Since Mt. Washington did not have good conditions for snowshoeing, we substituted a hike to Plumper Bay and ten of us went.  The first half of this hike is along the Morte Lake to Maud Island trail.  This section is always nice.  Everything is covered with deep green moss and the trail is maintained.  The second part of the hike is along the old logging road between Plumber Bay and Mt. Lolo.  This road is still in amazing condition, but it suffers from trees falling across it.  A lot of deadfall.   Mostly not big trees, but it can make an obstacle course.  The route toward Plumber Bay gets cleared occasionally, but it is not “trail” maintained, and it will probably become an active logging road soon.  Right now it is quite clear except for one alder landslide.  The bay at the destination is a very nice picnic site.  Probably soon to be a log dump.  Until then it is well worth a visit.  

We could have had better weather.  The hints of blue sky we started out with turned into rain.  Quite cold rain, but no wind despite the windstorm the previous night.  Nonetheless, we had a good hike and were glad to go.  (6.3 km; 2hours 20 minutes)

Norris

Hiking – Plumber Bay – 18 Jan 2023

Eight club members welcomed the New Year with a (very) brisk walk around Rebecca Spit on Monday January 2, making the full loop from the Sasquatch parking lot north to the point, then heading back down via the campground to Heriot Bay road, and back to our cars. We moved to the west side of the Spit to have our Hot Chocolate social out of the light north-east wind.

The trail was surprisingly deserted and only one sailboat (of sorts) was anchored in Drew Harbour. Despite the washout on Heriot Bay Road, the Spit and trails were in good condition.

All New Year’s diet resolutions were postponed until Tuesday as we enjoyed our sweet snacks and hot chocolate (many thanks to Les and Diana for the delicious treats).  (6.1 km; 1.5 hours walking)

Valerie van Veen

Hiking – Rebecca Spit Hot Chocolate Walk – 2 Jan 2023

The hike that was originally scheduled was postponed because the cold, snow and ice made it impractical.  We substituted a much easier outing at a lower elevation to avoid the sketchy trail conditions.  It was great to have 10 people participate on short notice for this solstice hike with some excellent sunshine and views.  We met at the Cape Mudge Lighthouse parking and walked near the shore to the Tsa-Kwa-Luten Lodge and into the forest to the east.  After crossing the dramatic canyon, we came out on sunny, snowy bluffs with great views of Wilby Shoal and Georgia Strait.  We circled back into the forest, crossing the creek and following along the west side of the canyon. 

After returning to the Lighthouse, most of us carried on along the Discovery Passage shoreline. The trail passes through a campground and continues north along the shore to the Cape Mudge village.  There are great views and trees along the way.  The wind was quite bracing, but it was mostly invigorating.   

These trails are on the lands of the We Wai Kai nation and we thank them for letting us and others use them.  7.3 km; 2 hours

Debbie

Hiking – Cape Mudge Trails – 21 Dec 2022