Category Archives: Quadra Island

Stramberg Old Growth – 7 January 2015

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Activity Hiking
Destination Stramberg Old Growth
Date 7 January 2015, Wednesday
Trip Coordinator Norris Weimer
Contact Info 285-3710 or norris.weimer@ualberta.ca
Description We hear that there has been a lot of work on this trail since we hiked it last winter.  This trail begins near Village Bay Lake and follows open meadow leading into and through the forest.  The reward at the end of the hike is a grove of old growth firs.  About 13 km; 4-5 hours.
Meeting Place Heriot Bay Tru Value parking lot
Departure Time 9:00
Difficulty moderate
Costs none
Trip limits none
Dogs?
Notes: Bring lunch and rain gear.  This walk is very wet in places.

Morte Lake Loop – 17 Dec 2014

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 This trip was originally scheduled for 17 December, but took place on 7 January

Activity Hiking
Destination Morte Lake Loop
Date 17 December 2014, Wednesday
Trip Coordinator Norris Weimer
Contact Info qioutdoorclub@gmail.com
Description This is a classic walk through forest and around the Lake.  There are a number of variations depending on the access route used and the possibility of following unofficial trails on the south ridge.
Meeting Place Heriot Bay Tru Value parking lot
Departure Time 10:00
Difficulty moderate
Costs none
Trip limits none
Dogs?
Notes: Bring lunch and rain gear.  This trail can be quite wet in places.

Blindman’s Bluff & Eagle Ridge – 10 Dec 2014

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Activity Hiking
Destination Blindman’s Bluff & Eagle Ridge
Date 10 December 2014, Wednesday
Trip Coordinator TBA
Contact Info qioutdoorclub@gmail.com
Description These are two short hikes linked by proximity.  The route takes us through open forest over mossy bluffs leading to great views.  About 2 1/2 hours.But we think this trip may not go as scheduled.  There is no volunteer as coordinator and there are gale force winds forecast.  However, if you want to do something on December 10th, respond by e-mail to qioutdoorclub@gmail.com
Meeting Place Heriot Bay Tru Value parking lot
Departure Time 10:00
Difficulty moderate
Costs none
Trip limits none
Dogs?
Notes: Bring lunch and rain gear.  Hiking poles may be useful but not needed.

Trip Report – Shellaligan Loop 29 Nov 2014

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Six people and a dog hiked the bigger Shellaligan Loop, beginning at the parking closest to the water, counter-clockwise. It was a beautiful, cold, clear day with a bit of north wind. This hike took us over rocky bluffs with great views and then undulated through forest with some old growth and lovely creeks.  7 km, about three hours.

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Shellalligan Trail – 29 November 2014

Back Door – Silk Stocking Loop – 3 December 2014

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Activity Hiking
Destination Back Door – Silk Stocking Loop
Date 3 December 2014, Wednesday
Trip Coordinator Norris Weimer
Contact Info 285-3710 or norris.weimer@ualberta.ca
Description A pleasant walk in trees and along ridges.

We will explore some of the mountain bike trails south of the WalCan Road,  Starting from the North Gowlland Road, the route follows Cash Only to Back Door, Silk Stocking, the logging road leading to Blindman’s Bluff, Bite the Bullet (which has been affected by logging), and Sam’s Shorty,  There is the possibility that we will have to walk a short distance on the North Gowlland Road.
Meeting Place Heriot Bay Tru Value parking lot
Departure Time 10:00
Difficulty moderate
Costs none
Trip limits none
Dogs?
Notes: Bring lunch and warm clothing.  It’s supposed to be cold and some parts of the trails may be wet.  Hiking poles may be useful.  About 3 hours.

Shellalligan Trail – 29 November 2014

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Activity Hiking
Destination Shellalligan Trail
Date 29 November 2014, Saturday
Trip Coordinator Debbie Quigg
Contact Info 285-3710 or debbie.quigg@ualberta.ca
Description We will start along the rocky bluffs overlooking Hoskyn Channel and Village Bay.  After that, there is a choice of return paths, to be decided by the group and the weather.  3 to 6 km, 2 to 4 hours.
Meeting Place Heriot Bay Tru Value parking lot
Departure Time 10:00
Difficulty moderate
Costs none
Trip limits none
Dogs?
Notes: Bring lunch and warm clothing.  It’s supposed to be sunny and 3° C.  Hiking poles may be useful but not needed.

Trip Report – Mt. Seymour 12 Nov 2014

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To celebrate the end of a month with 320 mm of rain, nine people and one dog made the trek to the top of Mt. Seymour in crisp sunshine and cold temperatures. The trail was in good condition. We stopped at the bluff above Nugedzi Lake for snacks and at the top (620 m) for lunch. There was a light, but cool breeze and great views all around. 8 km, about 420 m elevation gain, 4 hours.

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Hike Mt. Seymour – 12 November 2014

Hike Mt. Seymour – 12 November 2014

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Activity Hiking
Destination Mt. Seymour
Date 12 November 2014, Wednesday
Trip Coordinator Norris Weimer
Contact Info 285-3710 or norris.weimer@ualberta.ca
Description This is a great hike and we’re hoping for wonderful views on a clear day.  It’s a steady climb up old logging roads, until the trail branches off and follows open bluffs and forest to the summit at 620 m, the highest point on Quadra Island. We will then descend by the same route.  Four to five hours.
Meeting Place Heriot Bay Tru Value parking lot
Departure Time 10:00
Difficulty moderate to difficult
Costs none
Trip limits none
Dogs?
Notes: Bring lunch and warm clothing.  It’s supposed to be cold.  Hiking poles may be a good idea.

Planning Meeting – 8 November 2014

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Activity Planning
Location Community Centre, upstairs
Date 8 November 2014, Saturday
Coordinator Debbie Quigg
Contact Info 285 3710, qioutdoorclub@gmail.com
Description This is our winter planning meeting to brainstorm about hiking, skiing, snowshoeing trips and possible other events. The meeting will be held upstairs at the Community Centre at 2:30 on Saturday afternoon. In addition to local hikes and day-trips to Mt. Washington, we may organize multiple-day trips to Mt. Washington and to the Tofino-Ucluelet area. These trips are for you, so bring your ideas for the winter. Everyone is welcome.
Time 2:30 pm

Quadra Island Mushroom Festival

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Quadra Island Wild Mushroom Forays – Schedule and Guidelines

Note: Participants must register with payment for the events so we know how many people to plan for. Contact Heriot Bay Inn at 250-285-3322 or http://www.heriotbayinn.com

 Dates:

Foray – Saturday, October 4 – Participants must register and pay by September 26, 2014.

Saturday Schedule:

 9:30 a.m. – meet in the parking lot of the Quadra Community Centre for a 10 a.m. departure (car pooling)

3:30 p.m. – everybody back from the field – bring specimens to Room 3, Quadra Community Centre

The purpose of the foray is to collect specimens for identification for use in the Sunday workshops, with emphasis on edible species.

There will be several foray locations. Each group of 2 vehicles will be assigned to an initial location; each owner/driver is responsible for his/her passengers. Each group of vehicles will have a foray leader. Drivers must register with the overall foray coordinator before leaving and check in upon return. All foray participants must sign QI Outdoor Club waivers before heading out. It is strongly suggested that each group of vehicles change location after 2 hours (or less) to give everyone a chance to visit at least 2 spots. Participants should check in with their foray leaders each half hour to reduce the chance of people wandering too far or getting misplaced. PLEASE HUNT IN PAIRS – NO LONERS.

Foray locations with maps will be distributed to participants at the meeting place on foray dates.

Equipment and clothing list

  • Rain gear and boots, hat
  • Whistle
  • Compass or GPS
  • Full water bottle
  • Packed lunch
  • Basket or bucket
  • Knife
  • Paper bags and roll of wax paper for collecting
  • Notebook and pencil
  • Small first aid kit (e.g. bandaids)

Each vehicle should have a blanket and towel and a first aid kit.