JoAnne Burek

Miquelon Hike and Barbecue

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Sixteen people came out to the members barbecue at Miquelon Provincial Park to hike and socialize. The trail was barely recognizable compared to our hike there in April when there was still snow.

Sixteen people came out to the members barbecue at Miquelon Provincial Park to hike and socialize. The trail was barely recognizable compared to our hike there in April when there was still snow.

Lee led the hikers north out of the park onto the Waskahegan Trail, ending at the top of St. FX Lookout.

This section was cleared in the early days of the trail development by the students at St. Francis Xavier High School in Edmonton. They installed the engraved post at the highest point.

At the time you really could look out at the surrounding countryside. Since then, the forest has grown up around it.

A highlight of the day was looking up to see a group of pelicans circling above our heads. We also discovered gooseberries ripening and these black currant blossoms.

After the hike we had our lunch of smokies, salads, and watermelon in the park. We visiting with long time members and new members around a fine campfire.

Thanks to Anita for putting on the barbecue, to Scott for building and tending the campfire, and to Lee for scouting and leading the hike. You can see all the photos on Flickr.

Where we’re going next.

St. Albert Sturgeon River Hike

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Thirteen people came out to St. Albert for the river walk along the Sturgeon River. It’s a popular hike for the midpoint of spring. For one thing, the path is wide, paved, and clear, with almost no slopes—it’s smooth and easy going all the way.

The second thing is that you are likely to see birds, whether they are passing through or planning to stay…

…like this Canada goose.

Lunch was outside at the Good Earth Coffeehouse.

Thanks to Terry for scouting and leading the hike, and thanks to the City of St. Albert for the upkeep of the riverside paths. You can find more photos on Flickr.

Where we’re going next.