| Activity | Hiking |
| Destination | Strathcona Park trails, from Paradise Meadows |
| Date | 7 October 2026, Wednesday |
| Trip Coordinator | Valerie van Veen |
| Contact Info | 250 285 2329; vvv@qisland.ca; (cell) 778 242 5774 |
| Description | We will do the classic route (14 km) counter-clockwise, south to Lake Helen Mackenzie, on to Kwai Lake, turning north to return via Lady, Kooso, and Battleship Lakes. While a long hike, some is on boardwalk and all is on established trails which can be rooty in some places. A shorter route (8 km) is an alternative, depending on the group and the weather. |
| Meeting Place | Ferry parking lot on Quadra Island for car pooling |
| Departure Time | 8:30 ferry |
| Difficulty | Moderate, some rough sections |
| Costs | Ferry and carpooling costs |
| Trip limits | 10 |
| Dogs? | No |
| Notes: | It has been a few years since I have been up in Strathcona and I look forwards to seeing this beautiful sub-alpine environment again. This hike will be moderately paced, an early start will allow us to take time to enjoy being up in the mountains. Bring lunch and all gear needed for hiking in the mountains. Heads up… I will make a short stop at the Starbucks on the highway to get my coffee fix. This hike will only take place if weather is good; an alternative on Quadra will be offered if needed. MUST register with coordinator by Monday evening October 5. |
