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The Serpent's Back Trail (formerly known as Dragon's Back Trail - Kw’okw’echíwel Stl’áleqem) in Hope, BC, is a steep forested trail that passes several viewpoints, including a view of Mount Hope, the Silver Creek neighbourhood, the town of Hope, and the Fraser River. The hike is fairly steep in some areas but the viewpoints offer a nice reward and place to stop and enjoy. Serpent's Back Trail Stats Trailhead Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hGJoHv3mj5RMjZHq8 Round Trip Trail Distance in KM: 5.5 Elevation Gain in M: 435 Highest Point in M: 440 Dogs Allowed: Yes (on leash) 4 X 4 Needed: No Connecting Trails: Thunderbird Trail (coming soon!) Map & Elevation Profile Trail Access The trailhead and parking lot are at the end of a short gravel road approximately 1.5km down Silver Skagit Road. Look for the sign on the west side of Silver Skagit Road for the turnoff. Here is the google map for the parking lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hGJoHv3mj5RMjZHq8 Opened in 2020, this trail has quickly become one of the most popular hiking trails in the Hope area. Located on crown and District of Hope municipal land, this intermediate level hiking trail is 5.5 km round trip with a cumulative elevation gain of 435 metres. The high point is 440 metres, meaning it is snow-free for most of the year. Dogs are permitted on the trail, but please be responsible to ensure they are picked up after and do not wander off the trail to disturb wildlife or the surrounding habitat. The trail is located in Silver Creek, a neighbourhood just west of Hope town centre, in the Skagit Range of the Cascade Mountains. There is a mountain biking trail network called The Core in this area as well. There are no garbage cans or toilets at the trailhead, nor along the trail. Please practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out anything you pack in. Trail Description From the trailhead, follow the trail for just a few minutes and off to the right down a small path you will find a very long rope swing. Pass this turnoff and you will find another trail sign after just a couple minutes. The trail undulates with some very steep ups and downs, broken up with a couple of nice flat sections. There are benches along the way for a nice rest. It is mostly a natural trail, with a few sections of stairs and bridges to aid navigation. Please ensure you do not braid the trail (do no shortcut off the established trail) as this erodes the slope. The first viewpoint is of Hope Mountain, followed by the viewpoint over the Silver Creek neighbourhood. After that you will reach the Stone Garden. There is only one major junction, giving you a choice to go left or right around a loop close to the top. Going left you will arrive at the West Lookout first, before arriving at the summit. Either way you go, doing the loop or as an out-an-back, it's approximately the same distance as the summit view is halfway around the loop. Arriving from the west, you first see a view looking east over Silver Creek and the town of Hope to the far left. A few more steps and you’re looking south down over Silver Creek towards Washington State. Many peaks viewable from here: Wells Peak, Mount Grant, Eaton Peak, Silver Peak, Isolillock Peak, and more. The trail features seasonal waterfalls, abundant flora like old-growth Western red cedar and Douglas fir trees, giant granite boulders (likely glacial erratics left behind by the last ice age), and a tilted granite slab. Note that rock climbing is not permitted in the Stone Garden due to the historical and cultural significance of the area. Note there is some cell phone reception on parts of this trail but it's always best to download any electronic maps you plan on using beforehand such as Gaia GPS or AllTrails . First Nations History The Stó:lō Research and Resource Management Centre conducted an archaeological assessment of the proposed trail area before building, which indicates the area was originally traversed by Stó:lō hunters and travellers, and used as a safety lookout to help guard the villages along the river dating back over 2900 years. The trail previously had the name Dragon's Back including the Halq’eméylem name of Kw'okw'echíwel Stl'áleqem, as from afar this mountainous area is reminiscent of a sleeping dragon. However it was discussed that dragons are mythical creatures and not stl'áleqem. Local placename expert Sonny McHalsie shared that dragons are not part of Sto:lo language and culture so thanks to the help from him and other local First Nations individuals the name was changed to Serpent's Back or A:lhqeyétsel in Halq’eméylem. Signage was updated in 2024. Please visit the trail where you can see the interpretive signage we've placed with more First Nations history and information. Signs were installed in summer 2025 at various stops along the trail. A copy of the signs are below. We would like to recognize and thank the following people who we consulted with during the research, writing, and design of these signs: Lisa Dojack (SRRMC archaeologist) Chawathil Chief Norm Florence and Council Shxw'Ow'Hamel Si:yam Council Elizabeth Phillips (Halq'eméylem speaker) Dianna Kay (Linguist, Seabird Island First Nation) Vanessa Hope (HMCOL Board Member, Yale First Nation) Elsie Kipp (HMCOL Board Member, Yale First Nation) Sonny McHalsie (Placename Historian) Carrielynn Victor (Indigenous Artist and Knowledge Keeper) Dave Schaepe (Head of SRRMC Archaeology) Shane John (Chawathil Knowledge Keeper) Bonnie Graham (Indigenous Artist) You can also see the info guide from the Indigenous History Hike we held here in 2022. Trail Work Hope Mountain Centre began construction on the trail in 2019, opening to the public the following year in 2020. Our trail team continues to maintain and enhance the trail each year thanks to funding support from the District of Hope , Cascade Lower Canyon Community Forest , and others. See a full list of our partners here . Other Trails Nearby Trail Reports Feel free to leave a comment below with trail reports so other users can learn about current conditions. To ask us a question or to report an issue with the trail, please email our trails team kpearce@hopemountain.org or info@hopemountain.org as we do not monitor this comment section regularly. Alternatively, feel free to post in our "Friends of Hope & Area Trails " Facebook group to let our team know, as well as learn about all the latest work happening on the trails we manage. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Students learn key concepts such as “photosynthesis,” “ecosystem,” and “symbiosis” and they are shown some of the secret connections that enable plants, fungi and animals to thrive together as a community in our forests. Young Stewards of our Forests Grade 3 This program teaches fundamentals of the ecology of forests. Students learn key concepts such as “photosynthesis,” “ecosystem,” and “symbiosis” and they are shown some of the secret connections that enable plants, fungi and animals to thrive together as a community in our forests. Contact us for more information about educational programs we can do for your group. Contact our Outdoor Educator Claire at cgrantham@hopemountain.org , or call/text 403-895-4121. Locations : Various forested trails within the towns of Hope, Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs, and occasionally provincial and regional parks nearby. Grade : 3 Curriculum Overview : Forest Ecology Program: learning outcomes, pre-trip, field trip, post-trip. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW Teacher Feedback: “I thought that it was excellent. They covered a great deal of outcomes that related to both my Grade 3 and Grade 4 life science curriculum. I was very impressed by that . . . The stations were great, any time that they are in small groups discussion, questioning, and touching the different things make everything more engaging and memorable . . . Excellent program, you have clearly all worked hard to develop it.” “For me it complements my rainforest unit so the students make connections between the lessons I have given them . . . It is great for the kids to get information from different sources that connect with previously taught concepts as it solidifies the learning . . . The important part is this is an outstanding experience for the students which is lead by someone who is knowledgeable and has good group management skills which means learning is going on.”

Hope Rotary Trail Trail Stats Trailhead Location: https://g.co/kgs/Bf1Gj5X Round Trip Trail Distance in KM: 1.4 Elevation Gain in M: minimal Highest Point in M: 50m Dogs Allowed: Yes (on leash) 4 X 4 Needed: No Map & Elevation Profile Trail Access The trailhead and gravel parking area are accessed off of 7th Ave at the corner of Wardle St. by the trail kiosk (sign). The trail can also be accessed from Golf Course Rd, as well as the corner of Olson Ave and Park St. Here is the google map for the parking lot: https://g.co/kgs/Bf1Gj5X Dogs on-leash are permitted on the trail, but please be responsible to ensure they are leashed and under control, picked up after, and do not wander off the trail to disturb wildlife or the surrounding habitat. There is a garbage can and dog poo bags available at the trailhead. There is no toilet on or near this trail. When hiking every trail please practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out anything you pack in. Trail Description This is Hope’s busiest trail as it is a beautifully scenic, short, flat path right in town that travels through the forest alongside the Coquihalla River at the confluence of the Fraser River. You’ll be rewarded with amazing views of the rivers, Ogilvie Mountain, and lots of wildlife including beavers, eagles, snakes and bears. Other Trails Nearby Trail Reports To report an issue with the trail, please contact the District of Hope as we do not manage this trail. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

HBC Peers Creek Grand Re-Opening – a BC Trails Day Celebration When: Saturday, June 1, 2024 Time: 9-10:30 am Where: Peers Creek Trailhead, HBC Heritage Trail Cost: FREE Registration is required. Children and youth under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Register For more information or questions, please contact Tunde at tmurphy@hopemountain.org or 604-869-1274 Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning invites you to join us for a celebration of BC Trails Day with our grand re-opening of the HBC (1849) Heritage Trail from Peers Creek to Manson’s Camp! The 2021 catastrophic atmospheric river severely damaged the area surrounding the western end of the HBC Trail. Over the last three years, the HBC trail team has been working tirelessly to build a brand new, 3km section of trail to bypass the irreparable damage, and getting the rest of it back into tip top shape for trail users. We are pleased to announce it will soon be complete, and ready to be enjoyed by all. Join us on BC Trails Day - Saturday, June 1, 2024 – for an opening ceremony and self-guided hiking experience. Itinerary/Physical Demand: Staged at the Peers Creek trailhead near Hope, the celebration will begin at 9:00am with special guest presenters. Guests are invited to explore the trail at any time they wish. Beginning at 10am, experienced HMCOL staff and volunteers will embark on the trail at staggered times, and guests are welcome to join if they wish. At 10am, a group of trail runners from Hope BC Running Club will be the first to depart, running to Manson’s Camp and back (16km round-trip). Shortly after, a faster-paced group hiking the 16km round-trip to Manson’s Camp and back will be leaving as well. The trail to Manson’s Camp gains approximately 700 metres of cumulative elevation in 8km. Then a mid-paced group also hiking the full 16km will depart. Last to depart will be a slower group that will hike 5km return to a viewpoint 2.5km into the trail and back. Note that while these groups are experienced hikers and runners with first aid training and satellite communication devices, they are not functioning as hiking or running guides; just support out on the trail if available and needed. All event guests must be self-sufficient. The trail is well-marked and easy to follow but Hope Mountain Centre encourages all hikers and runners to be knowledgeable about the route and terrain, well-prepared and well-equipped with all of the Essentials for outdoor safety including appropriate clothing and outerwear, sufficient food and water, navigation and communication materials/devices, a high lumen headlamp, first aid kit, emergency shelter (ie bivvy or emergency blanket), fire starter, signaling device (whistle or mirror), a multitool, and sun protection. With the steep terrain, hiking poles, supportive backpack, and appropriate grippy footwear are also highly recommended. The event is being held in the wilderness so all guests whether hiking or not are encouraged to be prepared and dress accordingly. There is weak and spotty cell reception in the area, a pit toilet at the trailhead, and no running water. Limited light snacks and drinks will be available, as well as HBC Trail merchandise for sale (cash only). Waterproof, topographical maps are available for $22, activewear tanktops for $25, activewear tshirts (mens and womens) for $30, and HBC mugs by the Muddy Bean for $30-$40 depending on size. Learn more about the trail at https://www.hopemountain.org/hbc-1849-heritage-trail Directions: To reach the HBC Trailhead at Peers Creek, drive 10 km east from Hope on Highway-5. Look for the Othello Exit 183 and turn right off the highway. A concrete logging bridge takes you over the Coquihalla River, connecting to the Peers Creek Forest Service Road (FSR). Follow the FSR 1.5km to the event. Note that the FSR is gravel with some potholes. Two-wheel-drive vehicles are fine but low-clearance vehicles are not recommended. Whenever you are hiking, you should always carry The Essentials Cancellation: Please let us know if your plans changed and no longer can participate so others can take your spot! Thank you! Additional information: Liability Waiver Everyone ages 19 & over must sign a liability waiver form in order to participate in this program. Please take the time to read this form because you must understand and agree to it when you sign it. By signing it you are waiving certain rights, including the right to sue. These forms will be available to sign when you check in. Please seek legal counsel if you have any questions. Informed Consent Form Everyone, age 18 & under must have an informed consent form signed by their parents or legal guardian in order to participate. Please contact us if you need this form prior to arrival at this program.

The Gleaning Program is a volunteer-led community harvest program under Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning (HMCOL). Its purpose is to encourage and help local residents to pick fruit from trees, and use or redistribute the fruit preventing waste and reducing attracting wildlife, such as bears. Gleaning A volunteer-led community harvest program 1/8 The Gleaning Program is a volunteer-run community harvest program under Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning (HMCOL). Its purpose is to encourage and help local Hope residents to pick fruit from trees, and use or redistribute the fruit preventing waste and reducing attracting wildlife, such as bears. A share of the harvest goes to the resident, another share goes to the people who pick the fruit and the rest is donated to local organizations such as the food bank, school programs, or for animal feed. Want to help us pick fruit? Got fruit trees that need picking? Need fruit for your group or animals? GET INVOLVED by joining our email list below! Also consider joining our Facebook group . Program Objectives 1. Prevent negative human-bear interactions in the town of Hope by deterring bears in residential area fruit trees through removing ripe and rotten fruit which is a bear attractant, and; 2. Prevent waste of fruit. Other benefits include reducing other wildlife attraction in residential areas such as rodents and those that prey on them, increasing local food security by connecting residents to local food sources, and facilitating social volunteer activity. The gleaning program is limited to the District of Hope geographic boundary. This program began in 2011 when local Hope resident, Lydia Koot, worked with HMCOL to form the Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee and managed this program until 2024. Since its inception, no bears have been shot in fruit trees in Hope—a huge success story. Under the Solid Waste Management Bylaw No. 1472, 2020, Section 6.1(u) of the District of Hope Bylaws , owners and occupiers must not keep attractants (like fruit, garbage, or organics) accessible to wildlife. Let’s continue working together to keep our community safe! For Residents with Fruit Trees Do you have a fruit tree? Apples, cherries, pears, plums, grapes, or quince - Having a crop of fruit can be great, but can also be overwhelming if you aren’t able to manage it. Fruit falls to the ground and spoils and can attract wildlife such as bears. Here are some things that you can do: When fruit is ripe: Clean up windfall often to prevent rotting. Put it out weekly in your green bin for pick-up or donate to local farms for animal feed. Pick your fruit if you are able, or you can post on local Facebook groups to invite people to pick your fruit. Or contact us for help! Register your tree with the Gleaning Program for volunteer picking: We ask that you ensure a safe space (no hazards, dog poop, or bee/wasp nests.) We will pick your tree, and share the harvest with you, the volunteers who pick, and local organizations such as the food bank, local schools, or for animal feed. Regular Tree care: Prune your tree annually to keep it a manageable size, typically in winter or early spring when the tree is dormant. Prune to remove dead, damaged and diseased branches, and open up space in middle. This can result in better quality fruit. Plant native, non-fruit bearing trees and shrubs if the fruit is unwanted or unmanageable. Keep yourself and the bears safe! Contact us at gleaning@hopemountain.org or sign up for our mailing list. Got Fruit Trees Join us as a Fruit Picking Volunteer! Pick a tree to save a bear! Help your community while enjoying the outdoors, and enjoy the literal fruits of your labour. A portion of each harvest goes to the volunteer pickers, the property resident, and local organizations. Fruit typically ripens from June to November, and it can include apples, cherries, pears, plums, grapes, and quince. Pole pickers are provided to reach the fruit, and we typically pick early morning or evening to avoid the heat. What to Bring: Water, gloves, hat, sunscreen, good footwear, and optionally, cardboard boxes, containers, or a rake (some are provided). Safety glasses are available, or bring your own to avoid falling debris in your eyes. If interested, fill out our Voluteer Registration Form or contact us for more information at gleaning@hopemountain.org, or join our email list . Volunteer Need Fruit? We've got a variety of fruit to give away including large quantities for community groups, food programs, farms, and more. Contact us at gleaning@hopemountain.org if you’d like fruit for your local organization or for animal feed. We will add you to our contact list to let you know when we have a surplus. About the Fruit It’s local and organic! Expect blemishes or imperfections, and it may be smaller than supermarket fruit, but it’s still edible and delicious. There are many great ways to use and preserve the fruit. Need fruit Join us to reduce bear attractants and food waste, and build community! Key Program Volunteers: Robyn Barker, HMCOL Board Chair – Gleaning Volunteer Coordinator Jennifer Rodney –Gleaning Coordinator Esther Brysch – Picker Coordinator/Team Leader Sign up for our emails, contact us at gleaning@hopemountain.org , and join our Facebook group to learn more and to get involved.

Family Day Snowshoe - "A Journey Through Time" When: Monday, February 19, 2024 Time: 9:00am-3:30pm Where: Cambie Creek, Manning Park Cost: $25/adult FREE/child (Children and youth under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian) Register For more information or questions, please contact Tunde at tmurphy@hopemountain.org or 604-869-1274 Step into the past and discover the tenacity of winter life on the frontier through a fun and engaging interpretive scavenger hunt, for children of all ages! Embark on a journey through time as educators Rowan and Moon take you through Cambie Creek Loop, offering you a glimpse into the winter lives of settlers and first nations with an engaging scavenger hunt through beautiful old-growth forest. We’ll stop for lunch along the trail, with the chance to build snow forts while we sip hot chocolate! You bring lunch and snacks; we’ll bring the hot chocolate! We have several pairs of adult snowshoes to offer, as well as children’s snowshoes for kids aged 6 to 8. If your kids are younger, consider carrying them in a child carrier backpack or towing them on a sled. All ages are welcome! Itinerary: Monday, February 19, 2024 09:00AM – Gather in Hope at the Rec Centre (1005 6 Ave, Hope ) check-in, sign waivers *Participants must arrange their own transportation. 09:30AM – Leave Hope and convoy about 45 minutes on Highway 3 to Cambie Creek trailhead 10:30AM – Arrive at Cambie Creek Trail Head 10:45PM – Begin snowshoe trip 12:30PM – Lunch break 01:00PM – Snow fort construction, hot chocolate consumption! 02:00PM – Snowshoe back to the parking lot 02:30PM – Leave Cambie Creek trailhead 03:30PM – Arrive back in Hope *Be aware that times are approximate! Start and end times may vary slightly depending on speed of the group, weather and road conditions, etc . Price includes: Fun interpretive guided tour Use of our snowsh oes (please let us know during registration if you and/or your child/ren require a pair) Trip leaders will provide first-aid support, emergency practices/communications, and hot chocolate Physical demand: We will snowshoe a total distance of 2.9 km round trip. The terrain is a gentle slope with 70 metres of cumulative elevation gain. In the Manning Park area average February temperatures range from -8C to 0C. Please check the weather forecast prior to the event and dress appropriately as it may be much colder or warmer. What to bring: Whenever you are hiking, you should always carry The Essentials At a minimum, participants will need the following for this outing: Backpack to carry all your gear Lunch and high-energy snack foods Water (at least 1 litre per person) Waterproof winter boots or hiking boots (no runners please) Warm winter clothes (no cotton as the first layer against your skin); including jacket, nylon snow pants, gloves, toque, warm socks Two poles per person for snowshoeing (optional, but greatly improves stability) Sunglasses, sunscreen, chap stick, camera We will have the following to lend you but feel free to bring your own: Foam pad to sit on in the snow Mug for hot chocolate! Small portable snow shovel Meet Your Guides Rowan Lalonde Rowan is driven to explore paths where she can contribute to positive impacts at the community level or spark curiosity for the world. She is an experienced thru trekker and canoe tripper, with an eager draw to whitewater adventure. Whether up a tree, covered in mud, or in the thick of river rapids she believes there is so much play and peace to be found on the land and in the wild spaces we share. Having recently moved to Hope, Rowan says feels so lucky to be able to spend her days sharing her learning and supporting youth in our community as they learn to be stewards of the natural world and grow to feel empowered in their climate futures. Moon Pruvost Moon is Hope Mountain Centre’s Program Director. She is an experienced educator and backcountry mountain guide. Her passion for the natural world and grizzly bears led her to study Wildlife and Forestry Conservation. She is certified in Wilderness First Aid, Avalanche Skills Training, Leave No Trace Master Educator and has experience as a bush craft/survival instructor. Moon loves to share her knowledge and love of the outdoors with people of all ages! When she is not guiding, you can usually find her exploring the outdoors with her puppy, Kenai. Nate Brown Nate Refunds/Cancellations: Sorry no refunds! You can pass on your spot to someone else who meets the physical demand of the program, just please let us know, as we need registration information from everyone. A program may be cancelled at the discretion of HMCOL. If a program is cancelled by HMCOL, participants will receive a full refund of program fees. Please be aware that our programs run regardless of weather conditions, unless HMCOL determines that it will affect the safety of participants. Additional information: Liability Waiver Everyone ages 19 & over must sign a liability waiver form in order to participate in this program. Please take the time to read this form because you must understand and agree to it when you sign it. By signing it you are waiving certain rights, including the right to sue. These forms will be available to sign when you check in. Please seek legal counsel if you have any questions. Informed Consent Form Everyone, age 18 & under must have an informed consent form signed by their parents or legal guardia n in order to participate. Please contact us if you need this form prior to arrival at this program.

Hope Mountain aka Mount Hope Hope Mountain aka Mount Hope/Mt Hope Trail Stats Trailhead Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4DBTWKdNZhRaTomu6 Round Trip Trail Distance in KM: 9.3 Elevation Gain in M: 808 Highest Point in M: 1820 Dogs Allowed: Yes (on leash) 4 X 4 Needed: Yes Map & Elevation Profile Trail Access The trailhead and parking lot are located at the top of Mt. Hope Forest Service Road, accessed off of the Crowsnest Highway 3. The dirt and gravel road is steep in some sections with occasional ditches requiring a vehicle with clearance to make it up. Here is the google map for the parking lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4DBTWKdNZhRaTomu6 The parking lot is the same for both the Hope Mountain and Wells Peak trails. Dogs on-leash are permitted on the trail, but please be responsible to ensure they are picked up after and do not wander off the trail to disturb wildlife or the surrounding habitat. The trail is located just outside the town of Hope. There is a pit toilet ("loo with a view") at the top of the trail. When hiking every trail please practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out anything you pack in. Trail Description Stay tuned for more info to be updated soon At the top of the trail be sure to fill out the logbook. Note there is cell phone reception on parts of this trail but it's always best to download any electronic maps you plan on using beforehand such as Gaia GPS or AllTrails . Trail Work Hope Mountain Centre's trail team continues to maintain the trail each year thanks to funding support from the District of Hope and others. See a full list of our partners here . Other Trails Nearby Trail Reports Feel free to leave a comment below with trail reports so other users can learn about current conditions. To ask us a question or to report an issue with the trail, please email our trails team kpearce@hopemountain.org or info@hopemountain.org as we do not monitor this comment section regularly. Alternatively, feel free to post in our "Friends of Hope & Area Trails " Facebook group to let our team know, as well as learn about all the latest work happening on the trails we manage. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Wells Peak trail Eaton Lake Trail Stats Trailhead Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4DBTWKdNZhRaTomu6 Round Trip Trail Distance in KM: 10.5 Elevation Gain in M: 924 Highest Point in M: 1350 Dogs Allowed: Yes (on leash) 4 X 4 Needed: No Map & Elevation Profile Trail Access The trailhead and parking lot are located at the top of Mt. Hope Forest Service Road, accessed off of the Crowsnest Highway 3. The dirt and gravel road is steep in some sections with occasional ditches requiring a vehicle with clearance to make it up. Here is the google map for the parking lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4DBTWKdNZhRaTomu6 The parking lot is the same for both the Hope Mountain and Wells Peak trails. Dogs on-leash are permitted on the trail, but please be responsible to ensure they are picked up after and do not wander off the trail to disturb wildlife or the surrounding habitat. The trail is located just outside the town of Hope. There is a pit toilet ("loo with a view") at the top of the trail. When hiking every trail please practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out anything you pack in. Trail Description Stay tuned for more info to be updated soon At the top of the trail be sure to fill out the logbook. Note there is cell phone reception on parts of this trail but it's always best to download any electronic maps you plan on using beforehand such as Gaia GPS or AllTrails . Trail Work Hope Mountain Centre's trail team continues to maintain the trail each year thanks to funding support from the District of Hope and others. See a full list of our partners here . Other Trails Nearby Trail Reports Feel free to leave a comment below with trail reports so other users can learn about current conditions. To ask us a question or to report an issue with the trail, please email our trails team kpearce@hopemountain.org or info@hopemountain.org as we do not monitor this comment section regularly. Alternatively, feel free to post in our "Friends of Hope & Area Trails " Facebook group to let our team know, as well as learn about all the latest work happening on the trails we manage. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment.

Trails bring people to wilderness, helping us to achieve one of our core objectives — connecting people with nature. We are passionate about building and improving our local trail network because trails provide so many benefits including improved physical and mental health, spiritual renewal, cultural and historical awareness, community pride, and economic diversification. Trails See the maps below for more information about the hiking, trail running, snowshoeing, and biking trails in our region. You can pick up one of our free, printed Trails of Hope maps at the Tourism Hope, Cascades and Canyons Visitor Centre at 919 Water Street in Hope, and many other locations around town, or click the image below to view it online . HMCOL Trail Work Trails bring people to wilderness, helping us to achieve one of our core objectives — connecting people with nature. We are passionate about building and improving our local trail network because trails provide so many benefits including improved physical and mental health, spiritual renewal, cultural and historical awareness, community pride, and economic diversification. Hope Mountain Centre works in collaboration with many partners including all levels of government, First Nations, NGOs, private donors, and many passionate volunteers to build and maintain trails throughout the Hope, Cascades and Canyons region. While our plans change year to year, the core group of trails that we work on each year includes the HBC 1846 Brigade Trail, Serpent's Back, Hope Lookout, Flood Falls, Hope Mountain, Wells Peak, Thacker Mountain, Tikwalus, Hope Bike Park, and Landstrom Ridge trails . See more information about all the trails in our region by clicking on the links in the map above. Want to Volunteer? If you would like to volunteer to help with trail building and maintenance, contact our Trails Director Kelly Pearce at kpearce@hop emountain.org or call (604) 869-0166. You can also subscribe to our email list and follow our social media accounts on Fa cebook and Insta gram where we announce upco ming volunteer days. Want to Get Paid to Work on Trails? Every spring, we hire trail crew members and trail crew leaders to work throughout the summer. Often these positions are funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program, requiring crew member positions to be filled by persons aged 15 to 30 years. Contact our Trails Director Kelly Pearce at kpearce@hopemountain.org or call (604) 869-0166 to express interest. You can also su bscribe to our email list, follow our social media accounts on Fa cebook and Insta gram , or check out our Jobs Page where we announce upco ming job opportunities.

Backcountry Navigation and Orienteering When: Saturday, April 13, 2024 Time: 9-4pm Where: Thacker Mountain Trail, Hope, BC Cost: $195/person (Children and youth under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian) Register For more information or questions, please contact Tunde at tmurphy@hopemountain.org or 604-869-1274 Is the red in the shed? What does that mean? Did I just find True North, or Magnetic North? What’s the declination again? Is this thing on? Is the backcountry calling your name, but your navigation skills are holding you back? Look no further, in this introduction to backcountry navigation and orienteering, we will learn the basics of map reading and route planning, as well as how to use a compass, take a bearing, and find your way should you step off the trail and get lost. Join us in a guided environment, for a program that includes a blend of online and field learning sessions. The bulk of this course will be spent outdoors in beautiful Thacker Mountain Regional Park. Led by Anders Hopperstead and supported by Moon Pruvost, your trip leaders will show you the ropes so you can enjoy the outdoors while being fully prepared for your next adventure! Itinerary: Thursday, April 4, 2024 7-8 pm online ZOOM session In this 1-hour zoom session, trip leaders will introduce themselves and lay out the itinerary for the field day. We will learn to plan a route and add it to the GPS app of your choice. All skills that are curated to demonstrate the typical trip preparation all seasoned hikers should apply before heading into the backcountry. If you're unable to attend the Zoom, a recording of the meeting can be sent to you to watch before the in-person course on April 13. Saturday, April 13, 2024 09:00 am – Gather in Hope at the Rec Centre (1005 6 Ave, Hope ) check-in, sign waivers, Participants must arrange their own transportation. 09:30 am – Convoy to Thacker Mountain Trail see MAP 09:40 am – Arrive at Trail Head 09:50 am – 12:00pm – Course Content 12:00 pm – 12:30pm – Lunch break 12:30 pm – 2:30pm – Course Content 02:30 pm – 3:00pm – Return to trailhead for post-field session 04:00 pm – Course ends Be aware that times are approximate! Start and end times may vary slightly depending on speed of the group, weather and road conditions, etc. Price includes: Pre-field 1-hour zoom session Course and materials Post-field session First aid and guide support Physical demand: Thacker Mountain is a 5km loop with about 150 m elevation. Most of the day will be spent on the trail, participants should be in good health and adequate physical fitness. What to bring: Whenever you are hiking, you should always carry The Essentials At a minimum, participants will need the following for this outing: A Compass Personal phone – with GPS app of choice Battery pack for cell phone or GPS Two poles per-person – optional, but greatly improves stability Lunch and high-energy snack food Water – at least 2 litre per-person Good footwear – hiking shoes or trail running shoes with good thread Appropriate clothing and rain gear Backpack to carry all your gear Meet Your Guides Anders Hopperstead Moon Pruvost Nate Brown Anders feels very fortunate to have parlayed his childhood passion for maps and exploration into a 27-year career as a digital cartographer and geographic information systems (GIS) specialist. He has hiked and mapped hundreds of miles of trails across North America. Anders has shared his love of topographic maps, compasses and GPS units through Hope Mountain Centre backcountry navigation courses since 2010.He lives with his wife, daughter (age 8) and son (age 5) in Mission B.C. Moon is Hope Mountain Centre’s Program Director. She is an experienced educator and backcountry mountain guide. Her passion for the natural world and grizzly bears led her to study Wildlife and Forestry Conservation. She is certified in Wilderness First Aid, Avalanche Skills Training, Leave No Trace Master Educator and has experience as a bush craft/survival instructor. Moon loves to share her knowledge and love of the outdoors with people of all ages! When she is not guiding, you can usually find her exploring the outdoors with her puppy, Kenai. Cancellation: Sorry no refunds! You can pass on your spot to someone else who meets the physical demand of the program, just please let us know, as we need registration information from everyone. A program may be cancelled at the discretion of HMCOL. If a program is cancelled by HMCOL, participants will receive a full refund of program fees. Please be aware that our programs run regardless of weather conditions, unless HMCOL determines that it will affect the safety of participants. Additional information: Liability Waiver Everyone ages 19 & over must sign a liability waiver form in order to participate in this program. Please take the time to read this form because you must understand and agree to it when you sign it. By signing it you are waiving certain rights, including the right to sue. These forms will be available to sign when you check in. Please seek legal counsel if you have any questions. Informed Consent Form Everyone, age 18 & under must have an informed consent form signed by their parents or legal guardian in order to participate. Please contact us if you need this form prior to arrival at this program.

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