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VIMFF "Best of the Fest" Film Screening When: Friday, April 25, 2025 Time: Doors open at 6pm, films start at 7pm Where: Hope Cinema Cost: $22/ticket (Children must be accompanied by a guardia n) Buy Tickets For more information or questions, please contact Tunde at tmurphy@hopemountain.org or 604-869-1274 Join Hope Mountain Centre for a screening of the “Best of the Fest” from Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival. This evening of exciting outdoor films from around the world at the Hope Cinema includes films spanning hiking, rock and ice climbing, skiing, paddling, mountain biking, and more. This event is an annual fundraiser supporting our local charity the Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning. Be sure to arrive at 6pm to snag the best seats, grab some snacks from the concession, check out our guest exhibitors, bid on the silent auction items, as well as purchase 50/50 tickets. Huge THANK YOU to all our sponsors for making this event possible! Gold Sponsors: Amy de Groot Mortgage Broker Silver Sponsors: Itinerary: Friday, April 25, 2025 06:00PM – Doors open - silent auction item bidding, exhibitor tables, 50/50 ticket sales, concession 06 :45PM – Opening remarks 07:00PM – Film screening starts 08:10PM – Intermission, door prize winners announced, last chance to bid on auction items 09:4 0PM – Closing remarks, silent auction winners announced Be aware that times are approximate! Start and end times may vary. Where to buy tickets: Ticket Policy : If purchasing online, please pick up your physical ticket(s) at the ticket sales booth. Your ticket(s) will be held until 6:45PM on the day of the show. After that, your ticket(s) may be released to others for purchase at the door. We do not offer refunds, but you may sell or give away your ticket to someone else. All ticket sales help our organization provide outdoor education and recreation programs for everyone. Thank you for your support! ONLINE: IN PERSON: cash only Blue Moose Coffee House 322 Wallace Street, Hope, BC and Baker's Books 800 3rd Avenue, Hope, BC Buy Tickets Film line up: Oasis - USA /4min./ Director: Amon Barker Producer: Rory Hibbler Key Cast: Reed Boggs Oasis is an exploration into the spirit of freeride mountain biking. A Team Sport - USA /15min./ Director: Alexis Berg, Julien Raison Key Cast: Courtney Dauwalter, Kevin Schmidt, Bob Krar, Mike Ambrose Ultra-runner Courtney Dauwalter is one of the greatest athletes in the history of the sport. Continuing to shatter records, in 2023 she became the first person ever to win the Triple Crown of Ultra-running (winning three iconic 100+mile races back-to-back in one Summer). But who is the team behind Courtney and her remarkable success? 2 Legs 2 Easy - USA /6min./ Director: Tamara Susa Key Cast: Steve Karczewski Mountain town culture is all about highlighting the ones that are the most adventurous and inspire others to push their limits in their outdoorsy lives. In Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, specifically in the Roaring Fork Valley, one resident stands out as an inspiration to many. Beyond the Green Veil - Canada, Vancouver Island /26min./ Director: Drew Austin, Elena Jean Key Cast: Michael Darling, Chris Rubens, Timmy Taussig Beyond the Green Veil sets to explore the juxtaposition between backcountry recreation and the access the logging industry provides. Most outdoor enthusiasts are also environmentalists, caring deeply for the natural world and the locations. However, access to these spots is dictated by a necessary but destructive logging industry. Beyond the Salish - Canada, Vancouver Island /18min./ Director/Key Cast: Richard Chen, William Chong Two kayakers take on a once-in-a-lifetime journey off the Pacific Coast of Vancouver Island, breaching into relentless waves, unpredictable weather, and the uncharted depths of their own fears. Generations - USA /6min./ Director: Ben Dann, Key Cast: Cam Zink Cam Zink, 2X Red Bull Rampage winner and Jackson Hole athlete, and his crew at Sensus R.A.D Trails have crafted one of the best jump trails in Teton County at Jackson Hole’s Bike Park. Big jumps and technical features highlight this pro-style expert trail, aptly named Deer Jump. Zink’s childhood dream of a trail like this has become a reality for the next generation of mountain bikers in Jackson Hole. The Beginning - Canada, Squamish /19min./ Director/Producer: JCristobal Ruiz Key Cast: Alenka Mali Alenka Mali, grew up immersed in the outdoors, guided by her parents, both acclaimed climbers. From the Patagonian landscapes to the Alps, her childhood was filled with climbing, camping, and adventure. After moving to Squamish, Canada, to live with her father, she embraced freeride snowboarding, dedicating her life to the sport. Her partner, Spencer introduced her to the world of BASE jumping, sparking a new dream for Alenka - to combine her passions by attempting a snowboard BASE jump off Goat Mountain in Squamish, BC. The Warm Up - Canada, Squamish /7min./ Director: Vince Lapointe Key Cast: Claire Johnstone, Ugo Nwachuku An ego-filled boulderer slowly slips into madness as he fails to send what was supposed to be a warm up climb. The outdoor-sport world has often become too serious for it's own good; it's time we reset balance and absurdity into the mix. After all, these are recreational sports! Exhibitors: Merch for Sale: We're so grateful to have the fabulous Sabine Keil aka The Muddy Bean Pottery back again this year, selling her gorgeous pottery work including HBC Trail mugs, as well as some of our HMCOL merchandise including HBC Trail maps, guidebooks, and activewear. Silent Auction/Door prizes Huge THANK YOU to all the wonderful donors of items up for grabs at the silent auction! If you would like to donate items for our silent auction please email kperezdeleon@hopemountain.org Two night mid week stay in a 6 person standard cabin donated by Manning Park Resort $500 of gift cards to Shell gas stations donated by Randy of Hope's Canyon Shell on Old Hope Princeton Highway Wooden side table made and donated by our Board Treasurer Mike Millar $400 gift certificate towards a trip from Top Water Guide Services Ltd Photography session from Hannah Van Werkhoven Photography Wooden salad and serving bowls made and donated by Gerry Wiebe of Whiskeyjack Wood Turning Inc One entry for Sasquatch Ultra Trail Race and one entry to Coldwater Classic Trail Run or XC Bike from Heads or Trails Pair of snowshoes donated by Hope Outdoors 10 Pass to the Hope Recreation Centre Charcuterie gift basket donated by Amy de Groot Real Estate Advisor One year subscription to the Hope Standard newspaper donated by the Hope Standard /Black Press Media Sugar cookie basket from NomNom Cookies Haircut from Mighty Fraser Barber Company Goodies from Valley Helicopters Gift Basket donated by Save-on Foods Haircut from Mighty Fraser Barber Company 2x Bird Blitz registrations (a weekend of birding and camping) - donated by Hope Mountain Centre Books from Baker's Books Item from Mt. Waddington Outdoors 4 pack of Maple3 water Bids open when doors open at 6pm on event day. Final bidding takes place at the end of the intermission. Winners will be announced at the end of the films (apprx 9:40pm). Please ensure you stick around to pick up and pay for your items!

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.

Women's Introduction to Backpacking When: Friday-Sunday, July 26-28, 2024 Time: Friday, 10am- Sunday 4pm (overnight) Where: Jacobson Lake to Horseguard Camp, HBC Heritage Trail Cost: $429/person (Y outh under 18 must be accompanied by a guardia n) Register For more information or questions, please contact Tunde at info@hopemountain.org or 604-869-1274 Are you an experienced / intermediate day hiker looking for the next step up, but lack the confidence or skills to do so? Then this program is for you! Come and join us in this female* only introduction to backpacking. Best suited for moderately experienced hikers looking to step up their backcountry experience. Our group size is purposely kept small for a safe and inclusive environment, with a maximum of 15 participants, plus a minimum of 3 trip leaders. *We welcome cisgender females, transgender, agender, two-spirit, nonbinary, and genderqueer individuals. HMCOL is a proud member of the Safe Space Alliance This year’s trip will take us on a different section of the HBC Heritage trail. Starting at Jacobson Lake, we will hike 12.5 KM down to Horseguard Camp, one of the historic camps of the trail. On the second day, our day hike will take us through beautiful forest and eventually through the defiles (narrow passage through the mountains left by melt water from glaciation). Along the way, we will witness remnants of history, with trailblazes left by Chief Blackeye’s peoples, and later HBC fur traders. We will get to observe beautiful wildflowers through subalpine meadows and break for lunch at the highest point of the HBC Trail: Blackeye’s camp on the Tulameen plateau. This day will be a 12 KM day, with 652m elevation with a day pack. Trip Highlights: Hike a historical trail Hike through beautiful old growth forest and the defiles Overnight camp along the Tulameen river, at historical Horseguard Camp Hike through meadows and observe wildlife Hike in a safe space, with a like-minded group! Learn about Adventure Smart’s 3Ts : Trip Planning, Training and Ten essentials, introduction and presentation of gear selection, options for backcountry food, Leave No Trace Principles, and more! Itinerary: Broken down in 3 mandatory sessions: All 3 sessions are MANDATORY (Gear talk night, trial hike and backpacking weekend). Not only does this allow us to get to know each other, it is to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment during this program. 1. Wednesday, June 12, 2024 7-9pm “Pack and Plan”: A Gear and trip planning online zoom meeting: We will get to know each other, discuss the plan for the backpacking trip, discuss the gear you have and suggest gear you may need to change or acquire, and talk about meal planning and other logistics. 2. Saturday, July 6, 2024 9am-1pm A half-day test run hike in Hope …Not in the backcountry yet. We will practice on a trail in Hope BC. You will get a chance to pack your gear as you would for our trip, test the weight distribution, make necessary adjustments and get a real feel of what to expect with your weighted overnight backpack to practice before we enter the backcountry. Please ensure you wear the same hiking boots and backpack with gear you plan to use for the trip. 3. The Backpacking Trip - Friday, July 26, 2024 10:00AM – Gather in Hope at the Rec Centre (1005 6 Ave, Hope ) check-in, sign waivers, *Participants must arrange their own transportation to Hope and carpooling can be arranged from Hope to the Trailhead and back to Hope. . 10:30AM – convoy together to the trailhead. (50 km on the Coquihalla Highway, 50KM on the Tulameen FSR) MAP After arriving to the trailhead we will hike to our campsite and set up camp. *Be aware that times are approximate! Start and end times may vary slightly depending on speed of the group, weather and road conditions, etc. Saturday, July 27, 2024 After breakfast, we’ll put on light day packs and hike for the day up the defiles to Blackeye’s Camp. Sunday, July 28, 2024 After breakfast, we will take down camp and hike back to the trailhead What to bring: Whenever you are hiking, you should always carry The Essentials Participants will need the following items below: CLOTHING : Sturdy waterproof hiking boots or hiking shoes . Must be broken in so they don’t blister you. If you plan on buying new footwear for this trip, it is HIGHLY recommended you purchase them and hike in them at least 8 times prior to this trip. Socks — A thi n synthetic (not cotton) inner sock and a thick outer sock (preferably wool). Bring at least 1 extra pair of back-up socks Long pants and shorts or zip-off pants (no jeans) Waterproof rain pants 2 tank tops or T-shirts (merino wool or polyester – NOT COTTON) 1 long sleeve shirt (merino wool or polyester – NOT COTTON) 1 mid layer (fleece, wool, or puffy jacket) Rain-proof jacket 1 pair of gloves 1 toque non- cotton undergarments FOOD: Water reservoir or bottle(s) with 2 litres of water Hi-energy snack food (ie power bars/balls, trailmix) 3 lunches on the trail 2 dinners in camp 2 breakfasts in camp Any drinks you wish to have GENERAL GEAR: Sleeping bag — rated to -10 Celsius minimum Sleeping mat — ie inflatable Thermarest 3-season tent Stove, fuel, pots Method to purify drinking water Cup, plate, cutlery Sunglasses Sunscreen Chapstick Toilet paper, bags to place used TP in, to pack-out with you, and hand sanitizer Head lamp Multi tool Basic first aid and moleskin for blisters Hiking poles (highly recommended) Day pack for light hiking (you can also just use your overnight pack if you prefer) Bug repellent/mosquito face net/Tick spray Bear Spray Gear is available for rent at Mt. Waddington’s Outdoors in Chilliwack (604-846-1984) and Valhalla Pure in Abbotsford (604-850-5523) if you need it. Book ASAP if you need to rent gear. Price includes: Trail guide and naturalist First aid backup Training regarding gear and backcountry camping techniques NOTE participants are required to provide all their own gear and food Physical demand: Please note that THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR BEGINNER HIKERS! Nor should this be your first challenging hike of the year. All participants must be able to carry a large backpack containing all their own gear described in the trip checklist up 500-650 metres elevation and 12km each day. Pack weight for first and last day will likely be around 25-40 lbs (11-18Kg) including food and water. Please contact us to discuss your hiking experience if you are unsure if this trip is suitable for you. Meet Your Guides Moon Pruvost Program Director Connie Davis Volunteer 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. Connie has volunteered for Hope Mountain Centre since 2009 and is a former High Adventure Scoutmaster. Her passion for the outdoors led her to hike the Pacific Crest Trail in 2005 and she enjoys introducing people to the backcountry. Connie is a retired nurse practitioner, experienced Leave No Trace Educator, and is certified in Wilderness First Aid. Connie enjoys hiking with Cooper the coonhound, camping with her grandkids, and birding with her husband. Michelle brings a passion for the HBC Heritage Trail to the hike along with her remote first aid certification. She first experienced Black Eyes Plateau from Horse guard Camp 8 years ago. After 37 years of nursing and 8 years on ski patrol, she retired to start a new journey connecting with nature. Her days are filled with snowshoeing, skiing, and hiking with her four dogs. She loves being out in nature, where she feels peaceful, happy, wild, and free. Michelle Pacholzuk Volunteer 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. Hope Mountain Centre reserves the right to change the location of a program for the safety of our participants and staff. No refund offered when location is changed. 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.

What is Leave No Trace? Leave No Trace Canada is a national non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and inspiring responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships. Leave No Trace builds awareness, appreciation and respect for our wildlands. Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics What is Leave No Trace? Leave No Trace Canada (LNT) is a national non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and inspiring responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships. Leave No Trace builds awareness, appreciation and respect for our wildlands. The principles of Leave No Trace are supported by Hope Mountain Centre and infused into all of our areas of operation. Seven Principles of LNT Plan Ahead and Prepare Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces Dispose of Waste Properly Leave What You Find Minimize Camp Fire Impacts Respect Wildlife Be Considerate of Other Visitors Levels of Training There are 3 levels of training recognized by Leave No Trace Canada. (diagram credit LNT.org). Training Level Descriptions Awareness Workshop This workshop is one day or less in length and can take the form of a discussion about the Leave No Trace principles or can be a full day of formal training. A workshop can be specifically designed for individual groups, such as Scouts, canoe club members, guides, etc. Trainer Course This 2-day course is taught mostly or totally outside and includes 1 night of camping. It is intended for outdoor recreational users who wish to teach others how to minimize their impact on the natural environment whether they are hiking, canoeing, kayaking, climbing, etc. This course is ideal for guides, youth group leaders, teachers, camp counsellors, or anyone involved in environmental education. Master Educator Course This course provides the most comprehensive level of training with 4-5 days training, including a minimum of 3 nights camping. After successful completion, students will be qualified to teach both Awareness Workshops and Trainer Courses. In addition to in-depth instruction on the seven principles of Leave No Trace, this course will teach participants how to teach other trainers. It is ideal for people in leadership positions with youth and adults in the outdoors. This includes scouting leaders, park rangers, youth group leaders, camp educational directors, or others involved in environmental education. Workshops & Courses Provided by Hope Mountain Centre Hope Mountain Centre has partnered with Leave No Trace Canada to deliver Awareness Workshops. Hope Mountain Centre provides workshops and courses to groups in the Hope region upon request. Contact us to inquire about availability and group pricing by email at info@hopemountain.org or by phone at (604)869-1274. Awareness Workshops IN PERSON In person awareness workshops can accommodate groups of up to 20 people max and cost approximately $600 per group (equivalent to $30 pp). ONLINE Online awareness workshops (via Zoom) can accommodate groups of up to 30 people and cost approximately $300 per group (equivalent to $10 pp). Watch the Video Thank you, Shaw TV, for recording and sharing this video that includes our efforts of LNT education on your show "You Don't Say".

Mountain Sports Gear Sale & Swap This annual event is to raise funds to support our charity’s work connecting people and nature, while simultaneously providing donated new and used outdoor recreation equipment and supplies at an affordable cost to help make mountain sports more accessible to more people. WHEN Saturday November 22, 2025 from 10am until 12 noon WHERE Silver Creek Elementary School gymnasium (63831 School Rd in Hope) Click here for map/directions. EVENT ENTRY COST FOR BUYERS $2 per person or $5 for a family, payable at the door Items sold by Hope Mountain Centre will all be priced to sell so be sure to not miss out on this heavily discounted sale! TABLE COST FOR SELLERS/SWAPPERS $25 per table (1 table and 2 chairs provided), max 2 people per table. For more details, please see below. This garage sale type of community event is a great way to come together, share and connect over a shared interest and passion for the great outdoors. The event will have music, food sales by donation, a 50-50 to win some cash, and lots of other fun stuff going on! Buyer Beware All goods sold and swapped are (i) used goods, (ii) sold on an ‘as is where is’ basis, (iii) sold without any express or implied warranties or conditions as to fitness or quality under the Sale of Goods Act or otherwise. Got Stuff to Donate? Contact Us! Got some old mountain sports gear laying around that you rarely use? Please consider donating it to us! All proceeds support all the great work we do connecting people and nature. Now is a great time to do a cleanout and support a local charity without donating any money, and supporting more people being able to able to get out and enjoy nature. What Can Be Donated We are looking for gear used for non-motorized and non-fishing/hunting sports. Included mountain sports/recreation activities include hiking, snowshoeing, trail running, camping, backpacking, mountain biking, gravel and road biking, bike packing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, nordic skiing, ski touring and splitboarding, ice skating, rock climbing, ice climbing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, packrafting, birding, wildlife viewing, and more. We ask that all donated items be clean, and in good or better, safe, usable condition. Items can be new or used. EXAMPLES OF GEAR WE'RE LOOKING FOR General gear/multi-sport Backpacks, headlamps, PLBs/satellite comms devices, multitools, hydration reservoirs, poles, guidebooks, roof racks, bike racks Clothing/Outerwear Gaitors, puffy jackets, rain jackets, rain pants, snow pants, baselayers, midlayers, gloves/mitts Hiking, trail running, snowshoeing, mountaineers Hiking shoes/boots, snowshoes, crampons, trail running shoes, backpacks, trail running vests, ice axes, Camping, backpacking Tents, sleeping pads, sleeping bags, trekking pack, camp stove, camp chair Mountain biking & gravel/road biking, bike packing, dehydrated meals Bikes, bells, lights, pumps, helmets, padding, shoes Skiing/snowboarding/Ice Skating Downhill skis/snowboard, Nordic/cross-country skis, backcountry skis, splitboard, ski/snowboard boots, poles, wax, tools, avalanche gear (inflatable backpack, transceiver, shovel), ice skates Rock climbing, ice climbing Harness, rope, rope bag/mat, carabiners, trad rack pieces, personal anchor, helmet, belay devices, chalk bag, Paddle sports (kayaking, canoeing, SUP, rafting) Canoes, kayaks, packrafts, SUPs, paddles, pfds Birding, wildlife viewing ID books, binoculars What Is NOT Accepted Excluded items include all things specific to: Motorized sports (offroading/overlanding, snowmobiling, motorized boating, etc) Indoor sports and activities (hockey, baseball, volleyball, weightlifting, cardio equipment, yoga items) Outdoor sports that don’t utilize mountains/use humanmade landscapes (soccer, tennis, golf, disc golf, volleyball, skateboarding) Hunting, fishing Any weapons If you're unsure, please contact us to confirm. How to Donate To make a donation, contact kperezdeleon@hopemountain.org or call/text (778) 918-4915 to arrange. Donations can be dropped off at Baker's Books located at 800 3rd Avenue in Hope anytime they are open until Thursday November 21, 2025. See their hours here or call them at (604) 869-5779 . For donations of large items, or a large load of multiple items, please contact us to meet you at the storage locker where items are being held. Tax Receipts for Donations We are happy to issue tax receipts for items with a fair market value (FMV) of $200+ per item . We have set that threshold on the higher side due to the labour-intensive/costly process that we are required to do determining FMV of used items and manually issuing tax receipts (see this CRA page for more info ) as Canada Revenue Agency requires us to issue a separate tax receipt for each individual item donated (see CRA Q/A21 ). That said, if there are one or more items near that amount, we are of course flexible so please get in touch to discuss. Notes Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning (HMCOL) keeps all revenue made from sales of donated items HMCOL has exclusive right to set price of items sold Unsold items may be picked up by donor at 12 noon on Saturday November 22nd, 2025. Most unsold and unclaimed items will be donated on after the event, with the exception of select items that HMCOL may choose to keep for future fundraising events. Want to sell your own stuff? See details below INFO FOR SELLERS/SWAPPERS COST $25 per table (1 table and 2 chairs provided), max 2 people per table. Sellers may set up on Friday November 21st from 4-6pm, and/or on Saturday November 22nd from 9am-10am. Please make sure to bring your own signage, pricing labels/stickers, and way to collect payment. All sales are between you and the buyer. There will be a couple feet of space between you and other seller tables that you can set up a couple racks or shelving in addition to your table space. There is no electrical outlet nearby. Ready to sign up as a seller? Please email Tunde to arrange at info@hopemountain.org or call/text 604-869-1274 Thank you! Huge thank you to Ms. Hughes of Silver Creek Elementary School for allowing us to hold the event in the school gym, Baker's Books for accepting donations for us, and to StorageMax for their generous donation of storage lockers to hold all the gear until the sale!

World Rivers Day Guided Paddle September 22, 2024 When: Sunday, September 22, 2024 Time: 8am-5pm Where: Fraser River, Hope to Agassiz Cost: Voyageur canoe space - $217/person Your own canoe or kayak - $150/person (Y outh under 18 are free but must be accompanied by a guardia n in the same boat) Register For more information or questions, please contact Tunde at info@hopemountain.org or 604-869-1274 Join our giant flotilla of canoes and kayaks travelling 40 km from Hope to Agassiz! We invite you to paddle with us and a team of river scientists, an Indigenous cultural guide, historians and naturalists who will all share their knowledge and different perspectives of the mighty Fraser River. Bring your own boat or hop aboard one of our large, guided Voyageur canoes. There’s something for all skill levels, and a motorized escort boat will keep everyone safe on the river. Along the way, you’ll visit the gravel bars, side channels, islands, and riparian forests that make this part of the Fraser so important to fish and wildlife. Mark Angelo, founder of World Rivers Day, calls this part of the river the “Heart of the Fraser” in honour of the ecological wealth found there. The Hope-to-Mission stretch produces up to 10 million pink salmon annually, and hundreds of thousands of chum salmon. No other part of the Fraser produces more fish. In fact, 30 species of fish are found here, including the largest population of sturgeon in Canada. As the population of this region continues to grow, it is increasingly important that we better understand and protect this incredibly important river. COST: Your own canoe or kayak - $150/person Voyageur canoe space - $217/person See “Skill Levels” below, to find out which travel option is best for you. Age limit: For the safety of everyone, kids 8 years old and older are welcome to participate in this program. Anyone age 18 and younger must be accompanied by parent/legal guardian on the same vessel. Price includes: Professional river guides Powered safety raft escort Bus transportation between Agassiz and Hope Educational tour Note: This is a self-catered event; bring your own drinks and packed lunch. Own canoe or kayak Participants will be paddling in a high-volume river. The stretch of river between Hope and our terminus at the Cheam Fishing Village & Campground is a mix of class 1 and class 2 water rapids so participants in their own boats must have river paddling experience and be physically able to independently manoeuvre their boats in turbulent water. Currents will assist paddling, so the trip is moderate in terms of physical demand. Participants will be getting in and out of the watercrafts by travelling across rocky, uneven river shore (there is no dock). If you choose to bring your own watercraft, please note that you are required* to bring your own safety gear as well. We will be checking to make sure everyone has brought: one life jacket/PFD for each person on board one bailer or manual bilge pump one sound signaling device, such as pealess whistle secure buoyancy fore and aft one buoyant heaving line at least 15 metres long *We reserve the right to turn away participants/watercrafts if deemed unsafe or the required equipment is absent. Participants’ registration fee less a $50 administration fee per person will be refunded. Voyageur These large canoes hold up to 20 paddlers and offer excellent stability. Each Voyageur is navigated by experienced river guides. Paddling is easy and no experience or special equipment is required. You’ll paddle the river as the Stó:lo and early settlers did! Participants will be expected to paddle, but we will be going down river with the river current so only a moderate physical fitness is required. Participants will need to be able to manoeuvre in and out of a large canoe, and walk in the water to the watercraft across rocky, uneven river shore. SKILL LEVELS AND PHYSICAL DEMAND: Please be aware that our programs run regardless of weather conditions, unless we determine that it will affect the safety of participants. Itinerary: Sunday, September 22, 2024 8:00 AM - Check in beside the Fraser River on Wardle Street in Hope, followed by an introduction and safety talk. People with their own boats may drive directly to the launch area to unload there if vehicle is capable of driving over rock and sand. Otherwise, park on Wardle St and carry boats down. 9:00 AM – Flotilla of boats depart from Hope, traveling 40 km downriver to the Cheam Fishing Village, stopping for lunch and sights of interest along the way. Both guest speakers will address the group when we stop midday for lunch but be sure to stay within earshot of the Voyageur canoe to hear the guest speakers along the way. 5:00 PM – Arrive at destination. Shuttle bus takes participants back to Hope (25-minute drive). Staff watch over boats at the Cheam Fishing Village until participants return with their vehicles to load canoes/kayaks and head home. Be aware that times are approximate. Start and end times may vary depending on speed of the group, weather conditions, etc. What to bring: Participants should be prepared for the demands of changing weather and all belongings should be packed in waterproof bags (especially electronics!). This event is self-catered, please bring sufficient water for the day, lunch and snacks for yourself as needed. Hat, sunglasses and sunblock Sturdy footwear that you’re OK getting wet! —ie watershoes or secured sandals are good; wool socks inside old runners work well too Toque and gloves Rain jacket and rain pants Waterproof carrying bag Warm layers (non-cotton) String for glasses (it can get very windy!) Complete change of clothes Camera Binoculars Meet Your Guides Dianna and Karla Kay First Nations Knowledgekeepers Siyámíya tel skwíx. Te lítsel kw'e te Sq'éwqel. Kwelaxtelot tel álex. Latsullh ewesteleq, syélxt, qas te sxé:ylt te Halq'emeylemqel. My name is Dianna Kay and my sister Karla (the taller one). We are teachers, academics, researchers, and writers of Upriver Halq'eméylem. Jordan is a practicing fresh-water biologist who will show us some of the fish species found in the Lower Fraser. Look for Jordan’s beach seine net during the lunch break! Jordan Rosenfeld Freshwater Biologist Kristine Pérez de León Trip Leader Kristine’s number one passion in life is mountain adventure. She would spend every waking moment outdoors if she could. Hiking, backpacking, trail running, mountaineering, rock climbing, paddleboarding, backcountry skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking - if it’s an outdoor mountain sport, you can bet she’s done it and loves it. In the past few years, Kristine completed a 55km ultra trail marathon, a 9-day backpacking thru-hike, summited hundreds of BC’s most magnificent peaks, completing many of these adventures solo. Kristine has previously worked as a snowboard instructor in Whistler, as a primate and forest conservation manager in Nigeria, a PNW wildlife education director and hiking community platform founder in Vancouver, and as HMCOL’s Executive Director since 2021. She is thrilled to share her knowledge, experience and passion for mountain exploration with program participants. 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. Hope Mountain Centre reserves the right to change the location of a program for the safety of our participants and staff. No refund is offered when location is changed. 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.

Mt. Lincoln (Lynky) Trail Trail Stats Trailhead Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jznEKaynrrkYG6ob7 Round Trip Trail Distance in KM: 4.2 Elevation Gain in M: 584 Highest Point in M: 650 Dogs Allowed: Yes (on leash) 4 X 4 Needed: No Map & Elevation Profile Trail Access The trailhead and small dirt pulloff parking area are accessed off of Trans Canada Highway 1 in Yale just northeast of Toll Rd on the left side if you're heading up from Hope. There is a wooden trail sign. Here is the google map for the parking lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jznEKaynrrkYG6ob7 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 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 a very steep trail including one short scramble section where use of hands is required. There is a rope to assist. 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.

Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning (HMCOL) is a registered Canadian charity BN 818663940 RR0001 and BC society S004971. The focus of HMCOL is on increasing knowledge about and access to the outdoors. A strong connection to nature empowers people to make better choices that lead society toward environmental sustainability, improved physical and mental health, and enhanced sense of community. Who is Hope Mountain Centre? Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning (HMCOL) is a registered Canadian charity BN 818663940 RR0001 and BC society S004971 providing services, programs, and events on the traditiona l and unceded territories of the Stó:lō, Nlaka’pamux and Syilx/Okanagan Nations in the northern Cascade mountain range of southwestern British Columbia. Working with people of all ages and abilities, the focus of HMCOL is on increasing knowledge about and access to the outdoors. A strong connection to nature empowers people to make better choices that lead society toward environmental sustainability, improved physical and mental health, and enhanced sense of community. Hope Mountain Centre is a proud member of the Safe Space Alliance. History Originally registered as a society on September 19, 2005 as a Fraser-Cascade School District program called “Hope Mountain School,” on February 25, 2008 the organization split into two distinct groups: Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning and Fraser-Cascade Mountain School (FCMS). FCMS continues as an outdoor experience program run by School District 78. Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning became a registered charity on June 23, 2009 to reflect its wider audience and range of programs. HMCOL still provides education programs in schools, and also leads outdoor programs for the general public, carries out numerous local conservation projects, as well as building, restoring and maintaining heritage and community hiking trails in the region.

Hope Mountain Centre provides free programming to all schoolchildren from StrongStart to grade 6 in every school within SD78. The curriculum we've created reflects the unique ecology and human history of our region. Each program addresses specific learning objectives for each grade level, as defined by the provincial curriculum guide. Environmental Education School Programs Hope Mountain Centre believes getting children outside with direct experience in nature gives them a stronger connection to the outdoors, improves their physical and emotional health, and guides them toward better stewardship of the ecosystems where they live. Hope Mountain Centre provides free programming to all schoolchildren from StrongStart to grade 6 in every school within SD78. The curriculum we've created reflects the unique ecology and human history of our region. Each program addresses specific learning objectives for each grade level, as defined by the provincial curriculum guide. Our outdoor programs emphasize place-based, experiential learning, encouraging students to engage with their senses and learn with fun, hands-on activities. Below is an overview of the programs we offer. Environmental Education School Programs Salmon Story Age 0 - 5 Young Stewards of our Forests Grade 3 Skagit Valley Camp Grade 6 Beaver Tales Grade 1 Young Stewards of our Wetlands Grade 4 Insects Grade 2 Young Stewards of our Watersheds Grade 5 Book a Program If you would like to learn more, or book a prog ram for your class, please email our Outdoor Educator Claire at cgrantham@hopemountain.org , or call/text 403-895-4121. Note that each class Pre-K to Grade 6 in SD78 receives one free program each school year. While we reach out directly to schools and teachers each September and January to book, s paces fill up fast so be sure to get in touch at your earliest convenience. New teacher with SD78? Check out our New Teacher Info Package . Not a public school class Pre-K to Grade 6 in SD78? We also provide programs to private schools, homeschool groups, classes outside the district, and other groups if and when we're able to for a small honora rium. Priority is given to groups located in the underserved Hope, Cascades and Canyons region. Space is very limited so please contact us to discuss further. Where We Work While parts of some programs happen in the classroom, most of our programs are held outdoors in nature. Below are the locations we work at most frequently. Thacker Regional Park, Hope Thacker Regional Park, including Sucker’s Creek wetlands, is a nine hectare regional park in Hope. The area includes crucial spawning and rearing channels for coho, pink, and chum salmon, a one kilometre-long trail for all ages, interpretive signage and toilet facilities. Cheam Lake Wetlands Regional Park, Rosedale Cheam Lake Wetlands is a 93 hectare regional park located near the SD78 towns of Agassiz and Harrison. There are approximately 2 kilometres of trails with raised walkways and an elevated viewing platform, which are ideal learning stages for youth of all ages. Facilities in the Cheam Lake area include an information shelter, toilets, seasonal running water and an information kiosk. Both wetland areas host a multitude of birds, insects, amphibians, mammals and wetland plants. Hope, Agassiz and Boston Bar are all communities located on the Fraser River which drains the largest watershed in British Columbia. Other key watershed systems in our area include the Skagit and Chehalis Rivers. These rivers, lakes, ponds, wetlands and forests provide outdoor classrooms for our students as they explore and come to understand the value of a healthy natural environment. Program Partners Thanks to generous community partnerships, we are able to provide all of our school programs free of charge. The Skagit Environmental Endowment Commission provides funding for the Grade 6 Skagit Valley Camp. The TELUS Friendly Future Foundation provided funding most recently in 2025 to fund all grade levels of our environmental education school programs from StrongStart to Grade 6. Primo Brands most recently provided funding for our Grade 4 Young Stewards of our Wetlands and Grade 5 Young Stewards of our Watersheds programs. Local School District 78 Fraser-Cascade shares our commitment to outdoor education and currently funds Strong Start, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2 and 3 programs, and contributes in-kind resources such as teachers and parent chaperones. Land agencies such as Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) provides access to diverse landscapes needed for fieldtrip activities. We are so grateful to work with many community volunteers who provide crucial program support.

Volunteer with Hope Mountain Centre! There are many ways you can get involved including hiking trail building and maintenance, co-lead a guided mountain adventure, help out with our environmental education school programs, help out on the Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee and more. Volunteer with us! Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community and the causes you care about. It's also a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and gain valuable work experience. Read below for current priorities. If you would like to learn more or express interest in volunteering with us, please contact us at info@hopemountain.org or call/text (604) 869-1274. If you're ready to get started, you can email us a completed volunteer registration form . Priority Areas GUEST SPEAKERS Do you have an area of expertise related to Hope Mountain Centre's mission ? We are always looking to collaborate. TRAILS Help build and maintain local trails in and around Hope. Learn more about our trail work here . OUTDOOR RECREATION Help us lead education-focused mountain recreation programs. Learn more about this program area here . ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION SCHOOL PROGRAMS Help us deliver environmental education school programs to kids from StrongStart through grade 6 throughout School District 78. Learn more about this program area here . COMMUNICATIONS Are you a social media guru? Do you have experience using Mailchimp or Wix or Canva? Copywriting or designing using other programs? We'd love to hear from you! FUNDRAISING Do you have experience grant writing? Donor relations? Or maybe you're just an excellent writer, or an outgoing person who loves socializing? We could use your help! WATER QUALITY MONITORING Help us monitor water quality throughout the Upper Skagit Watershed. Learn more about this program area here . ADMINISTRATION Do you love organization? Data entry? Whether you're looking to gain experience, or you're looking to impart your many years of experience, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at info@hopemountain.org or call/text (604) 869-1274. Join our Board Do you want to help direct the strategic path of Hope Mountain Centre? Consider sharing your skills by joining our Board of Directors . Contact our Board Chair Robyn Barker at rbarker@hopemountain.org to learn more. Volunteer Internship Looking to gain school credit, or work abroad experience? We are happy to host volunteer interns. We can not provide accommodation nor visas, and we do not have an office to work from so all internships are remote work opportunities and require use of your own computer and mobile device. If you are local to the Hope area, we can meet in person regularly. Contact kperezdeleon [at] hopemountain [dot] org to discuss.

There are many ways you can donate to Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning. A tax receipt will be provided for every donation unless you specify otherwise. Hope Mountain Centre is a registered Canadian charity (BN 818663940 RR0001 ) with the Canada Revenue Agency and BC Society S0049715. Ways to Donate “Never doubt that a small group of concerned citizens can c hange the world. In deed it is the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead There are many ways you can donate to Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning. A tax receipt will be provided for every donation unless you specify otherwise. Donate Online via CanadaHelps Click the button below to donate online. You will receive a tax receipt immediately by donating. Hope Mountain Centre is a registered Canadian charity (BN 818663940 RR0001 ) with the Canada Revenue Agency and BC Society S0049715. You can find our information on the CRA website . Ther e, as well as in our Annual Reports , you can view detailed financial statements showing where every dollar went. OTHER WAYS TO GIVE Join our Monthly Giving Club By setting up a recurring monthly payment, you can help create financial sustainability for our organization knowing we have a set amount of revenue coming it. It can help make your annual giving more financially manageable also to break up a large total into smaller monthly payments. Choose any amount you want, and cancel anytime. No strings attached! MAKE A MONTHLY GIFT Send us an Interac E-Transfer Send us a donation right from your bank account by sending us an Interac E-Transfer. Simply send to info@hopemountain.org and it will be automatically deposited. Memorial Gifts If you would like to make an in memory or honour gift, please click the link below and you will be directed to our CanadaHelps donation page. You will be given an opportunity to include a special message along with the name of your loved one. At your request, we will send the family a card letting them know of your in-memory gift or in honour of gift. MAKE A MEMORIAL/HONOUR GIFT Legacy Gifts Looking to leave a legacy? There are many ways you can make a significant contribution to nature conservation including deferred gifts through insurance policies, annuities, bequests, gifts in kind such as interests in land and more. Please consult with your financial advisor and lawyer. If you have already included Hope Mountain Centre in your estate plan, please feel free to let us know. Mail a Cheque You can mail us a cheque. Please make it payable to Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning and mail to: PO Box 115 Hope, BC V0X 1L0 Donate via PayPal or Credit Card. Send us a donation via your PayPal account, a variety of credit cards, Apple Pay, or e-Transfer. Return It Bring your returnables to a Return It depot near you and donate the funds by selecting Hope Mountain Centre as the recipient. Our referral link is https://app.return-it.ca/hopemountaincentreforoutdoorlearning Buy Tru Earth Products 20% of all Tru Earth product purchases made through our link https://tru-earth.sjv.io/hopemountaincentre are donated to Hope Mountain Centre. Visit the website to order online. Tru Earth, a local BC, Canada business, sells a variety of sustainably packaged, eco-friendly cleaning products from laundry detergent, stain remover and fabric softener, to dishwasher tablets. Visit https://tru-earth.sjv.io/hopemountaincentre to learn more and purchase products that support Hope Mountain Centre.

Indigenous Youth Outdoors Rooted in the heart of the Upper Skagit Watershed, our Indigenous Youth Outdoors program is a dedicated space for reclaiming connections to ancestral lands. While Indigenous engagement is woven into the fabric of everything we do, this specialized program area funded by the Skagit Environmental Endowment Commission focuses on helping to facilitate Indigenous Knowledge Keepers to lead the next generation in and about their traditional territories. Through land-based learning and ancestral teachings, we help create a journey of discovery that transcends typical outdoor recreation. This is about identity, stewardship, and the enduring spirit of the Upper Skagit. Program Highlights Our programming is guided by the seasons and the wisdom of local Elders, offering youth hands-on experience in activities like: Traditional Plant Walks: Identifying, harvesting, and understanding the medicinal and nutritional properties of local flora. Outdoor Survival Skills: Blending modern safety with traditional navigation and land-literacy. Oral Histories: Learning the deep history of the watershed through storytelling passed down through generations. Cultural Artistry: Immersive workshops in cedar weaving, drum making, and other artistic expressions of heritage. Why the Upper Skagit? The Upper Skagit Watershed isn't just a location; it is a relative. By bringing youth into these specific landscapes, we support the vital work of cultural continuity, ensuring that the stories and skills tied to these waters and mountains remain vibrant and lived. "We don't just walk on the land; we listen to it. This program is about giving our youth the tools to hear what the Upper Skagit has been saying for millennia." Upcoming & Past Programs/Events Women's Introduction to Backpacking 2026 (SOLD OUT) email for waitlist tmurphy@hopemountain.org Fri, Jun 26 Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux Heritage Park More info Details Nlaka'pamux Family Camp in the Skagit DemEEwuh Sun, Aug 24 Ross Lake Group Campground More info Details Finger Weaving: Weaving Through Time Sat, Mar 22 The Art Machine More info Details