Alpine White Marsh-marigold at Paradise Meadows photo © Dave Ingram

Programs - 2010

Paradise Meadows Summer Program
In addition to self-guided walks in Paradise Meadows, the Strathcona Wilderness Institute also offers a series of guided weekend nature walks and hikes.

Nature Walks: 2-3 hour walks for all ages on a nature theme.
Level 1 Hikes: 3-4 hour hikes with a guide, for all ages.
Level 2 Hikes: 4-9 hour hikes with a guide, for intermediate hikers.
Level 3 Hikes: multi-day trips with Island Alpine Guides in partnership with Strathcona Wilderness Institute.

All programs are presented by the Strathcona Wilderness Institute (a non-profit charity). Cost is by donation for Nature Walks, Level 1 and Level 2 Hikes ($5 - 10 is suggested)
Programs start at the Strathcona Park Wilderness Centre, adjacent to Raven Lodge at Mount Washington.
For all outings: Dress for the weather, wear proper footwear, bring water, snack or lunch, sunscreen, and bugspray.

Download August/Sept. 2010 Program (.6 MB pdf file)

Sunday, August 29
9 am:
Level 2 Hike

Divers Lake
4-5 hour hike with Steve & Marlene Smith of the Strathcona Wilderness Institute.

Sunday, August 29
10 am:
Level 1 Hike

Lake Helen Mackenzie
3-4 hour hike with guide TBA. This is a family hike - all ages welcome!

Castlecrag Circuit
On this Strathcona Park triple crown with Island Alpine Guides take in three summits on a spectacular circumnavigation of Moat Lake: From a base camp at Circlet Lake, reaching the summits of Mt. Albert Edward, Mt. Frink & Castlecrag. $375/person.
Register by August 14: Contact IAG at 250-400-2870 Email:

Sunday, Sept. 12
1 - 3 pm:
Art & Nature Walk

Great Photo-Ops in Paradise Meadows
Look for interesting subjects & compositions with nature photographer Chris Carter. No camera needed.

August/ September
Download August/Sept. 2010 Program (.6 MB pdf file)