Walking & Hiking Groups

The Tuesday/Friday Social Walking Group meets every Tuesday at CB Place, after the Drop-In program, and car pools to Butchart Gardens to walk, talk, and enjoy the beauty of the gardens in all seasons. We also meet at Food Forum parking lot on  Fridays at 9:00 AM for those interested in an easy to moderate walk in the community, followed by coffee. Contact Gloria Scaife for more information at cell 250-889-0018 and home 250-544-3130.

On Fridays, the Hiking Group also meets at Lochside Park at 8:50 am, for those members who want a more rigorous hike, with varying degrees of difficulty, lasting 2-3 hours. Members should be reasonably fit, wear hiking shoes or boots, bring water and a snack. Many bring hiking poles on the more hilly hikes. After the hike, coffee is our reward!  Contact Mike Bonnor at 370-2212 for information on weekly hikes, or check the hiking schedule below.  New participants and leaders are always welcome.  Come and get some outdoor exercise around beautiful Victoria!

Friday Feb 17  Led by the indomitable Loretta!  We will do Caleb Pike to Jocelyn and then return by the loop…. 4 or so good hours.  Bring a lunch,poles, drink and good boots.  We will meet at the lake off Hamsterly road.

Monday, April 9 is our (first annual?) East Sooke Mussel Hike. It has to take place when the tide is low at the right time, hence the date. The idea is to hike from Aylard’s Farm along the coast to Beechey Head, where we scramble down the hillside to the blue mussel beds, pry off a bunch and carry the home (along the straight interior trail). They are delicious steamed and eaten whole, or you can put them in a chowder. If you are interested give me a call or send an email.