Hikes

Twelve people came out to hike the Gwynne section of the Waskahegan Trail, under a beautiful October sky.

When we arrived, the group was huddled in the woods, taking shelter from the chilly wind. It’s time to put on the extra layer.

Along the way we were greeted by at least fifty? curious llamas. We are still trying to figure out the difference between llamas and alpacas (it’s the ears, I say). Our hike leader, John, did a great job keeping us moving, which meant bringing us out of the spell of these captivating creatures.

Here is the special marker we put up to honour long-time member and volunteer, Oscar Zawalsky.

Thanks to John for scouting and leading the hike, to the trail maintenance volunteers for their fine work, and to the landowners for their continuing permission. You can find all the photos on Flickr.

Where we’re going next.

Thirteen people came out to hike the trail north from the Miquelon Park office onto the Waskahegan sections. It was another fine summer day, made even more amenable for walking now that the wasps have largely disappeared.

The leaves are definitely turning colour.

Our final destination was the new pond, formed by the merging of two ponds, thanks to the beavers. Until recently, the Waskahegan Trail ran between the two ponds. Now the trail is submerged and we have rerouted. The reroute offers an excellent picnic spot with some downed trees for seating at the edge of the water.

Thanks to Lee for scouting and leading the hike and to Trail Maintenance for going above and beyond in getting the trail ready when the weather was exceedingly warm. Thanks also to the landowners for their continuing support. You can find all the photos on Flickr,

Where we’re going next.