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April 15, 2025
~ submitted by Mary Hof
I love this hike on Maple Mountain, starting on the Blue trail going down and along the Yellow trail along the ocean. I decided to lead this hike today for the OCV and Island Mountain Ramblers. Instead of following the Yellow till the end and then up to the Blue, I have found a way up through the ridges and forest to the Blue Trail.
Continue reading “Maple Mountain, Blue and Yellow Trail”
April 5, 2025
~ submitted by Mary Hof
I was suppose to lead a hike to Bald Mountain in Youbou on Sunday, but looking at the weather forecast I switched to Saturday and I am glad we did.
We hiked up to the tower and beyond to that beautiful view with Heather Mountain under a lot of snow. 8 hikers we were, and we all had the same speed for a wonderful hike.
We met a few people on the trail, but not many. 13 km 600m of elevation gain was a good days worth. Thanks for joining me.
March 30, 2025
~ submitted by Mary Hof
Today I led hikers from three different groups on Mt. Prevost, some never having been there. Outdoor Club of Victoria, the Ramblers and Cowichan Hikers. 10 strong hikers. I even took them to a hidden waterfall, none had been there.
Good hiking weather, wind a little strong at times, but a beautiful day to enjoy the beauty around us, visit with friends, and learn all about what these awesome hikers are up too.Â
March 2, 2025
~ submitted by Mary Hof
It was a beautiful day to do a hike, meeting new Ramblers. The group kept a good pace. Parts of this hike are seldom used so it was nice to show people the huge rocks that are along the trail.
The hike was 4.5 hours with an elevation gain of 650m. Thanks for the opportunity to lead.
Continue reading “Upper Cowichan River (Part 3) – Lifetime Hiking Objective”
December 15, 2024
~ submitted by Mary Hof
The weather was perfect on this December day. I decided to lead the New Pink Trail on Maple mountain having just done is few days before. This hike does take you through a high cliff area, with a couple of tricky parts.
We started on this route all going well until one person just did not feel she could do it. It was decided we would all head down and bush walk to find the other pink. Finding it was no problem, we then continued our route to the top and down to Darell Bench and ridge and headed to a couple cars we had place on Arbutus Drive.
A fun day and enjoyed by all.
November 3, 2024
~ submitted by Mary Hof
It was a beautiful November day to hike to the summit of Mt. Prevost. We made the two peaks, Â where we could see the fresh snow to Mt. Whymper, El Capitan, Landale and Mt. Service.
We stopped at the War Memorial Cairn for 2 minutes of silence. Coming down we met a group of 4 hikers that had heavy packs, they were going to hang glide down. It was a great day, with a wonderful group of hikers.Â
April 5, 2024
~ submitted by Mary Hof
Well I don’t think I have ever led a hike on Mt Prevost where conditions and views were like today. The hike was offered through the Outdoor club of Victoria and the Ramblers. Only one from each club came.
Continue reading “Mount Provost”March 30, 2024
~ submitted by John Robertson
Seven Ramblers connected at the trailhead. Some were old hands and some were new to the club. We started out on time, gradually making our way up the mountain in the near-perfect conditions. We paused for views as we encountered them, benefiting from the excellent visibility.
Conversations waxed and waned as the path became more moderate or more steep. A snack at the summit, then the descent to Christie Falls (approached from the “other” side), and another snack.
Then more descent, and a climb up onto Camas ridge. The Camas were out, but not yet blooming. Another snack (one can’t have too many) then off the ridge, and a bit of a wander in the woods below.
Back to the cars on time, and satisfied with he morning, we bid each other goodbye until the next adventure.
