Hiking 101

HIKER 101 CHECKLIST : SHORT DAYHIKE

□ Footwear [Boots/icers/dry or waterproof]

□ Water [1-2 litres]

□ Snacks [ 1/hour]

□  Map(s)/Route information

□ Hat/Sunscreen

□ Bug repellant [Icaridin/DEET]

□  ID/Money/Emergency contact

□  Watch

□  Cellphone [100% charged]

□ Warm/dry layer

□ Raingear [jacket/pants/pocket poncho]

□ Handkerchief

□ First Aid [EpiPen, meds, tick tool]

□  Poles

 

 

Hiking 101 is an introductory course for novice hikers, members and non-members alike.  If you want some guidance on where to begin, what to wear and what to take along, this is the course for you.  The course is 3 afternoon sessions with a combination of workshop/Q & A  followed by short hikes along the trail.  Dress in weather appropriate clothing and wear good walking shoes.

Spring & Fall Courses offered. 

Fall 2024 - September 8, 15 and 22, 10:30am - 1pm. Sign up here.

2024 Contacts:

Spring - Lauren Doig - Send email

Fall - Margaret Northfield - Send email