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!
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
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
