweeping turn to the left. This is an undulating hike on both road and trails. Approx. 1hr
30mins. Please wear good boots, warm clothes, bring your poles, and a smile. Coffee to follow at Tim’s or PAC. For more info please call Martyn at 250-862-8753 or 250-826-7447 (mobile).

Wed. Jan. 22 – Helmut’s Sausage: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or the trailhead at 9:15am. Directions: Take Enterprise and turn right at the second street after Hwy 33 onto Commerce Ave. Look for Helmut’s on the left, park here. This is an easy flat hike up to Sexsmith and back about 7km. Coffee to follow at Helmut’s. For more info please call Martyn at 250-862-8753 or 250-826-7447 (mobile).

Wed. Jan. 28 – Greenway Loop: Meet at PAC at 9:00am or the trailhead at 9:15am. Directions: Turn left on Lexington Drive off Gordon Rd. Go past the Misssion Sportsfield and park at the Mission Dog Park on left. We will walk towards Casorso Rd., and back. Walk will be about two hours in length. The route is flat but bring poles and grippers in case it is icy. Coffee at Urban fare or back at the PAC as per choice. For more information call Issy at 250-681-2544.