March of Memories When: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Time: 1pm-3:30pm Where: Our walk will begin in front of Baker’s Books Cost: FREE for seniors/elders (55 and over) $20 for all other ages (Y outh under 18 must be accompanied by a guardia n) Sold Out For more information or questions, please contact Tunde at info@hopemountain.org or 604-869-1274 Let’s discover her Origin Story. The first peoples of Ts’óq:ls called this place home, long before colonial explorers! Ts’óq:ls to Hope - the origin story of Hope, BC Join us for a senior/elder-focused historical walkabout! HMCOL’s Meg Turner and Kelly Pearce will talk about the people and places before Simon Fraser came down the river in 1808, and the journey to what would become Fort Hope. We will have multiple stops to discuss the town's history and rest as needed. Stops include the Fort Hope National Historical Site, the Christ Church National Historical Site, and the Fraser River. Our walk will begin at Baker’s Books storefront and continue at an easy pace around town. The length of our walk will be approximately 5 km, done at a slow pace with minimal elevation gain. Price Includes: Experienced guides certified in first aid Hot chocolate and a light snack Physical Demand: The walk will be under 5 km with minimal elevation gain, and the walk will be done at a slow pace with many stops to discuss our local history. The walk is a mix of pavement, gravel, dirt with some roots and rocks. Waterproof footwear with good grip is highly recommended. Please be aware that our programs run regardless of weather conditions, unless we determine that it will affect the safety of participants. Itinerary: Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:00 PM - Meet at the Baker’s Books storefront (800 3rd avenue, Hope, BC) for check-in and introductions. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the program. 1 :15 PM - Walk begins 2:15 PM - Stop for hot chocolate & light snack. *Provided 3:30PM - Arrive back at Baker’s Books and depart Be aware that times are approximate. Start and end times may vary slightly depending on speed of the group, weather conditions, etc. What to bring: Participants will need the following for this outing: Water Daypack to carry items Comfortable walking shoes Warm clothes and rain gear in case of inclement weather ALSO RECOMMENDED Sunglasses, sun hat, sun block Notebook Camera Walking poles if desired Meet Your Guides Meg Turner Program Director Program Director, Meg Turner, considers our wild spaces her second home. Raised in the Girl Guiding community and an active outdoor family, she feels comfortable leading others and sharing her passion for the outdoors. With multiple first-aiding certifications, including Remote First Aid, participants can feel safe exploring the trails with her. Having recently completed her BC Adventure Smart training, Meg will surely prepare everyone well for safe outdoor programs. She is stoked to head out into the wilderness with you hiking, snowshoeing, paddling, camping - whatever fun activity we have planned, she’s in her element and excited to create a memorable place-based learning experience with you. Kelly Pearce is a former Program Director and a founding member of the Hope Mountain Centre. He has worked as an outdoor educator since 1993, and has a keen interest in the ecology and human history of the North Cascades. Kelly Pearce Trails Director 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.

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. Hope Mountain Centre is proud to be a 1% for the Planet Impact Partner. See our profile here . 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.

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.

VIMFF "Best of the Fest" Film Screening When: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 Time: 6pm Where: New 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 local charity 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! Presenting Sponsor: 1/1 Gold Sponsor: 1/1 Silver Sponsor: 1/1 Itinerary: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 06:00PM – Doors Open - silent auction item bidding, exhibitor tables, 50/50 ticket sales, concession 06 :50PM – Opening Remarks 07:00PM – Film screening starts 08:00PM – Intermission, door prize winners announced, last chance to bid on action 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, 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 your purchase helps support our organization’s efforts in outdoor education and recreation programs for everyone –especially families and kids! ONLINE Buy your tickets at https://www.hopemountain.org/event-details-registration/vimff-best-of-the-fest IN PERSON - cash only Blue Moose Coffee House 322 Wallace Street, Hope, BC and Baker's Books 800 3rd Avenue, Hope, BC Film line up: Private Freefall - South Africa /10mins/ Private Freefall is the journey of discovery and creation of a dream amongst a rag tag team of friends assembled by Andy Court. After multiple recce’s and two days of rigging, all that is left is to jump… North Shore Betty - Canada, North Shore /12mins/ The misty forests above North Vancouver, British Columbia are hallowed ground for mountain biking, a place where Betty Birrell, at age 45, picked up mountain biking after a career as a mountaineer and professional windsurfer. Silent Steward - USA /4mins/ This is a story of saving the seasons and healing the soul. Tele Dan has gone from medic in the military to Silent Steward of Crystal Mountain . Pass it on - Canada, Squamish /11mins/ Pass It On celebrates three locals who spread their love of Squamish climbing into the fabric of the broader community. In this series, we meet Sandy Ward of the Lil’wat Nation, who dedicates time to sharing her climbing knowledge with local indigenous youth; we get silly with Tami Knight, route developer of the late 70s and 80s; and go projecting with long-term carer Michelle LeBlanc who takes residents in their 80s on imaginary expeditions. Tempo - Brazil /5mins/ A conceptual exploration of the shared feelings between music and mountains — Tempo II. Movements in Jungle is set in the world's largest urban jungle, exploring styles of Brazilian drumming and trail running. Rematriation - Canada /1mins/ Rematriation is one small part of a massive resurgence of identity and connection - a coming together of thousands of ordinary people, transcending racial, cultural and economic boundaries to stop the unrestrained corporate liquidation of our land's last remnants of wilderness - our ancient forests. INTERMISSION /20mins/ Continuum - Canada /2mins/ Everything is connected. Each ride is an extension of the one before. Each reentry is a transition to the next launch. Each experience builds on one another toward a flow state of endless progression. Only the settings and perspectives change along this continuum. Mandatory Gear - USA /15mins/ In the male-dominated sport of adventure racing, co-ed teams of four race unsupported through rugged, wild terrain. To compete, each team must have at least one woman. Due to this rule, in the adventure racing world, women are often referred to as “mandatory gear” for competition. Free Rider - France /34mins/ Sam Anthamatten and Victor De Le Rue explore the wildest corner of Alaska, in search of the craziest spine walls to ski and snowboard. The film is aiming to get the viewer to feel -as if you were in their shoes- what it's really like to surf such mountains; to understand what so called "free riders" are made of, and what could be the purpose and the beauty of "freeriding". Exhibitors: Sales: 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 Huge THANK YOU to all the wonderful donors of items up for grabs at the silent auction! Personal Training - donated by Backcountry Strength K eens women's hiking boots - donated by a private donor $150 gas gift cards - donated by Hope's Canyon Shell Kayak or paddleboard rental - donated by Hope Bike and Kayak Rentals 10 Visit Punch Pass - donated by Project Climbing Centre (use at any location!) MSR water filter - donated by a private donor Gift basket - donated by Hope Pharmasave 2 x Bird Blitz registrations (a weekend of camping and birding!) - donated by Hope Mountain Centre $30 Starbucks gift card - donated by Hope Starbucks $25 Mountainview Brewing gift card - donated by Mountainview Brewing Kayak (used, in great condition) - donated by Nick Tyler Bids open as doors open at 6pm on event day. Final bidding takes place 5 minutes before the end of the films intermission (apprx 8:15pm - will be announced). 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!

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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.

Hope Lookout trail is Hope's Grouse Grind Hope Lookout Trail Stats Trailhead Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6oeUzpyV7BF1KxU68 Round Trip Trail Distance in KM: 4.5 Elevation Gain in M: 470 Highest Point in M: 535 Dogs Allowed: Yes (on leash) 4 X 4 Needed: No Map & Elevation Profile Trail Access The trailhead and parking lot are accessed off of Old Hope-Princeton Highway by the trail kiosk (sign). Here is the google map for the parking lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6oeUzpyV7BF1KxU68 This is Hope’s “Grouse Grind”, offering hikers and trail runners a steep trail through lush forest, ending with a spectacular viewpoint perched on a rocky slope. You’ll be rewarded with amazing views of the rivers, mountains, and lakes surrounding Hope. 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 inside the town of Hope. There are picnic tables and a garbage can at the trailhead, and a pit toilet 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 check out the interpretive signage, fill out the logbook, and grab a toy for any kid who completes this tough hike! 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 . First Nations History Stay tuned for more info to be updated soon Hope Hustle Trail Race Each year on the Brigade Days weekend, the Hope BC Running Club hosts a trail race called the Hope Hustle up the Hope Lookout trail. Visit the Hope Hustle Facebook page and the running club's Facebook group and for more information. 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.

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.

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 Looking for info about a specific trail? Go back up to the Trails menu as we have a webpage dedicated to each trail in the region. Hover for the dropdown menu if you're on a desktop, or tap the 3 lines and then the down arrow beside the Trails heading if you're on a mobile device. You can also check out the maps below for more information about all the various hiking, trail running, snowshoeing, and biking trails in our region. You can pick up one of these - 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 (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 (604) 869-0166 to express interest. You can also subscribe 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. Want exposure for your business? Advertise with us! Support trails and Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning, a registered charity connecting people and nature. Your advertisement(s) directly contribute to the building, maintenance and improvement of trails in the Hope region. Advertise in our Trails of Hope map, on trailhead kiosks, and/or on trails via our Adopt-a-Trail program. Learn more here .

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.

Partners We hold all our partners in high regard and thank them greatly for their commitment to and alignment with our three focus areas of conservation, education, and recreation. Below you will find our most recent partners including donors, sponsors and collaborators. Donors Sponsors Thankful to collaborate with these wonderful groups

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!