DECEMBER 2012, JANUARY, FEBRUARY 2013

ITS A NEW MEMBERSHIP YEAR FOR THE PATHFINDERS.

IF YOU WERE NOT AT THE AGM, IT'S TIME TO FILL OUT THE MEMBERSHIP RELEASE ON YOUR COPY OF THIS NEWSLETTER THAT ANN REINER SENT IN .PDF FORMAT AND SEND IT, WITH A CHEQUE, TO LARRY GRAVES.

THANKS.

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!

DECEMBER 2012

SUNDAY DECEMBER 2

SNOWSHOE Hollyburn Mountain - We meet at the ticket office at

10am. Do not buy tickets, we do not need them. This is a fairly steep

climb to begin with, then it is up to the top of the mountain for lunch

and a superb view. With luck we can bum-ski down some of the way. About 4 hours round trip.

Contact and leader: Jim Pearson 604 946 5497

SUNDAY DECEMBER 9

SNOWSHOE Dog Mountain, Mount Seymour - We meet at 10am at the coffee shop at the top of the mountain, the lower coffee shop. Do not buy trail tickets, we do not need them. This is an easy snowshoe trip for all levels of competence, even if you have never snow shoed before. Lunch at the top and then down to the car park. About 3 hours round trip.

Contact and leader: Cliff Kelsey 604 941 2957

SUNDAY DECEMBER 16

SNOWSHOE Black Mountain, Cypress Bowl - Meet outside the downhill ticket office at 10am. Do not buy tickets, we do not need them. This is a long steep climb to the top of Black. If weather and time permits we can go on to Eagle Bluffs. Lunch at the top and then back to the car park. About 5 hours round trip.

Contact and leader: Larry Burton 604 277 6951

SUNDAY DECEMBER 23

SNOWSHOE Diamond Head, Squamish - Meet at St. David's Church in West Vancouver and leave at 8.30am. We carpool from there. The road up to Diamond Head is steep and rugged. Park rangers insist on chains being carried. From the car park it is a steady climb up to the Red Heather Hut where we will have lunch. From there we go on up to St. Paul's Ridge for the view. Round trip about 10km and 5 hours.

Contact and leader: Jim Pearson 604 946 5497

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 - NEW YEAR`S EVE
POTLUCK - 7 P.M. Let`s get together one last time in 2012 and say goodbye to the old year. We will toast the New Year at 9.00 p.m. together with our fellow Canadians in the east. That way we shall all get a relatively early night and be up bright and early to greet the New Year.Contact: To be advised

JANUARY 2013

SUNDAY JANUARY 6

SKI/SNOWSHOE Manning Park - We leave the Tim Horton's at the Whatcom Road exit on Highway #1 at 8.30am. From there we car pool to Manning. Good trails for skiing and also snowshoeing. This is ideal for every level of ability. Come and try it out. Trail tickets are $12 for skiing.

Contact and leader: Sandra Farenholtz 1 604 855 3310

SUNDAY JANUARY 13

SKI/SNOWSHOE Callahan Valley, Whistler - Meet at St. David's Church in West Vancouver and leave at 8.30am. We carpool from there. Superb trails for skiing and snowshoeing for every level of ability. Come and try it, you will surely love it. Trail tickets are $22, snowshoe tickets are $14. If there are 10 or more of us in a group ( ski or snowshoe) we get a 15% reduction for a group rate.

Contact and leader: Doug Farenholtz 1 604 855 3310

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 2013
SOCIAL Wacky Tacky - 7.30 P.M.Time once again to dust off those wonderful things you`ve been saving up for this special occasion! Bring your gifts beautifully wrapped for a fun evening. BYOB and nibblies.Contact: To be advised

SUNDAY JANUARY 20

SKI/SNOWSHOE Monument 78, Manning Park - We leave the Tim Horton's at the Whatcom Road exit on Highway #1 at 8.30am. From there we car pool to Manning Park. This is an easy snowshoe trip that is mostly flat. We do cross two bridges that are sometimes a challenge depending on the amount of snow. And we have to rely on the beavers not to have done too much damage to the trails! Beautiful trip through a gorgeous valley.

Round trip about 5 hours.

Contact and leader: Jim Pearson 604 946 5497

SUNDAY JANUARY 27

SNOWSHOE First Peak on Mount Seymour - We meet at 10am at the coffee shop at the top of the mountain, the lower coffee shop. Do not buy trail tickets, we do not need them. A steady climb for most of the way with superb views. Lunch at the top and then a fun run down. About 5 hours round trip.

Contact and leader: Sue Penfold 604 943 6822

FEBRUARY 2013

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 3

SKI/SNOWSHOE Portia section of the Kettle Valley on the Coquihalla - We leave Tim Horton's at the Whatcom Road exit on Highway #1 at 8.30am. From there we car pool. This is an easy snowshoe trip that is mostly flat. We travel on an old rail bed through a lovely valley that will give us frozen waterfalls and superb views. A great place to try snowshoeing. Round trip about 5 hours.

Contact and leader: Jim Pearson 604 946 5497

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10

SNOWSHOE Burke Mountain - We meet at the Tim Horton's at Coast Mountain Highway and Highway 7 at 9.30am. Coffee drinkers can meet at 9.00am. From there we walk to the trailhead and snowshoe up to our lunch spot and then back down again. This is mostly easy terrain with a couple of slightly steeper parts. No excuse for not coming one and all. About 5 hours round trip.

Contact and leader: Larry Burton 604 277 6951

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 15
SOCIAL Flamingo Restaurant- 6.30 P.M.
Our wonderful host at the Flamingo Chinese restaurant has once again agreed to provide a delicious ten course meal for the very reasonable cost of $22.00 per head including tax and tips. Drinks extra. We always enjoy the food and the ambience, so call in by February 10 to book your place.Contact: June Pearson (604) 946-5497

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 17

SKI/SNOWSHOE Dakota Ridge, Sunshine Coast - Meet at St. David's Church in West Vancouver and leave at 8.30am. We carpool from there.

We catch the 9.20am Langdale Ferry to Gibson's and drive up to Dakota Ridge. This is a rugged back country road that requires chains and 4 wheel drive. Superb trails for skiing and snowshoeing for every level of ability. Come and try it, you will surely love it. Trail tickets are $12, snowshoe tickets are $6. (These are last year's rates)

Contact and leader: Jim Pearson 604 946 5497

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 24

Snowshoe Calcheak Loop near Whistler - Meet at St. David's Church in West Vancouver and leave at 8.30am. We carpool from there. A nice loop trail of about 9km with not much of an elevation gain. Good for everyone. So come out and join us on the snow.

Contact and leader: Peter Phillips 604 732 4234

SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, NOVEMBER 2012

NOTA BENE

AGM November 16

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

SUNDAY SEPTMBER 2
HIKE     ELFIN LAKES  This year maybe catch the end of the summer flowers which are late due to late spring snows. Distance 22km with an elevation gain of 600m; high point 1560m.
Meet at 8.00am at St. David’s church in West Vancouver.
Leader; Larry Burton 604-277-6951.


CYCLE     GARRY POINT PARK TO IONA
This approximately 35 km cycle takes us on a flat moderate cycle from Garry Point Park to Iona spit.  Meet at Garry Point parking lot just west of the Old Cannery in Steveston at 10:00 a.m . Bring lunch.  Call by Friday for details and confirmation.
Leader:  Isla Steele 604=273-1487

TUES, WEDNESDAY,  SEPTEMBER 4 ,5
CYCLING     VICTORIA TRIP
I am proposing a bike ride for the Pathfinders to Victoria following the Lochside Trail for the three days and two nights immediately after the Labour Day weekend. Specifically, leaving the parking lot Tsawwassen Indian Reserve and taking the 10 AM ferry to Swartz Bay on September 4 and returning September 6.  I have enquired with the Robin Hood Motel, a bike friendly motel on Gorge Street in Victoria and I am told accommodation is not a problem for those two nights.  The two day rate in a standard room with a queen size bed would be $140.
Leaders:  David Parsk  604-929-1257JFGSDFG


SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 9.
HIKE  NEEDLE PEAK (Coquihalla)  A steady steep ascent results in a walk along a ridge to a glacial lake and alpine meadows. A further short climb brings you to endless views of mountains. Well worth the drive and effort, this hike is just before the Coquihalla summit.
Meet at Tim Horton’s Whatcom Road at 8.00am
Leaders; Doug and Sandra Farenholtz 604-855-3310.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 - 7.30 P.M.

SOCIAL  - SLIDE SHOW.  
Ann and Dick, John and Marg will be showing slides from their house exchange in the south of France.
Should be a good evening - as usual space is limited so call in early!  BYOB and nibblies.
Contact:  Ann Reiner  (604) 448-9036

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 16.
HIKE  WHISTLER HIKE.  Something different! Depending on weather, will try for a hike from the Peak to Peak Gondola, “ Let the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola be your jumping off point for exploring the mountains. From the terminal building, set off on foot to take in the best views and get a real taste of this unique alpine environment. While there are 50 kilometres of hiking and walking trails covering both mountains, the 6 trails on Blackcomb Mountain offer their own unique vistas, access points and interpretive opportunities.”
Cost for seniors $39.95, adults to 65 $42.95.
More details later.
Leader; Tony Keen 604-734-9391


SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 23
HIKE  ELK AND THURSTON MOUNTAINS.  Alpine meadows, getting into fall colours, views of mountains and valley. Will try for Thurston, another 4km on from Elk Mountain. But potential for a rest at the lunch spot for those who want to take in the views, rather than continue on. Distance 16.5km, elevation gain 1030m.
Meet at Tim Horton’s Whatcom Road at 8.00am
Leaders; Doug and Sandra Farenholtz 604-855-3310.

CYCLE     FORT LANGLEY
This approximately 35 km cycle is pretty much on the flat with a couple of gentle hills.  We’ll meet at Derby Reach Regional Park, have a picnic   lunch by the river at Glen Valley Park and return to Fort Langley for ice cream.  Call by Friday if attending.
Leader:  Sharon Annesley  604-214-9461



SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 30.
HIKE  YELLOW ASTER BUTTE -MOUNT BAKER. We will meet at the Glacier Ranger Station at 9:00. Rick Krouskop will lead the hike.  Tony Keen will co-ordinate cars, so hikers should call him at 604-734-9391 or send an email by Friday evening Sept 28.
This is an 8 mi. (13K) round trip/2200ft climb to lunch amongst the glacial tarns and another 300ft to top of the Butte.  Views to the south of Baker/Shuksan; to the north of the Border Peaks and Fraser valley.
 Coordinator: Tony Keen  604-734-9391

OCTOBER

SUNDAY OCTOBER 7
THANKSGIVING NO HIKE – DIY!


SATURDAY OCTOBER 13
CYCLE     URBAN RIDE         
UBC, Spanish Banks, Granville Island Circuit.   Call by Friday for details and confirmation. 
Leader:  Carole Jacques @604-526-6966 will be leading & will be able to advise the new meeting spot. 
 
SUNDAY OCTOBER14.
HIKE  CHEAKAMUS LAKE.  A good fall hike, relatively easy hike through tall trees, past Cheakamus Lake to Singing Creek and return. A hike any beginner or senior hiker can enjoy.
Distance 14km, elevation gain minimal.
Meet at St. David’s church at 8.30am.
Leader; Tony Keen, email or 604-734-9391

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 - 7.00 P.M.

SOCIAL - POT LUCK.  Once again it`s time to get together for a great dinner.  So start thinking about what you would like to bring.  Eating is one of the things we all do best - so come on out and join  the fun.
Contact:  June Pearson (604) 946-5497

SUNDAY OCTOBER 21.
HIKE  WHISTLER FLANK TRAIL.  This is a hike requiring cars at each end. The hike starts at Function Junction and ends at the start of the Rainbow Lake trailhead.It is gently undulating with a few uphills, views of Whistler and Blackcomb and fall colours. Distance 9km, elevation gain minimal.
Meet at St. David’s church at 8.30am.
Leader; Aileen Stalker, 604-734-9391.

SUNDAY TBA
CYCLE     EAST RICHMOND/NEW WESTMINSTER
A trip through the farm lands of  Eastern Richmond and along the Fraser River, passing strawberry U-pick farms, an  ornate Sikh temple, an interesting marina and some residual bog forest.  We will lunch at a picnic site on the banks of the Fraser.  Distance approximately 25/30  K with no elevation.  There is one busy section along Westminster Hwy and about 4.5 K of gravel.  Meet at the parking lot of Richmond Nature Park at 10:00 a.m.
Leader:  Judith Pilley 604-255-6836

SUNDAY OCTOBER 28
HIKE  BUNTZEN LAKE TO SASAMAT RETURN.  A good low level hike for this time of year. Start from the south end of Buntzen Lake and circle Sasamat Lake. Distance 11km elevation gain 300m.
Meet at the Buntzen Lake parking lot at 9.30am.
Leader; Larry Burton 604-277-6951.

NOVEMBER.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 4.
HIKE  BROTHERS CREEK LOOP.   
Special guest leader from the Ancient Forest Alliance.  
Meet at 10:00 the trail head on Millstream Road just east of Henlow Road in West Vancouver.  Hike will go rain or shine.  
Here is a note from Hannah Carpendale who is a member of the Ancient Forest Alliance.  She will be the guest leader of this hike and will help us find the ancient trees in this area.  As well see below for what we can learn on this hike from her talk.
 
The Ancient Forest Alliance is a non-profit environmental organization working to protect endangered ancient forests in BC.  We lead public old-growth hikes, during which we talk about old-growth forest ecosystems as well as the politics of old-growth logging in BC and the need to protect our ancient forests.  Donations are always welcome and are crucial for us to continue our conservation work, so any possible support is greatly appreciated!  We work alongside other environmental groups and with unions, small businesses, First Nations, student groups and the public to advocate for the protection of endangered old-growth forests in BC.  For more information about our work, visit www.ancientforestalliance.org
For liability reasons, we ask that everyone sign a waiver form before the hike.  Everyone should judge and be confident of their own ability to complete the hike, as we want to ensure the safety and health of everyone who comes along.

Hike details/difficulty:
The Brothers Creek Loop is listed as about 7km and with an elevation gain of around 350m.  It should take around 4 hours, but could be more or less depending on the group.  The difficulty is classified as moderate due to elevation gain and some uneven and steep sections of trail.

Contact Aileen Stalker by Friday November 2nd 604-734-9391 if you want to participate in this interesting and informative hike.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 11.
HIKE  CHEAKAMUS CANYON.  An old favourite for this time of year. Easy hiking at a low level. Dramatic views of the Tantalus Range and Cheakamus Canyon railway.
Meet at St. David’s church at 8.30am.
Leader; TBA

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 16.
PATHFINDERS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Ukrainian Cultural Centre, Ash St. 7.00 P.M.
It's that time of year again, so come along and hear what's been happening for the last 12 months.  Tony Keen will be presenting a photoshow of his Antarctic Adventure.
Bring your goodies, drinks and mugs.


Contact:  June Pearson (604) 946-5497

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 18.
HIKE  TBA.  .
Leader; Tony Keen 604-734-9391

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 25.
HIKE  TBA  Details later.
Leader; Aileen Stalker 604-734-9391.



CYCLISTS
THE NEXT SCHEDULED RIDES WILL NOT BE UNTIL APRIL, 2013.     WEATHER PERMITING, SHOULD ANYONE WANT TO DO AN IMPROMPTU RIDE SIMPLY EMAIL CYCLING ENTHUSIAST

JUNE, JULY, AUGUST 2012

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!

ADVANCE NOTICE – David Parsk is planning a three day bicycle trip to Victoria sometime in the fall. Accomodation will need to be organized, so if you are interested, be sure to give David a call at 604-929-1257.

JUNE

SUNDAY JUNE 3

HIKE The Trails BC Challenge

See http://www.trailsbc.ca/southwest_region/regional_parks_event/registration_form_12.pdf

for further information and start times and meeting places.

Leaders: There is a cost for this hike/bike and it is self-led on the designated routes. There are rides back to the beginning and snacks provided as well as an opportunity to learn more about Trails BC.

CONTACT Alan Toon at 604- 263-6268 if you plan to participate so that we can possibly get a group rate.

SUNDAY JUNE 10

HIKE Kulshan Ridge Mount Baker

Something novel - a summer snowshoe hike. This hike will start where the snow ends on the way to Artist’s Point . Views of Mount Shuksan to the east and Mount Baker to the west will provide wonderful pictures as we slosh through the snow to Huntoon Point. Depending on where we park this hike could be as short as 6 km round trip or longer. There is little elevation gain so it is a trip suitable for most hikers. Remember to bring your passport and health insurance. Meet at the Ranger Station in Glacier at 9:00.

LEADER: Rick Krouscop 360-305-9928

CYCLING VANCOUVER, BURNABY, FRASER FORESHORE
This 40 km ride with few hills, starts in Burnaby and takes us along lovely residential streets
and park trails in the Fraser foreshore areas of Burnaby and South Vancouver. We will be
stopping in one of the Fraser foreshore parks for a bag lunch.
Meet at 10:00 a.m. in the parking lot in Central Park at the corner of Boundary Rd and 46th
Ave, Burnaby.Leaders: Carole Jacques 604-526-6966

SUNDAY JUNE 17

HIKE Othello Tunnels
This is a wonderful round trip of approx 15 kms starting on the Kettle Valley trail outside of Hope. We then traverse over the historic Nicola Valley Trail descending to the Coquihalla river where given favourable conditions we can have lunch on the beach before going through the tunnels (bring flash lights) and then walk back along the Kettle Valley Trail to where we left our cars.
Meet at Tim Hortons (Whatcom Road Ext Hwy 1) 9.00

LEADERS: Doug & Sandra Farenholtz 1-604-855-3310

WEDNESDAY JUNE 20 NOTE WEDNESDAY

HIKE Pubs and shrubs of Galiano

A club favourite this year Pubs and Shrubs of Galiano will be a combined trip of the Swiss Club and the Pathfinders. The date on a Wednesday will mean that the majority of people will not have to pay ferry fare. Contact Alan for times and ferry information.

LEADER: Alan Toon 604-263-6238 for Pathfinders

SUNDAY JUNE24

HIKE Bellingham Ramble
This is a hike in progress and we will have to check it out before giving details. However, we will do a low level hike in the Bellingham area. Remember to bring your passport and health insurance.Leaders: Doug & Sandra Farenholtz 1-604-855-3310

CYCLE FORT LANGLEY
This approximately 35 km cycle is pretty much on the flat with a couple of gentle hills. We’ll
meet at Derby Reach Regional Park, have a picnic lunch by the river at Glen Valley Park
and return to Fort Langley for ice cream. Call by Friday if attending.
Leader: Sharon Annesley 604-214-9461

SATURDAY June 30 NOTE SATURDAY. SOCIAL - BARD ON THE BEACH. We will go to the 3pm matinee of the Bard on the Beach performance of “The Taming of the Shrew” and follow it up with a potluck dinner at the Kinneys. We did this last year with great success. You can order your own tickets, and sit where you like by phoning 604-739-0559 or online at www.bardonthebeach.org/. For the dinner, bring an appetizer, main course, salad or dessert, we will top it up with gourmet pizza, courtesy of the club. Meet at 1.45 at Kinneys’ house to drop off our food, we will then carpool to the Theatre. Contact – Ann Reiner (604)-448-09036

JULY

SUNDAY JULY 1 No hike this Sunday – enjoy our national holiday and celebrate in your own community or on Granville Island where music, games and fun are available all day long www.granvilleisland.com

SUNDAY JULY 8

HIKE Cougar Divide Mount Baker

Another summer snowshoe for at least part of the hike. Cougar Divide is "middle of road difficulty", with option to go further (and higher, to Chowder Ridge) if the party or part of the party wishes. First lunch stop is an easy 4 hour/8K round trip from trailhead. This ridge is similar to Skyline Divide, but is shorter overall, ending at the foot of Chowder Ridge. Remember to bring your passport and health insurance. Meet at the Ranger Station in Glacier at 9:00.

LEADER: Rick Krouscop 360-305-9928

CYCLE - THREE RIVERS RIDE, PITT MEADOWS.

We cycle along three different rivers – the Allouette, the Pitt and the Fraser. Distance is about 35 km. Beautiful vistas abound. Meet at 10 am at the parking lot on Harris Road immediately south of the Alouette River Bridge. You can get to Harris Road from the Lougheed Highway. Call by Friday evening for details and confirmation. Leaders: Dick and Ann Reiner (604)448-9036

FRIDAY JULY 13

SOCIAL - EVENING STROLL AND DESSERT. - 7.00 p.m.


Let`s have a wander around Southlands, looking at the horses and (hopefully!) enjoying a nice summer evening in the company of friends. Then we will choose a place to enjoy dessert and coffee (or something more if you choose!).


Contact: Alan Toon (604) 263-6268

SUNDAY JULY 15

HIKE Stawamus Squaw

In an attempt to wean Peter away from his favourite hike of High Falls he has agreed to lead this local hike. This is the less visited peak overlooking Squamish and without the death defying precipices. Hike the area so you can say you have done all the peaks on foot to those who ride the (proposed) gondola. Round trip 14.5 km. with 610 elevation gain Time allow 5.5 hours. Meet at the parking lot at Shannon Falls at 9:00 and we will probably ferry over to the base of the Chieftain campground/parking lot.

LEADER: Peter Phillips 604-732-4234

SUNDAY JULY 22

HIKE St. Mark’s Lookout

On this route, walk part of the route of the Baden Powell trail to Horseshoe Bay and get a reward of a view over Howe Sound after modest elevation gain. For an extra climb some may want to continue on up Unnecessary Mountain. Distance 11 km Elevation gain 460 m. Meet at the Cypress Mountain downhill ski parking lot at 9:30.

LEADER : Bob Spencer 604-980-2187

CYCLE POCO TRAIL
This approximately 25 km cycle starts at Colony Farm Regional Park and community
gardens, and includes trails along the Coquitlam River, Hyde Creek and Pitt River, at
times cycling through residential areas and urban parks. The trip is mostly flat with one
section along the highway shoulder. Meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Colony Farm parking lot at
the south end of Colony Farm road, which is accessed off the Lougheed Hwy.
Leader: Cliff Kelsey 604-941-2957

SUNDAY JULY 29

HIKE Levette and Hut Lake

Many of you have hiked the wooded path to Levette Lake (an easy round trip of XX km) and enjoyed a fresh water swim but this hike offers two levels – go to Levette and sit in the sun or swim or join those who chose to hike another 90 minutes to Hut Lake and visit another part of BC never before seen by most of the Pathfinders. Round trip12 kilometres, elevation gain 800 feet (240 metres)to Levette Lake Time - allow 5 hours. Meet at the St. David’s Church at 8:30

LEADER: Trudy Vanderburg 604-263-4174

SUNDAY AUGUST 5 (BC day Weekend)

HIKE Mount Seymour third peak

To avoid long ferry line-ups and crazy highways (BC Day Weekend) we will hike locally. A local favourite, both winter and summer, this hike can be very hot and dry on a sunny day. Bring a lot of water! The trail leads you up steep slopes and around large rocks. It will be the leader’s choice whether to go via Mystery Lake but be assured of panoramic views from any of the three peaks. Round trip is 9 km Elevation gain of 450 metres, high point on third peak is 1453 metres, time about 5 hours. Meet in the Mount Seymour parking lot at 9:00.

LEADER Sue Penfold 604-943-6822

SATURDAY AUGUST 11

CYCLE  HERITAGE RIDE AROUND VANCOUVER
This is a fascinating ride to view historic and interesting sites mostly in East Vancouver (rumour is there might be ice cream involved) 25 km or more – your choice. Phone your leader for time and place.
Leader: Shirley McCall 604-738-1989

SUNDAY AUGUST 12

HIKE Campbell Lake

We tried it last year and made it to the lookout before turning back because of heat?/snow?/ lack of perseverance? So let’s see if we can get further this year The hike involves a steady walk upwards on an old logging road, through tall timber to a helipad (where you can ask for heli pick up for the way back) and then on to the lake.

Round trip 9 km. Elevation gain 700 metres (2290 ft). Time - about 5 hours. Meet at Whatcom Road at 8:30 for car pooling.

LEADER: Peter Phillips 604-732-4234

FRIDAY AUGUST 17

SOCIAL - POT LUCK SUPPER
. - 7.00 p.m.


Sue Penfold has offered to host a pot-luck supper at her house in Tsawwassen. Whilst enjoying a delicious Pathfinder meal, you can look out over the ocean and enjoy a fabulous sunset. Sue has access to the beach, so you can take a little stroll after dinner and walk off some of those calories! Sounds great. As usual, call to let me know what you plan to bring. BYOB.
 
CONTACT  Sue Penfold 604-943-6822

SUNDAY AUGUST 19

HIKE Either Mount Eliphistone or Knob 2 trail at Gibsons on Sunshine Coast

A decision will be made by the leaders after reconnoitering these hikes. No need to bring a car – Tony and Aileen will take people to the start and back for the ferry at the end of the hike.

The hike will start at 10:00 so catch the 9:40 ferry Horseshoe Bay to Langdale to arrive at 10:30 am

LEADERS Tony and Aileen 604-734-9391 or Tony’s cell 9604-307-1395 after August 14^th

SUNDAY AUGUST 26

HIKE Mount Baker Surprise

Similar to last year we will arrive at the Ranger Station at 8:30 and decide what route to take based on snow conditions and trail openings. Remember to bring your passport and health insurance. Meet at the Ranger Station in Glacier at 9:00

LEADER: Sabina Harpe 604- 737-4837

CYCLE   SEYMOUR CONSERVATION RESERVE
This 22 km cycle (with some hills) winds through towering forests with plenty of viewpoints. Bring lunch. Leave Hwy 1 at exit 22 and drive north on Lillooet Road to its end at the lower Seymour Conservation Reserve parking area. Meet at 10:00 am in the parking lot at Rice Lake. Call by Saturday for details and confirmation.
Leader: David Parsk 604-929-1257

FRIDAY AUGUST 31

SOCIAL - DANUBE RESTAURANT
 - 6.30 p.m.

The Wednesday walking group know this restaurant well, since we have been there for lunch a couple of times. The menu is Hungarian and the food is delicious. So we are planning to go there for dinner - you can view the menu at www.danuberestaurant.com. The address is 3701 Hastings Street, Burnaby. Call me by Friday 24th August to reserve.


Contact: June Pearson - (604) 946-5497





MARCH, APRIL, MAY 2012

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!


ADVANCE NOTICE – David Parsk is planning a three day bicycle trip to Victoria sometime in the summer or fall. Accomodation will need to be organized, so if you are interested, be sure to give David a call at 604-929-1257.

MARCH 2012

SUNDAY, MARCH 4
SKI/SNOWSHOE
DIAMOND HEAD, SQUAMISH - We will leave St. David`s Church in West Vancouver at 8.30am and carpool from there. A nice steady climb up to the Red Heather hut where we will have lunch and then go on up to Paul Ridge for the view.
Leader: Jim Pearson 604- 946-5497

CYCLING
RICHMOND LOOP - A perennial favorite – weather permitting, we will bike up Granville Ave. to Shell Rd Trail, down the trail to the dyke, past Finn Slough, London Farm and the Murakami Boat yard, and into Steveston for lunch. Distance is approximately 30 km. Phone leaders for meeting time and place.
Leaders: Ann & Dick Reiner 604-448-9036

FRIDAY, MARCH 9

SOCIAL
SLIDE SHOW - 7.30 p.m. - Tonight`s entertainment is a slide show of Margaret and John`s trip ``Tramping the Milford Track`` in New Zealand. Promises to be very interesting, so get your name in soon as space is limited! BYOB and nibblies.

Contact: June Pearson 604 -946-5497

SUNDAY, MARCH 11
SNOWSHOE
HOLLYBURN MOUNTAIN - We will meet at the ticket office at 9.30am.
Do not buy trail tickets we do not need them. We will take the trail up
the mountain with a steep climb to begin with, but it flattens out for a while and then gets steep again.
Leader: Jim Pearson 604 -946 -5497



FRIDAY, MARCH 16
SOCIAL
THEATRE NIGHT- 7.30 p.m. - The United Players are showing The Odd Couple but this time the protagonists are female. Billed as ``a hilarious comedy - a contemporary classic``. Tickets are $18.00 each and can be obtained by phoning (604) 224-800 or on line.

Contact: June Pearson 604-946-5497
SUNDAY MARCH 18
CYCLE
GARRY POINT PARK TO McDONALD BEACH - This approximately 40 km cycle takes us on a flat moderate cycle along the East Dyke Trail from Garry Point Park on the south arm of the Fraser to McDonald Beach. We will cycle through Burkeville residential streets and secondary Vancouver International Airport roads, where the traffic is generally low in volume. McDonald Beach Park is where we will have a picnic lunch. Meet at Garry Point parking lot, just west of the Old Cannery in Steveston at 10:00 a.m. Bring a lunch. Call by Friday for details and confirmation.
Leader: Tom Reiner 604-274-7148

SNOWSHOE
NEEDLE PEAK, COQUIHALLA HIGHWAY -A steep climb at first, followed by a very pleasant trip along a ridge. Elevation gain about 600 metres, round trip about 10 km. Leave Tim Horton’s, Whatcom Rd, Abbotsford and Hwy 1 at 8.30 am.
Leaders: Sandra and Doug Farenholz 1 -604-855-3310

SUNDAY, MARCH 25
SNOWSHOE
CALLAGHAN-CHEAKAMUS - This is a new trip for us, scouted, tested and approved fit for Pathfinders by Aileen and Tony. It is low level and good for everyone who would like to snowshoe.
Leader: Aileen Stalker 604- 734 -9391

APRIL, 2012

SUNDAY, APRIL 1
SNOWSHOE
FAT DOG MOUNTAIN, MANNING PARK - We will leave Tim Hortons on Whatcom Road on Highway No. 1 at 8.30am and carpool from there. This is a fairly challenging climb of about 800m. A round trip of about 14km.
Leader: Doug Farenholtz 1- 604- 855 -3310

CYCLE
KERRISDALE AREA -See the description of this cycle in Steel & Stalker’s Public Art in Vancouver (2009) book on page 49. You will see totem poles and Salish house posts, a replica of a rune memorial stone (Viking), the “Crab”, and Captain George Vancouver’s neighbourhood murals. Contact your leader for details of meeting place and time.
Leader: Maureen Kinney 604-263-4579

SUNDAY, APRIL 8
EASTER -Please call around and make your own arrangements. In the past no one has wanted to go out on Easter Sunday


FRIDAY, APRIL 13SOCIAL
POT LUCK- 7.00 p.m.
 One of our favourite occupations is getting together and eating! So let`s do it again - call me to let me know what delicious goodies you plan to bring. BYOB.

Contact: Maureen Kinney 604- 263-4579

SUNDAY, APRIL 15
SNOWSHOE
BLACK MOUNTAIN/EAGLE BLUFFS. -Weather caused cancellation in January. About 2 km to top; elevation gain of 1000 feet. Then, energy permitting, we can descend to Eagle Bluffs for a scenic lunch. Meet near downhill ticket office at 10 am, don’t buy tickets. If snow is not suitable, we will go on a lower level North Shore hike.
Leader: Sue Penfold 604-943-6822

SATURDAY APRIL 21 **NOTE DAY**
CYCLE
BOUNDARY BAY – DELTA -This flat 22 km cycle on paved roads and gravel dyke provides you with plenty of ocean and mountain views, tidal flats, lagoons and opportunities to spot shorebirds and water fowl near lovely Centennial Beach. A bonus for the cycle is a visit to the “Secret Garden”. Meet at the main terminal at Boundary Bay Airport parking lot (facing Churchill St.) at 10:00 a.m . Bring a lunch. Call by Thursday evening for details and confirmation.
Leader: Isla Steele 604-273-1487

SUNDAY APRIL 22
HIKE
NORVAN FALLS – Moderate hike, 13.5km; elevation gain minimal, high point 375m; 5 to 6 hours. Meet at the parking area near the trail head at 9.30am. (Dawn Hanna, Hike #10)
Leader : Bob Spencer 604 980 2187


FRIDAY, APRIL 27
SOCIAL
RESTAURANT DINING- 6.30 p.m.
 -Tonight we shall eat Malaysian food at the Banana Leaf restaurant at 3005 West Broadway. You can peruse the menu at your leisure by logging on to HYPERLINK "http://www.bananaleaf-vancouver.com/index.html"http://www.bananaleaf-vancouver.com/index.html. Yummy stuff! So call me by April 23 to reserve your spot.

Contact: Alan Toon 604 -263-6268

SUNDAY, APRIL 29
SNOWSHOE
MOUNT ZOA, COQUIHALLA - We will leave Tim Horton’s on Whatcom Road on Highway No. 1 at 8.30am and carpool from there. This is a fairly challenging climb of about 850m and a round trip of about 10km.

MAY 2012

SUNDAY, MAY 6
HIKE
DIEZ VISTAS – Elevation gain 1020 metres. Distance 15km. Time 6 hours. High Point 607 metres This trail runs along and above Indian Arm. There are some lookouts that give you views of Vancouver, Seymour Mountain and Indian Arm. Meet in the Buntzen Lake parking lot at 9.30am.
Leader : Bob Spencer 604 -980 -2187


CYCLE
PITT LAKE A scenic ride along dikes and roads with a stop for lunch at beautiful Pitt Lake . About 30 km and all flat. Meet at 10:00 am at the parking lot on Harris Road immediately south of the Alouette River Bridge . From Lougheed Highway turn left on Dewdney Trunk Road just east of Pitt River Bridge . Turn left again on Harris Road . The ride will be in conjunction with the Outsetters Club. Call by Friday for details and confirmation.
Leader: Maggie Doughty 604-922-7699
FRIDAY, MAY 11
SOCIAL
INDOOR GAMES-7.30 p.m.
 - -Bring out your Mexican train, UNO, Boggle, etc. and get set for an evening of fun. This is always a noisy, fun evening. Be there! BYOB.
Leaders: Tom and Elly Reiner 604 -274 - 7148

SUNDAY, MAY 13
SNOWSHOE
NEEDLE PEAK, COQUIHALLA    This is a fairly strenuous snowshoe (about the same level of difficulty as Mt Zoa) that starts with a steep uphill followed by a more shallow grade along a ridge towards Needle Peak. Meet at Tim Horton’s on Whatcom Rd. Abbotsford at 8.30am and car pool from there.
Leaders: Doug and Sandra Farenholtz 1-604-855-3310

This replaces the Campbell Valley hike, unless anyone would like to volunteer to lead it?

SUNDAY MAY 20
HIKE
PETGILL LAKE. This hike is above Howe Sound, to a jewel-like lake. It’s in Dawn Hanna, hike #34.
Distance is 12 km., with an elevation gain of 610 metres. Meet at St David's, Taylor Way.9 am.
Leader : Bob Spencer 604- 980 -2187SUNDAY, MAY 27 - 10 a.m.

SOCIAL
CLUB PICNIC Spring is here again and it's time to exercise in the morning and eat and socialize in the afternoon. Location is the same as before - Deas Island Park. Club will supply food as usual, we’ll be asking for volunteers to help put the barbecue together. Call by May 22 so that we know how many to cater for.

Contact: Alan Toon 604 263 6268

WALK DEAS ISLAND PARK A walk from the picnic site. Leader t.b.a.


CYCLE DEAS ISLAND PARK Leaving Deas Island we go straight down 64th towards the dyke, cutting off on 34B and returning through Ladner.
Leader: Sharon Annesley 604-214-9461