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Join us on an interesting and varied geography/terrain hike from the Coquitlam/Burnaby border to the top of Burnaby Mountain. We will be hiking the Dead Moped Trail (which has a marker for the oldest road in the Lower Mainland) as well as the Barnet, Cougar Creek, and Mountain Air trails. The latter trail is a visually appealing trail on the north side of Burnaby Mountain, which has a few interpretive sites dedicated to some of the tree species found on the mountain. From there we will venture to the Velodrome Trail, which contains the 500 steps built into the steepest part of our hike. There are many nice viewpoints on the way up the steps with wonderful views of Burrard Inlet, Belcarra, and Deep Cove. At the top of the mountain we will stop for a lunch break. We can pick a nice spot near the rose garden or take in the views from many vantage points. We can also take a short walk to the SFU village to one of the coffee vendors if a jolt of caffeine is needed. We will then make the mostly downhill trip via the Trans Canada Trail back to our commencement point. Roundtrip distance is 15 km with a cumulative elevation gain of about 400 m. Meet at 9:30 am. Return approximately 2 pm.

Please contact Chris and Evelyn (604. 937. 0787) for more info.

Hear children’s stories about bats and other wildlife. Then watch and help count the bats emerging at dusk.
Must be accompanied by adult.
Sat, Jul 20, 7:30 – 9:30 pm
COLONY FARM REGIONAL PARK
Presented by Colony Farm Park Association
FREE but registration required

AGES 5-10

This moderate hike will start by skirting the ski runs of Mount Seymour Provincial Park. There are steep sections and proper foot wear is required, such as hiking boots. From the summit, there are outstanding 360 degree views over the city and mountains to the east, north, and west. On a clear day mountains in Washington State and Vancouver Island can be seen. Roundtrip distance is 9 km with an elevation gain of 500 m. Meet at 8:30 am. Return 3:30 pm.

Please contact Sigrid (778. 580. 8169) for more info.

This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645969) and signed waiver form is required.

This evening of exercise and hiking will take in Colony Farm, Citadel Heights, and end with watching a sunset by the Fraser River. Most of the hike is on level ground, but there is one short steep uphill section. Time will be taken to enjoy the views and wildlife in the area. Roundtrip distance is 6.5km with an elevation gain of 80 m. Meet at 6:00pm. Return approximately 8:30pm

Please contact Ian (604.939. 4039) for more info.

Have a look at the City of Coquitlam website coquitlam.ca/outdoors

Register or for information at 604-927-4386

The newly published Glorious Mountains of Vancouver’s North Shore says the hike out to Goat Ridge Peak (behind Grouse Mountain) “is one of the nicest trips in this entire book.” This pleasant ridge walk features stunted spruce and cedar, granite slabs, and heather meadows. There are a couple of ponds, one of which offers the overheated hiker an opportunity for a refreshing dip. The final climb to the summit requires a short bushwhack. If skies are clear, expect views of Grouse area peaks; the Norvan Valley; Burwell, Coliseum, and Cathedral mountains; and the Needles. Roundtrip distance from the Grouse Mountain Chalet is about 11.2 km with an elevation gain of 371 m. If the weather is inclement, we will stay lower down and sample a number of Mount Fromme’s many mountain-bike trails. In this case our roundtrip distance will be 10 km with an elevation gain of 435 m.

Please contact Mark (604. 552. 0727) for more info. and/or to register your interest.

This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (??) and signed waiver form is required.

More information will be added once it comes out in the Fall Program Guide.

This easy intermediate loop hike, with some steep sections, will go from sea level to the high point of Bert Flinn Park. Time will be taken to enjoy the wonderful second growth forest nestled between subdivisions. Roundtrip distance is 8 km with an elevation gain of 200 m. Meet at 2:00 pm. Return 5:00 pm

This strenuous loop hike takes in part of the Skywalk North Trail on the west side of Whistler. Beautiful Screaming Cat Lake will be our main objective, but a side trip to the Valley Lookout offers views of Blackcomb Peak, Whistler Mountain, Cougar Mountain, Soo River, and Rainbow Mountain. Roundtrip distance is 15 km with an elevation gain of 1000 m. Meet in Coquitlam at 6:00 am. Return at 7:00 pm. This hike will go ahead only if the weather is favourable. Please contact Ian (604. 939. 4039) for more info. and/or to register your interest.

Mt. Collins is the third-highest mountain on Bowen Island. Unlike the much higher Mt. Gardner, Collins lacks summit views (although, halfway up, there are a couple of rocky outcroppings offering partial views). Nevertheless, the Glorious Mountains guidebook gives the hike a “bang for buck” rating of 3/5, saying that the trail to the top “is a relatively undiscovered gem for runners, hikers, and peakbaggers.” The book goes on to whet the appetite with this further description: “En route you will see mature trees dappled with sunlight, many arbutus clinging to sunny bluffs, and small clearings carpeted in moss. The noises of civilization are masked by birdsong.” What more could naturalist hikers want? The out-and-back route on both road and trail is 9.6 km with an elevation gain of 350 m. After this jaunt, should we find ourselves with time on our hands, we will circle beautiful Killarney Lake, which lies between Gardner and Collins. This will add about 6 km to our distance and several tens of metres to our elevation gain. We will begin and end the day with a short ferry ride between Horseshoe Bay and Snug Cove. Please contact Mark (604. 552. 0727) for more info. and/or to register your interest.

This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (??) and signed waiver form is required.

More information will be added once it comes out in the Fall Program Guide.

This hike will be in Minnekhada Regional Park in north eastern Coquitlam. This park has an abundance of wildlife and the hike will cover most of the trails. The highlight of the day will be a short but steep walk to the High Knoll where the group will be rewarded with great views of the Pitt River Valley, the TriCities, and mountains beyond. Roundtrip distance is 8 km with an elevation gain of 185 m. Meet at 1:30 pm. Return 5:00 pm.