When

Fri. Jan. 2nd, 2015    
All Day

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Details

  • Hike Leader - John Moslin/Carole Pugle
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  • Distance - 14 - 16 km
  • Difficulty - Moderate
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Description

Join Carole and John with Lois and Ed Hunter co-leading on an exploratory snowshoe trek at Larch Hills.

Snowshoeing to “Cec’s Cabin” following the trail on “Coffey’s Climb”, this is described as (our most challenging snowshoe trail) it is an additional 3.2 km each way gaining 219 meters in elevation from the “South Hub” which is our normal lunch stop. Reaching this cabin would be a first for our club. The trail to this cabin has been named in memory of a long time leader and man who contributed greatly to the development of many trails system in the area with the Shuswap trail Alliance. A perfect way to give Thanks for all his hard work in establishing so many trails for all of us to enjoy.

* This snowshoe adventure also promises to provide you with a winter wonderland scenery especially if fresh snow has fallen, the trees are usually covered in a thick blanket of snow which makes the scenery breathtaking as you walk through the forested area. As a bonus, there is a small pond “Bilbo’s Bog” that sparkles with green water and beautiful reflections.

* 2 hour drive from Kamloops to Larch Hills.

* Meet at Princess Auto at 8:30 am to arrange carpooling.

* Meet the Chase members at Chase Petro Canada around 09:15 am to caravan to the trailhead- a good spot to stop and use the facilities and perhaps grab a coffee if you wish.

* $15 for drivers if you choose to carpool

* Dress for the conditions. Layers are recommended.

* Bring lunch, snacks, water, camera and all you hiking/showshoeing essentials.

* Bring your headlamp, cause you never know, this is an extended trail.

* Poles recommended.

* This will be a full day of snowshoeing, participants must be ready to complete the entire planned trails including the exploratory section.

* Remember your Safety is your responsibility.

John Moslin
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