A small group of three got to enjoy the hike on the familiar route to Nugedzi lake with the not so obvious cairn indicator showing us the way up the trail. We added a few more rocks to the cairn on the way back from a wonderful lunch by a lake. As it was cooler than days past no one felt the urge to swim and we were back in good time. Huckleberries were plentiful but there were few signs of wildlife except for the lone grouse.
Neil
Hiking – Nugedzi Lakes and Views – 21 July 2021
We started the larger Shellaligan loop trail around 9:30 from the end closest to Valdez road in order to time our lunch later on the rock outcrop overlooking the ocean. This is a beautiful hike through big forest and ferns and then along the ocean front with expansive views. Just past the unique tree with all the uniform holes that circle its circumference we could see a portion of new dock at the old oyster farm where people were working. We had the benefit of watching hump backs during lunch. The hike was leisurely and with lunch was close to 3 1/2 hours.
Vikki
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Hiking – Shellaligan Pass Trail – 7 July 2021
| Activity | Kayaking |
| Destination | Village Bay Beach |
| Date | 18 July; Sunday |
| Trip Coordinator | Valerie Van Veen |
| Contact Info | 250 285 2329 vvv@qisland.ca |
| Description | A club favourite, out through Moulds Bay, Shellaligan Pass, to Village Bay Beach. If time, energy, interest, weather, we can paddle further around Bold Point. THREE possible dates (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) as rain and wind is still forecast for Friday. Let me know by WEDNESDAY (14th) evening your preference. I will confirm day with all registered paddlers on Thursday at the latest. Kayaks must be ocean- going craft with all required Transport Canada Safety equipment. If you have any questions call coordinator, 2329. Bring lunch, water, snacks. |
| Meeting Place | Rebecca Spit boat launch |
| Departure Time | 9 am meet, on water by 9:40 |
| Difficulty |
Easy – moderate |
| Costs | None |
| Trip limits | 8 kayaks |
| Dogs? | No |
| Notes: | Our launch window allows for the Cortes ferry. We will time return for the ferry. |
| Activity | Hiking |
| Destination | Nugedzi Lakes and Views |
| Date | 21 July, Wednesday |
| Trip Coordinator | Neil Unwin |
| Contact Info | neilunwin08@gmail.com or 604-202-4762 call or text. Please contact the coordinator by Monday evening. |
| Description | A respectable climb up a rocky old logging road and then along a foot trail through the forest to the Nugedzi lakes. We may also take side trails to viewpoints. About 11 km and as much as 6 hours with lunch, a swim and three viewpoints. |
| Meeting Place | Heriot Bay Store parking lot |
| Departure Time | 9:00 |
| Difficulty |
Moderate |
| Costs | None |
| Trip limits | 10 |
| Dogs? | Ok, no running through the group. |
| Notes: | Bring lunch, water and swimwear if you wish to swim. |
This trip has been postponed
| Activity | Hiking |
| Destination | Mt. Elma, Strathcona Park |
| Date | |
| Trip Coordinator | Norris Weimer |
| Contact Info | norris.weimer@ualberta.ca or 3710; Please contact the coordinator by Monday evening. |
| Description | We will hike from Raven Lodge up to Battleship Lake and continue on the Forbidden Plateau trail, passing Lady Lake. The trail up Mt. Elma is not an official, maintained trail. The Mt. Elma summit is 1,420m and will have good views in all directions, weather permitting. Approximately 13 km and 420 m elevation gain. |
| Meeting Place | QCove ferry terminal |
| Departure Time | 8:00 ferry. |
| Difficulty |
Moderate to challenging |
| Costs | Ferry and fuel |
| Trip limits | 10 |
| Dogs? | No |
| Notes: | If you wish to car pool, please make your own arrangements in this COVID transition period. This trip will only proceed in reasonable weather. Rain or extreme heat will be avoided. Bring lunch and appropriate gear. |
| Activity | Kayaking |
| Destination | Granite Bay/Small Inlet or Granite Point |
| Date | |
| Trip Coordinator | Darcy Mitchell |
| Contact Info | mitchelldarcy51@gmail.com (preferred); 250 923 5540 |
| Description | Depending on conditions, we’ll paddle from Granite Bay to the Chained Islets and to Granite Point, returning via Orchard Bay, or to Small Inlet, with a hike through to Waiatt Bay. |
| Meeting Place | Granite Bay boat launch |
| Departure Time | 9:30 a.m. for 10:00 a.m. launch |
| Difficulty |
Easy/moderate depending on conditions |
| Costs | Parking/launch at Granite Bay ($5.00) |
| Trip limits | 6 |
| Dogs? | No |
| Notes: | Please contact the Trip Coordinator 48 hours before the trip to confirm your attendance. A go/no go decision that reflects the weather forecast will be made by noon the day preceding the trip date. Must have equipment that meets club and coast guard regulations. Bring lunch and gear for the weather. |
This hike was all within Main Lake Provincial Park on an old trail that has recently been restored by Quadra Trail Committee volunteers. Eight of us drove to a pull-out on the Surge Narrows Road (identified by a cell-reception sign) and started hiking at 10:00. Even though the temperature was lower than previous days, it was still hot even in the shade of the forest.
The trail descends steadily, first through ferns with occasional muddy spots and we arrived at Main Lake where we stopped for a snack before carrying on to Yeatman Bay on Okisollo Channel. No one braved an ocean swim, but as soon as we got back to Main Lake several hikers jumped in for a refreshing dip. After lunch at the lake, we hiked back to the cars.
Walking time: 3 hours total trip time: 4.5 hours distance 10 km
Diana
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Hiking – Main Lake and Yeatman Bay from Surge Narrow Rd – 30 June 2021
| Activity | Hiking |
| Destination | South End Loop |
| Date | 14 July, Wednesday |
| Trip Coordinator | Cyndy Chidley |
| Contact Info | Call / leave message with return phone number: 250 285-3575 Please reply by July 13th, 7 p.m. |
| Description | This will be a loop hike along Kay Dubois Trail, up connector path to Woodlot Trail then 2 1/2 km. south to lovely meadow by creek for snack. This is a forested walk. Return to vehicles via Kay Dubois. Approximately 5 km., 3 hours. |
| Meeting Place | Park at end of Wa Wa Kei Road at northern terminal of Kay Dubois Trail. |
| Departure Time | 10:00 |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
| Costs | None |
| Trip limits | 12 |
| Dogs? | Dogs are welcome |
| Notes: | Bring drinking water and small snack. |
| Activity | Hiking |
| Destination | Shellaligan Pass Trail |
| Date | 7 July, Wednesday |
| Trip Coordinator | Vikki O’Brien |
| Contact Info | Call or text 250-938-2864, resvo2004@yahooo.com Please RSVP by July 6 at 7pm. |
| Description | We will take Valdez Rd to the turnoff and everyone can follow me in to parking near where the trail loop ends. We can decide to do the shorter loop if it’s too hot out. |
| Meeting Place | Heriot Bay Store parking lot |
| Departure Time | 9:00 |
| Difficulty |
Easy to moderate with some rocky terrain and hills. |
| Costs | None |
| Trip limits | 10 |
| Dogs? | Dogs must not run through the group. |
| Notes: | Bring lunch and drinking water. |
Eight of us hiked north on the old Little Main Lake logging road. This trail has received lots of maintenance this spring which was much appreciated. The old, grassy, undulating road led us to Stramberg Creek which we crossed without difficulty. From there the route is a narrow, flagged trail, but still quite well used and easy to follow. The path meanders through the forest past an impressive old Douglas fir, crosses a wetland before gradually ascending a glade with many old Douglas firs. We stopped here for lunch before heading back. It was a hot, humid day and we were happy to swim in Stramberg Lake from the swim rock before heading home. 9.3 km; 4½ hours.
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Hiking – Stramberg Creek and North Grove – 23 June 2021
