The Raven July/August 2025

Club news

 

 

 

 

 

At a glance:

1. President's Message

2. Waterton Hiking Trip July 10-18

3. North Shore Hiker Badges

4. Pictures from some recent spring activities

5. What's on the Schedule?

6: What North Shore Hikers Can Offer Members

1. President's Message July/August 2025:

Summer has arrived!  I love the sunny days, warm weather and feeling of freedom that arrives with summer. Join some of the many activities the club has planned and exercise your summer freedom.

First things first.  Check out https://bcinvasives.ca/play-your-part/play-clean-go/

This website from the PlayCleanGo initiative reminds all outdoor enthusiasts that we should each do our part to protect our amazing outdoor environment.

This year Cristina got the jump on summer with the Penticton Hike/Bike.  This first Summer Camp for 2025 went from June 9th to 15th.  And, we were lucky enough to get summer weather - maybe a bit too lucky the first day.  I confess I wasn’t ready for the 32 C weather.  Luckily Okanagan and Skaha Lakes were there for cool down swims each day!  Skaha Lake was noticeably colder than Okanagan Lake.  I cooled down in Skaha just once!!  We hiked the bluffs on both the west and east sides of the Skaha Lake in sunny weather and were afforded fantastic views of the Okanagan Valley.  On day two, we were treated to a lovely potluck picnic lunch hosted by the local outdoors club.  It was fun to share a hike with members of another club and then get to know them at a yummy lunch.  I missed most of the biking but got to do a short ride along the Similkameen River.  Beautiful!

In July, the Waterton Lakes National Park Summer Camp will take place from July 10th to 18th.  Check out the schedule of events if you are interested.  In September, the Strathcona Park/Quadra Island Summer Camp will take place from September 3rd to 9th.  Contact Don Fockler at dfockler@hotmail.com if interested.

The Executive Committee would love to have more activities on the schedule.  If you are interested in learning more about leading a trip or two or more, contact me at president@northshorehikers.org

2.  Waterton Hiking Trip July 10-18

Join us in this spectacular region of Southern BC

As part of the Canada Strong Pass, the Government of Canada is offering free admission to places operated by Parks Canada from June 20 to September 2, 2025 inclusive.  Details:  https://parks.canada.ca/voyage-travel/conseils-tips/choisis-canada-choose/admission-camping#admission

See the trip announcement at https://northshorehikers.org/events/waterton-lakes-national-park/

3. North Shore Hiker Badges:

Up to ten North Shore Hiking Badges have been given out to the Penticton Hiking Club in appreciation of hosting our club cycling trip in Penticton  in June 2025.


You can get your badge too.. be a leader, co-lead,  suggest a trip, attend a hike, a bike trip, paddle, snowshoe or multi-days trip.   Just be involved and be active with the club!

 

 

 

4. Pictures from some recent hikes and cycles this spring:

Saltspring  Overnight cycling trip

Camping at Ruckle Park:

 

Penticton:

Ten NSH hikers were the guests of two local Penticton clubs for 6 days in June. There were hikes everyday and cycles most of the days. Weather was fabulous and the company was great.
We invited the locals to join us for our hikes any time they are in the Vancouver area.
And here are some pictorial memories:
Rolling hills and sunset:

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Keremeos basalt columns:

5. What's on the schedule?

June 30 - VIMFF Summer Fest

July 1 - BCMC - at your own pace has been replaced by South West Knob Exploratory

July 2 - Poland Lake - Camping at Manning

July 3-4 -  One Night Backpacking Trip

July 10-18 Waterton Lakes National Park

July 11 - Spanish Bank - Low Tides Bike and Walk

July 19 - Paddle Pitt Lake/Hike Widgeon Falls

July 22-23 - Two Day Pemberton Explorer

August 8 - Spanish Bank - Low Tides Bike and Walk

August 9 - Cycle Fort Langley Glen Valley Derby Reach

August 22 - Spanish Bank - Low Tides Bike and Walk

September 3-8 - Summer Camp - Strathcona Park, Vancouver Island

Friday Pop Up Bike Trips - Richmond or Vancouver

6. What North Shore Hikers Can Offer Members:

Are you ready to explore the great outdoors, meet new friends, and challenge yourself in nature? Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, our Hiking Cub welcomes members of all ages and abilities!  We are a long established hiking club. Our leaders have had many years to decades of experience. With NSH, safety is our top priority, and we’ll NEVER leave a hiker behind. So, whether you’re cruising a mountain trail or hitting the slopes, you’re in great hands.

You’ll unlock access to epic hikes and a whole lot more—think skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, kayaking, cycling, canoeing, and tons of other adventures!

Many new clubs or community centres charge much higher fees for similar activities.
With NSH there is a nominal fee of $30 to join for the year ($14 of which goes to insurance and $8 goes to the Federation of Mountain Clubs of B.C.). You get great value and information for your small yearly fee.
If you are an experienced hiker, maybe you would like to lead a hike. This club has variety and is a great place to meet like minded outdoor enthusiasts. Let's get outdoors and make memories!

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