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

Programs - 2011

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

Nature Walks: 2-3 hour walks & talks on a nature theme.
Level 1 Hikes: 3-4 hour hikes with a guide, for all ages.
Level 2 Hikes: 5-7 hour hikes with guide, intermediate hikers.
Level 3 Hikes: 8-10 hour hikes with guide, fit hikers only. Strenuous & a long day.
CENTENNIAL EVENTS: special programs for Strathcona Park's 100th year.

All programs are presented by the Strathcona Wilderness Institute (a non-profit charity). Cost is by donation for all activities.($5 - 10 is suggested)
Programs start at the Strathcona Park Wilderness Centre, adjacent to Raven Lodge at Mount Washington.
No pets please on SWI guided nature walks & hikes unless noted otherwise.
For all outings: Dress for the weather, wear proper footwear, bring water, snack or lunch, sunscreen, and bugspray.

 





Thursday, Sept. 22
1 pm:
Nature Talk
"Marvelous Marmots: Fun, Fact & Fiction"
Bring the whole family to learn what goes on 'behind-the-scenes' with Alana Buchanan of the Marmot Recovery Centre at Mt. Washington.
Saturday, Sept. 24
8 am:
Level 3 Hike
Johnston & Panther Lakes
9 hr. hike with Julian Brooks. Wear proper boots, hiking poles advisable, some bushwhacking, age 16 & over, no dogs.
Pre-register: 250-650-4304 or
Thursday, Sept. 29
1 pm:
Nature Walk
Lichens & Trees
A fun & educational walk & talk for all ages with Register Professional Forester Margaret Symon.