SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER , NOVEMBER 2009

Apologies for the formatting of the text. Something was intractable in the text between the WORD file and this blog.

Please note that Pathfinders Events are open to members in good standing who have completed an application and release form. Guests accompanying a member do so at their own risk.




Car Pool Rates
Out of town, more than an hour away, $20.00. Local, less than one hour away, $10.00.

Pathfinders Guidelines for Participants
1) Phone the trip leader by the Friday before the trip. If you must cancel, do so in plenty of time.
2) Obtain information from the leader to determine if the trip is within your capabilities.
3) Make sure your boots, clothing and equipment are appropriate for the activity.
4) Stay with the group. Make sure the leader or end-person knows where you are at all times, even if you simply step off the trail to answer “nature’s call”

CYCLISTS – REMEMBER YOUR CYCLING PROTOCOL
The BC Provincial Motor Vehicle Act says:-
1)Wear a bicycle helmet of an approved standard.
2)Ride single file on busy roads or highways.
3)Don’t ride on sidewalks unless otherwise posted.
4)Obey crosswalks.
5)Use hand signals for turns, stopping or slowing down.
6)Ride on the right unless turning left or traveling through an intersection with the traffic, where you stay to the right in the through lane.
The Pathfinders also say - Please carry tools and an extra bicycle tube!


SEPTEMBER 2009

SEPTEMBER SOCIALS
Since so many of our "socializers" will be away in September (12 that I personally know of), we have decided to leave the month of September blank this year.

SEPTEMBER HIKES For all hikes during the month of September please contact Larry on or before the Thursday prior to the Sunday hike. Then depending on the weather and number of people hiking the decision will be made as to where to go. The reason for this is because many of the regular hikers are going to be away at this time.
Leader: Larry Burton 604-277-6951

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13 CYCLE LOWER SEYMOUR CONSERVATION RESERVE – NORTH VANCOUVER
This 35 km cycle winds through towering forests with plenty of view points, stopping at Rice Lake and ending at the Seymour Dam and Hatchery. To get to the Reserve, take exit 22 from Highway 1 at the north end of the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Bridge. A large green GVRD sign, at the intersection of the parkway and Lillooet Rd., points straight ahead on Lillooet Rd to the Reserve (Seymour Demonstration Forest). Meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Seymour Demonstration Forest parking lot. Call by Friday evening for details and confirmation. Leader: Carolyn and Larry Graves – 604-263-6430

OCTOBER 2009


FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 SOCIAL EATING OUT - 6.30 P.M.
Time for a return trip to Athene's for Greek food - they are at 3618 West Broadway. Lots of good stuff to eat! Call by Sept. 27 to reserve.
Contact: Maureen Kinney (604) 263-4579


SUNDAY OCTOBER 4 HIKE CHAIN LAKES (MOUNT BAKER) This hike has a high point of 1646 metres with elevation gain of 457 metres and a distance of 9.65 kilometres. The route makes a fairly level traverse around Table Mountain dropping down and passing small lakes, then climbing to go through the saddle and back to the return road to parking lot. Approximately 4 hours length. Meet at the ranger station in Glacier at 9.00. Remember passport and health insurance.
Leaders: Doug and Sandra Farenholtz 1-604-855-3310

SUNDAY OCTOBER 4
CYCLE CENTRALVALLEY GREENWAY - SCIENCE WORLD TO BURNABY & NEW WESTMINSTER QUAY This brand new cycle route, 48 km return, is a first time cycle for the Pathfinders, and links Vancouver, Burnaby and New Westminster. The route varies from being a separated urban greenway in some areas, to either a rural recreational trail or a parallel trail to the railway corridor, or the edge of an industrial roadway. It has been rated as recreational, intermediate, and safe. We’ll have lunch at New Westminster Quay. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at 1st and Main. Call by Friday evening for details and confirmation. Leader: Alan Hatherley – 604-852-7836

SUNDAY OCTOBER 11

HIKE ELFIN LAKES (DIAMOND HEAD) Round trip is 22 kilometres with an elevation gain of 600 metres. This is a wonderful hike at this time of year because of the fall colours. From Paul Ridge you should have views of the Tantalus Range as well as Mount Garibaldi. Meeting place at St. David’s church Taylor Way. Please contact Larry for time.
Leader: Larry Burton 604-277-6951

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 SOCIAL POT LUCK DINNER - 6.30 P.M.
The best thing about pot-lucks is the variety of dishes we all manage to create, so call me with your contribution so that we can make a truly gourmet meal. BYOB.
Contact: June Pearson (604) 946-5497

SUNDAY OCTOBER 18 HIKE HIGH FALLS CREEK (SQUAMISH) Round trip is 12 kilometres with an elevation gain of 640 metres. Another hike that is requested every year. Rocks to scramble over, bright green moss gardens and the falls themselves. We will meet at St. David’s church at Taylor Way at 9.00 am. Leader: Bob Spencer 604-980-2187

SUNDAY OCTOBER 18 CYCLE GARY POINT – RICHMOND LOOP This 25 km loop cycle starts at Gary Point, then follows along Richmond’s picturesque dyke trail before looping back via No. 6 Rd. and Shell Rd. From Shell Rd the cycle continues through the urban forest trail to Dyke Rd. beside the S. Arm Fraser River. We’ll re-visit London Farm, Finn’s Slough, and London Landing where we will stop for a later lunch (bring snacks). Depending on the weather, lunch could be your own packed lunch to eat on the Landing, or a stop at the Diplomat Bakery for their tasty sandwiches and fabulous desserts. Meet at 10:00 a.m. in Steveston’s Gary Point parking lot. Call by Friday evening for details and confirmation.
Leader: Tom Reiner – 604-274-7148

SUNDAY OCTOBER 25 HIKE CAMPBELL VALLEY PARK) Weather might be dryer in the south. Phone leader for meeting time.
Leader: Larry Burton 604-277-6951

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 SOCIAL HALLOWEEN - 7.30 P.M.
Wear your fancy Halloween togs and bring an "artistically carved" pumpkin. We will cast votes for the top three, whose creators will receive CASH PRIZES! Don't miss this exciting event!!
Contact: June Pearson (604) 946-5497

NOVEMBER

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 1 HIKE HECTOR FERGUSON LAKE (GOLDEN EARS PARK)
We follow Gold Creek for as long as we wish, passing by deep pools and sandbars. This is a low level hike that can be done by everyone. Please contact leaders by Friday for time and meeting place. Please note the clocks go back this weekend. Leaders: Doug & Sandra Farenholtz 1-604-855-3310

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 1 CYCLE PLANETARIUM, STANLEY PARK, LIONS GATE TO LONSDALE QUAY LOOP This 25-30 km cycle takes us over the Burrard St. Bridge, through beautiful Stanley Park where we eventually connect with the Lions Gate Bridge. Plenty of views! Once over the bridge, we’ll cycle along the North Shore through residential and commercial areas, ending at the Lonsdale Quay for lunch (bring your own, or purchase a lunch at the market). Back to Vancouver by Seabus, where we’ll meander along bicycle lanes and paths to the Burrard St. Bridge again, and return to the Planetarium. Meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Planetarium Parking Lot. Call by Friday evening for details and confirmation. Leaders: Pat and Maureen Kinney – 604-263-4579

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8 HIKE BLACK MOUNTAIN (CYPRESS) This is a steepish climb up to Cabin Lake where we have the option to continue out to Eagle Bluffs or enjoy the views, have lunch and come back to the parking lot. Meet at the downhill ski area of Cypress Mountain (have change for parking). Please contact leader for time. Leader: Sue Penfold 604-943-6822

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8 CYCLE THREE RIVERS RIDE, PITT MEADOWS We tried this route for the first time last fall, and we all loved it!! We cycle along three different rivers – the Allouette, the Pitt and the Fraser. Distance is around 35 km. and it is flat. Meet at 10:00 a.m. in the parking lot on Harris Road, immediately south of the Alouette River Bridge. You can get to Harris Rd. from the Lougheed Highway 7. Call by Friday evening for details and confirmation. Leader: Dick & Ann Reiner – 604-448-9036

MONDAY NOVEMBER 9
Executive Meeting, 7.30 pm.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 15 HIKE BUNTZEN LAKE.
Meet 9.30 Buntzen Lake car park
We will cross the floating bridge and walk up and over Buntzen Ridge and down to Sasamat Lake, then around Woodhaven Marsh before continuing around Sasamat Lake and back to Buntzen Lake.
Some climbing up and over the ridge but all in all an easy hike. Keep your fingers crossed for a dry day.
Leader: Larry Burton 604-277-6951

NOVEMBER 20, ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING -7.00 P.M.
Another year has rolled around and it's time again for the annual general meeting – a time for making plans regarding our club, and a chance to meet up with the members that you don't often see. There will be a presentation by Leon Lebrun of Trails B.C. which promises to be very interesting. BYOB, coffee mugs and munchies.
Contact: June Pearson (604) 946-5497

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22 HIKE PITT POLDER Depending on the loop that we take this hike/walk can be 12 kilometres. A walk that can be enjoyed by all so come out and join the rest of the gang. We will meet at the cark park at the end of Rannie Road which ends at Pitt Lake. Please phone leader for meeting time. Leader: Alan Toon 604-263-6268

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22 CYCLE To-day’s cycle trip is still to be decided, and is dependent on the weather.Call by Friday evening for details and confirmation. Leader: Larry and Carolyn Graves – 604-263-6430

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29 HIKE MINNEDA PARK (COQUITLAM) Round trip 6.5 kilometres on park trails. Please read trip # 28 of 109 Walks third edition for more information. Please contact leader for meeting place and time.
Leader: Larry Burton 604-277-6951

SOCIAL ADVANCE NOTICE
The Christmas dinner this year will be held on December 4 at the Kinsmen Rec Centre in Tsawwasen. No details on price yet, but will probably be around the same as last year. Mark the date on your calendars NOW!