Raven, November 2022

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 November 2022

Then suddenly it was fall. Soon winter? It is snowing for real, and it's only November 3rd. This year may be one for fun snowy trips up in the mountains. It is our third straight La Nina year. She can bring the white fluffy stuff and some blustery weather. Strap on your spikes!

Annual General Meeting Reminder

Tuesday, Nov 8, 2022
Sunrise Community Centre
1950 Windermere Street, Vancouver

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Refreshments will be served
Photo Contest Winners & Gear Swap

Read the full  AGENDA here

November Trip Schedule

Evans Peak - Sat November 12th

Check the trip schedule during the month. We add new trips regularly. Want to join in on a trip? You can click here to find out more if you are a member. Not a member? Then come along as a guest. But, hey why not just join?  Contact membership@northshorehikers.org 

DATE/TIME CATEGORY EVENT
Sat 5 Nov D Hike
D3c		 Baal and/or Midian Pk
Sun 6 Nov
8:00 am		 A Hike
A2b		 Norvan Falls
Tue 8 Nov
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm		 2022 AGM
Sat 12 Nov
8 am - 5 pm		 C Hike Evan’s Peak
Sat 12 Nov
10:00 am		 A Hike
A2/3b		 Polytrichum Viewpoint, Halvor Lunden trail, Buntzen Lake,
Sat 19 Nov A Hike
A2b		 Lakeview Trail/Buntzen Lake
Tue 22 Nov
8:00 am		 Back-country Ski Yew Lake area Ski
Sun 27 Nov A Hike
A2b		 A2b Hike To Be Announced

Grouse Mountain Regional Park Closure

​Grouse Mountain Regional Park is currently CLOSED due to helicopter operations in the park from Monday to Saturday, October 31 to November 14. The Grouse Grind, BCMC and Simic Trails are all inside park boundaries. The park will only open on Sundays, weather permitting. The Grouse Mountain Skyride is also closed and will re-open on November 11th.

Renew Your Membership

Annual memberships expire on November 30th. Take a minute to renew today.

Forgot your password? Reset it here. If you've already renewed, thank you so much and see you on the trails. Note: New members who joined in October or November 2022, don't need to renew until November 2023. Thanks so much from your membership team.

Trip Report: Golden Ears East Canyon Loop

by Carol Kautz

Thanks to Katy Poon who led eleven North Shore Hikers on this wonderful, fun hike in Golden Ears Park. Due to the changing temperatures and elevation gain, we had quite a few stops going up the East Canyon Trail. We crossed the bridge to the West Canyon Trail to look down over Gold Creek where the water level was low and then our next stop was Viewpoint Beach. We turned back from Viewpoint Beach and went to the connector loop trail where seven hikers stayed just below Gold Creek Lookout.

Four hikers, led by Bengul, scrambled up to the Upper falls and were glad they did. Out of the four, one became an expert tree hugger on the way down. After the four hikers descended the upper falls, the group descended to the lower falls, had another long break, and returned via the lower falls trail. Everyone was really social, and we all enjoyed the great company and the beautiful fall/summer day. Thank you, Katy, for all your work organizing this successful outing.

Thanks for reading and happy trails!

Now gimme that sandwich.

Annual General Meeting Notice

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North Shore Hikers Society Annual General Meeting

7:00 PM

Tuesday, Nov 8, 2022
Sunrise Community Centre
1950 Windermere Street, Vancouver

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Refreshments will be served
Photo Contest Winners & Gear Swap

Agenda

  1. Call to Order by Carol Kautz, President, at 7:00 PM
  2. Quorum is thirty members
  3. Approval of Agenda
  4. Approval of November 19, 2021, AGM Minutes 
  5. Reports from Executive Committee (please reserve any questions until after all reports are completed)
    • President: Carol Kautz
    • Treasurer: Kira Wu
    • FMCBC Rep: Cristina Jacob
    • Membership Secretary & Trail Clearing Planner: Andrew Wong
    • Webmaster Report: Mark Latham
    • Trip Report Secretary: Carol Kautz
    • Planning Coordinator: Alastair Ferries

6. New Business

(a) Election of New Executive Committee and Appointments

Proposed Candidates and Vacancies

(b) Increase in Club fees from $25 - $30, due to an increase in club insurance premiums for 2023 and website maintenance

(c) Website rebuild budget – Mark Latham and Heather Drugge

(d) Bylaw changes

Existing Bylaws  

Proposed Bylaw Changes 

(e) Honouring Ye Chu for Lifetime Membership Award – Carol Kautz

BREAK: Gear Swap bring any gear you would like to sell and come prepared to buy 

  1. New Business (continued)

(f) Photo Contest Winners, Vote for Humourous Photo - Alastair Ferries

(g) Special NSH Trip Leaders contest winners – Alastair Ferries

(h) Christmas Party

(i) Anything else from attendees?

7. Adjourn

The Raven – October 2022

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The Raven, October 2022

Brown leaves sway down from the tree tops. The chickadees and juncos are back from their alpine summers. Chatty Steller's jays hop alongside dry creekbeds. Our summer is winding down so slowly. Enjoy Augtober!

Acadian Beach
The 5-star biffy up at Whyte Lake
Old gun bunkers on Point Grey

LAST! Call for Photos 

North Shore Hikers members can submit one photo for each category, up until October 31, 2022.  More information and to submit. We will reveal the winners and runners up at the Annual General Meeting.

Categories
Category Prize
A scenery photo taken during a 2022 North Shore Hikers trip. $100
A scenery picture shot anytime or anywhere. $50
A wild animal (mammal, bird, reptile, insect, etc.) picture taken anytime, anywhere. $50
A wild plant (tree, flower, mushroom, etc.) photo taken anytime, anywhere. $50
A people (companions or locals) picture taken anytime, anywhere. $50
A humorous picture taken anytime, anywhere. $50

Russet Lake via Singing Pass and Musical Bumps

by Ye Chu

Two intrepid hikers met at 5:45 am at the Church to drive up to Whistler, where two other hikers waited for them in the Whistler parking lot. Our group was small but very efficient. We knew we had a challenge ahead of 26.16 km, 2200 cumulative elevation gain and catching the peak-to-peak gondola at 40:0 pm.

We hiked up 11.5 km to singing pass and another 3 km up to Russet lake. Two of us had lunch inside the Claire Kees Hut, relaxing with our feet up in the lounge area. Quite the treat!

After a short lunch, we headed down back to singing pass in glorious sunshine with temperatures at 26 C. From there we hiked the strenuous musical bumps: obo, piccolo and flute (remember, it is the best view in Garibaldi park). After a short 15 min break (2 pm), we headed down to the junction of high note and half note trails. Then we climbed up to the symphony bowl, down to symphony lake, up to harmony bowl, down to harmony lake and finally “yo-yoing” back up to the Whistler Peak-to Peak gondola. We arrived at 3:58 pm with 2 minutes to spare!  An exhausting day with a great group of hikers, who were very grateful for the summer-like weather

October Trip Schedule

Want to join in on a trip? If you are a member, you can click here to find out more. Not a member? Then come along as a guest. But, hey why not just join?  Contact membership@northshorehikers.org

DATE/TIME CATEGORY EVENT
Sat 8 Oct
6:30 am - 6:00 pm		 C Hike
c2c		 Cinder cone, Cheakamus Lake approach, Whistler Sat. Oct. 8/22
Sat 8 Oct
8:00 am		 DOG HIKE
A2b		 Dogs must be on a leash, Burnaby Mountain
Sun 9 Oct
8:00 am		 A Hike
A2b		 A2b, Crooked Falls
Mon 10 Oct
9:30 am - 2:30 pm		 Cycling
easy to intermediate		 Cranberry Trail Bike Ride
Sun 16 Oct
8:00 am		 A Hike
A2b		 Golden Ears East Canyon Loop
Sun 23 Oct A Hike
A2b		 Lower Hollyburn Hike
Fri 28 Oct -
Sun 30 Oct
8:00 am		 Cycling Cowichan Valley multiday bike ride
Sat 29 Oct
9:15 am		 A Hike
A2a		 Dog Mountain

Trip Etiquette

Club trips are group trips. The leader will do his or her best to make the trip an enjoyable experience, but as a participant, you have a responsibility to:

  1. Be properly equipped.
  2. Be considerate of others and their abilities.
  3. Keep the pace of the group. If the pace is too fast or if you are having difficulty, tell the leader or the end person.
  4. Stay with the group and keep between the leader and end-person, unless the trip leader has explicitly made other arrangements. (For example, depending on group size and abilities, the leader may decide to split the group into two parties.)

Here are our Activity Guidelines to let you know how to prepare for a trip and what to expect.

Let’s Go Cycling!

by Cristina Jacobs
Our last cub social which was dedicated to cycling was attended by 20+ members interested in the subject. We had an animated round table discussion about rules of the road, insurance, and safe cycling habits. Our website has some information on cycling safety and local requirements. Most cycling requirements in BC are included in the Provincial MVA and local municipal bylaws. Note that cycling rules violations are about $109 per offence and are either payable to ICBC for MVA offences or the local City for municipal bylaws offences. We are planning to augment our website with information on these topics.
On cycling insurance here are some salient points:
  • Your NSH membership covers you on all club-sanctioned cycling trips in Canada or elsewhere, for all claims by a third party against you and the club. Also as a trip leader, you are provided additional legal protection.
  • Similar to incidents occurring during hiking trips, the trip leader must file an incident report for any cycling situations requiring advanced medical attention or/and a trip to the hospital
  • In BC and in the US, ICBC provides insurance to cyclists involved in a collision with a motor vehicle on an insurance system based on the no-fault model. You are covered, regardless of fault, for rehab expenses and wage losses. You must contact ICBC to file a claim. It is a good idea to have good evidence on the details of the incident, including pictures, witnesses, information on the driver, and if possible a police report.
  • In most cases, damage to your bicycle is not covered.
  • In general, theft and damage to your cycle are covered by homeowner or tenant insurance policies. You must check the deductible and the maximum replacement value offered under those policies.
  • If you have an expensive bike it is a good idea to obtain an additional cycle-specific insurance policy. They are available for about $30 -40 per year.
  • And last but not least, hitting a cyclist with a door of a parked car , also called dooring, is an offence that costs the driver $368.
Check the following website for information and maps on the local bike routes:  www.Letsgobiking.net

Thanks for reading and happy trails

September Social Reminder

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Don't Miss Our Next Social Evening

Theme: Let’s go Cycling!

Tuesday, September 13th
Sunrise Community Hall, 1950 Windermere, Vancouver
Time: 7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Program
Slides from international cycling trips

Road Safety for People on Bikes -  ICBC representative
Bicycle Insurance - a round table discussion

Everyone is welcome, members and guests alike
Parking free on the nearby streets
Individually wrapped snacks and drinks
Gear swap + prize draws

The Raven – September 2022

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The Raven

Who is ready for fall? Not me. There is still plenty of time to get out in the mountains. We have lots of hikes planned. Bonus: the superbad bug season is finally over. Phew!

Echo Summit looking west toward Crown and CN1
Lynn Canyon Douglas Maples
Whyte Lake
Mayne Island

Next Social Evening

Theme: Let’s go Cycling!

Tuesday, September 13th
Sunrise Community Hall, 1950 Windermere, Vancouver
Time: 7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Program
Slides from international cycling trips

Road Safety for People on Bikes -  ICBC representative
Bicycle Insurance - a round table discussion

Everyone is welcome, members and guests alike
Parking free on the nearby streets
Individually wrapped snacks and drinks
Gear swap + prize draws

September Trip Schedule

Want to join in on a trip? If you are a member, you can click here to find out more. Not a member? Then come along as a guest. But, hey why not just join?  Contact membership@northshorehikers.org

DATE/TIME CATEGORY EVENT
Sat 3 Sep
6:30 am - 6:00 pm		 C Hike
Intermediate		 Brandywine Mountain
Sat 3 Sep
8:15 am		 A Hike
A2a		 A2b, Beer, Fish & Chips, Crossover Hike/Cypress Falls to Horseshoe Bay, Car-free day (in reverse order of course)
Mon 5 Sep
9:30 am - 5:00 pm		 Cycling
moderate pace		 Bike around Barnston Island
Sat 10 Sep
7:00 am - 6:00 pm		 C Hike
C		 Last magnificant ancient forest in Whistler and Cougar Mountain hike
Tue 13 Sep
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm		 Social Club Social Evening
Sat 17 Sep A Hike Deas Island - in the fall. 6090 Deas Island Rd, Delta, BC
Sat 17 Sep
6:00 am - 6:00 pm		 C Hike Skywalk full loop from iceberg lake to screaming cat lake -20 km
Sun 18 Sep
7:00 am - 4:00 pm		 B Hike
B2b		 Petgill Lake trail maintenance day
Sat 24 Sep A Hike Iona beach - North Jetty

Photo Contest 

Don't forget about our photo contest! North Shore Hikers members can submit one photo for each category until October 31, 2022. For more information and how to submit >>

Winning photos or commended from  2020

Featured Trip: Capilano Pacific

Cap Pacific Hikers with Millie (the leader)

Ralphie and Carol

Millie

Ralphie and Millie

Of the eight hikers who met at the Rabbit Lane trailhead, we had one guest and 3 new members on their first hikes. Ralphie, the beagle, who just moved into his forever home, had a non-stop waggy tail until his mom went into the woods. Tail stopped, he stared at where she went and did not stop howling until she returned. Being a beagle, he was leashed the whole time. Millie, on the other hand, was very chill and was off her leash on all the leash-optional trails. Wasn’t long before Ralphie realized he had a new mentor. He needed a little help when it came to drinking out of streams. It was very hot and his mom had a hard time coaxing him to drink, but Millie did a great job showing him. When we got to Cleveland damn, Ralphie hung out happily at the picnic table while Mom took a little break. The water in the reservoir was very low, and the outflow at the dam was very reduced. We stopped at the hatchery and there was some pretty good Coho action. Returned to the trailhead at about 13:30. Millie and Ralphie were the stars today.

Thanks for reading! Happy trails, everyone.

Coliseum Mountain

The Raven – Summer 2022

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The Raven - Summer 2022

Ah summertime, summertime. The forest is storing up energy for winter. Sunny skies, turquoise lakes, melting snowfields, the alpine in bloom and bugs aplenty. There's just no better way to beat the heat than to head up into the forest, or strip off and jump in an alpine lake. Is there?

Viewpoint on Mt. Killam - Gambier Island
The Mt. Killam Camel
Deas Island bike ride
3 Chiefs hikers

New Club Logo

We have updated our logo! The meaning has not changed "Exploring together in the outdoors" but the look and feel is more modern. You will start seeing the new logo on our website and in other communications.

BEFORE

 

 AFTER

August Trip Schedule

Want to join in on a trip? If you are a member, you can click here to find out more. Not a member? Then come along as a guest. But, hey why not just join?  Contact membership@northshorehikers.org


DATE/TIME
CATEGORY
EVENT
Tue 2 Aug - Thu 4 Aug Camp
A1a to B2b		 Manning Park
Tue 2 Aug
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm		 Cycling Evening Bike Trip around Richmond
Sat 6 Aug
8:00 am		 B Hike
B2b		 West Knob via Whyte Lake in West Vancouver
Sun 7 Aug A Hike
A2b		 A2b, Mt. Parke Loop hike, Mayne Island
Thu 11 Aug
9:30 am		 Cycling
Easy Cycle		 Easy Bike Ride at Spanish Banks, and swim, relaxed pace
Sat 13 Aug
8:00 am		 A Hike
A2b		 A2b, Crooked Falls, Squamish area
Sun 14 Aug A Hike
A2a		 Bowen Island Ramble, A2a, Slow paced, New Members Welcome
Tue 23 Aug
9:30 am		 A Hike
A2a		 Black Mountain via Baden Powell Trail, A2a
Sat 27 Aug
7:00 am - 7:00 pm		 C Hike
Intermediate		 Goat Ridge, Squamish
Sun 28 Aug
9:30 am		 A Hike
A2b		 Fishermens’s Trail area / Rice Lake

Presenters Wanted - Cycling Theme

Our social nights are created by you! The next theme is "Cycling" Did you go on a cycle tour? a bikepacking trip? find some gravel trails? Our social convener is looking for people to share their photos and experience for 15 minutes at the next social, on September 13th. Please contact Cristina.

Photo Contest 

Don't forget about our photo contest! North Shore Hikers members can submit one photo for each category until October 31, 2022. For more information and how to submit >>

Category Prize
A scenery photo taken during a 2022 North Shore Hikers trip. $100
A scenery picture shot anytime, anywhere. $50
A wild animal (mammal, bird, reptile, insect, etc.) picture taken anytime, anywhere. $50
A wild plant (tree, flower, mushroom, etc.) photo taken anytime, anywhere. $50
A people (companions or locals) picture taken anytime, anywhere. $50
A humorous picture taken anytime, anywhere. $50

Garibaldi Lake campground closed due to flooding

High heat and the unseasonably large snowpack has caused the lake to rise and flood the Garibaldi Lake Campground. This  is blocking access in or out of the campground. The Garibaldi Lake Campground will be closed until the lake recedes to a safe level. Please check back here for further updates.

 

Lynn Headwaters Lease Expires

Home to the 4th largest girth tree in Canada, Lynn Headwaters park is on land leased from the province for 30 years. That term is up and conservationist and lawyer Paul Hundal, who lives in West Vancouver, is using the opportunity to petition for permanent park status that would protect the area in perpetuity. In his view, a short-term lease is designed to give the province the option of logging the area in the future if it chooses then to do so.
Learn More >>

Thanks for reading, Happy Summer Trails

Rockwall - Kootenay National Park

 

 

 

New: Dogs on Hikes

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New: Dogs on Hikes!

Today we are announcing the advent of "Dog Hikes." Yes, for the first time in 70 years, bowser can now come along on a North Shore Hiker's designated "Dog Hike".

Let's paws to find out how this will work.

Hike leaders can choose whether or not they will accept dogs on their hike. Let your hike planner know if your hike is a "Dog Hike" when you submit a trip you will lead. The hike will show up on the schedule as a "Dog Hike." This does not mean people have to bring a dog. Duh. It signals that you can. Also for people who don't like dogs on hikes, they know to perhaps give that trip a miss.

For people who want to bring a dog, please tell the leader. There may be too many people and or dogs on a trip so it is up to the leader to decide how many to accept. This has always been true for hikers. Now it extends to our four-legged friends. Guests are also able to bring dogs along so long as the leader is okay with that.

On the trail, it is up to the dog owner to ensure the safety of their pooch and of all hikers as related to their dog.

Woof, Woof!

 

 

BC Parks 2022 summer day-use program starts on June 17

Parks and trails

Starting June 17, 2022, free day-use passes are required to visit these  provincial parks:

  • Garibaldi Provincial Park at Diamond Head, Rubble Creek, and Cheakamus trailheads [vehicle pass];
  • Golden Ears Provincial Park [vehicle pass];
  • Joffre Lakes Provincial Park [hiker pass].

To book a day-use pass:

For more information, go to BC Parks.

Notes:

  • Garibaldi Provincial Park trailheads at Wedgemount Lake and Fitzsimmons Creek/Singing Pass do not require the day-use pass.
  • Cypress Provincial Park, Mt Seymour Provincial Park, and Stawamus Chief Provincial Park do not require a day-use pass to visit.

Social Evening Reminder – You are Invited

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North Shore Hikers Social Evening

Monday, June 27, 7:00 p.m.
Sunrise Community Hall,
1950 Windermere St, Vancouver

More Info
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Free Parking is available on the streets nearby.
Bring your own mug for tea or coffee
Individually wrapped snacks and canned pop/juice will be available for all to enjoy.

Program

7:00 - 7:45
Kimberley Burge,
from AdventureSmart BC will present "Survive Outside"

Trip Planning - making a plan and leaving a trip plan.
Training - physical, certification-based, mentorship, mental strength, decision making.
Taking the Essentials - basic safety items, plus adding season and sport-specific gear.
What to do in an emergency - who to call for help, when to call for help, how to call for help, no charge for rescue, the S.T.O.P. analogy and signalling S.O.S.

7:45 - 8:15
Refreshment break
Short quiz to win the book “ DEEP SURVIVAL: Who Lives, Who Dies And Why” by Laurence Gonzales

8:15 - 9:00
Survive Outside Presentation continues

9:00 - 9:30
Q&A and Club Announcements

The Raven June 2022

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The Raven - June 2022

Wow. May was wet. Really wet. But we got some great trips in anyways. Our club is waterproof! Even so, I am sure we are all hoping for a better June.

Mount Gardner Summitt
Fraser River Bike Ride
Fisherman's Trail Hike

June Trip Schedule

Want to join in on a trip? If you are a member, you can click here to find out more. Not a member? Then come along as a guest. But, hey why not just join?  Contact membership@northshorehikers.org

DATE/TIME CATEGORY EVENT
Sun 5 Jun
9:45 am		 A Hike - A3b BCMC Hike
Sat 11 Jun A Hike
A1a		 Pitt-Addington Marsh, Great Birding Hike
Sun 12 Jun
8:00 am - 5:00 pm		 B Hike - B2a Al’s Habrich Ridge Trail (from gondola)
Sun 12 Jun
10:00 am - 3:00 pm		 Cycling - easy to moderate pace Richmond bike ride
Tue 14 Jun - Wed 15 Jun Cycling
Easy pace		 Saltspring Island bike camp
Sun 19 Jun B Hike
B2b		 Full Pull Hike, Coquitlam B2b
Wed 22 June B Hike
B2b		 Mount Galiano and Bluffs
Sun 26 Jun D Hike
D3d		 The Nai (FMCBC hike)
Sun 26 Jun
10:00 am		 FAMILY HIKE
A2a		 Hollyburn Mountain
Mon 27 Jun
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm		 Club Social Evening

Why Carpool?

If at all possible, please try to carpool to trailheads. We can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the requirement for electrical power by sharing. Some members do not have vehicles and would appreciate a ride. In addition, the pressure for parking in neighbourhoods close to trailheads can be problematic. To compensate drivers for fuel and maintenance, we suggest a $7.00 fee which should be paid at the end of each adventure. Thanks for taking care of the environment and helping each other out.

Next Social Features Adventure Smart Presentation

Join us on Monday, June 27th at our next social evening to learn more about outdoor preparedness. Discover best practices and more. All are welcome - members and guests.

  • Trip Planning - making a plan and leaving a trip plan.
  • Training - physical, certification-based, mentorship, mental strength, decision making.
  • Taking the Essentials - basic safety items, plus adding season and sport-specific gear.
  • What to do in an emergency - who to call for help, when to call for help, how to call for help, no charge for rescue, the S.T.O.P. analogy and signalling S.O.S.

Featured Trip: Al's Habrich Ridge

by Anita Leonard

The day dawned cold and cloudy, in keeping with the general temperament of this miserable spring. Showers were forecast for later in the day, precluding any hope of a brighter afternoon. But despite the uninspiring weather, an even dozen of intrepid souls showed up for the hike from the base of the Chief to the top of the Sea to Sky gondola and beyond. Like me, I’m sure everyone else had given up on waiting for better weather, since better weather was clearly not on its way any time soon.

The Sea to Summit trail is often described as the Sea to Summit Grind, but it’s really not much of a grind at all. While it has an elevation gain of 850m, it’s spread out over 8km. Moreover, the Sea to Summit trail is really very lovely, offering close-up views of Olesen and Shannon Creeks, dramatic outcroppings of Squamish granite, and of course the always wonderful, drippingly-lush forest.

The extremely good company provided by all the participants made the hike fly by. We ran into a bit of snow just before the gondola base-station, but overall, there was less snow on this portion than expected.

We settled down for a well-deserved lunch with some not-so-bad views of Howe Sound and miscellaneous mountains peeking out briefly from behind the clouds. The predicted showers had abated and the station was buzzing with tourist gamely making the best of things. Here we left a few of our party behind since their hiking appetites were already sated. But eight of us were still hungry for a little bit more and so we ventured on to Al’s Habrich Ridge Trail.

By now, the snow-cover was pretty constant. Snowshoes were good at first, but then the terrain became a bit more challenging and the snow more slippery. Soon we were all back to microspikes, which had the benefit of not acting like toboggans when you least expected it, but had the disadvantage of not preventing you, even a little bit, from sinking deeply into the soft snow with some regularity.

As we slowly progressed, our attrition rate began to go up until at last we were all ready to call it a day. A few peak-a-boo mountain views later, we were swooping back down on the gondola over the terrain that had taken us hours to hike up. All in all, it was a great day and a great hike.

Thanks for reading and Happy Trails

Panther Peak and Tetrahedron from Mt. Liddell