Meeting Point: Cresswell Road and Texada Terrace Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tQcV4xUZboXNMKtBA Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/s5iltkpu This is a moderately challenging but beautiful hike along forested trails in John Dean Provincial Park (LAU,WELNEW). Our viewpoint will be Pickles Bluff almost 6km into the hike. We’ll return through a residential area. . Bring poles if you use them. […]
Meeting Point: Glenora Trails Head Park Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A69A3MpvZJYSEcB56 Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/opluqc6l This moderate 8.38 km loop hike follows a section along the scenic Cowichan River before returning on the Cowichan Valley Trail. There is an initial downhill section followed by a flat/gradual uphill hike back up to the old rail bed for an […]
Always wanted to learn how to Nordic pole walk? Now is your chance with this two hour session at the Central Saanich United Church parking lot. Bring your poles (some will be provided if you need them) and appropriate clothing for this outdoor class. Cost is $10 for CCoP members, $15 for non-members. Not a […]
Meeting Point: Beacon Hill main parking, 404 Circle Dr. Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/A8DtAQRwk9P3esSm7 Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/g1n5is8j Summer and ice cream go in hand in hand. In this walk, not only can you taste delicious artisanal ice cream made here locally, you can also walk it off. This walk starts at 10am because most of ice cream […]
Meeting Point: Atkins Road Parking Lot Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3qBdDjHvTSVe718z6 Route Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3qBdDjHvTSVe718z6 From Atkins Road we will follow the Galloping Goose to the E&N Rail Trail Humpback Connector continuing the trail by Mill Hill, though downtown Langford and towards Westshore Town Centre where there will be an opportunity for a coffee at either Tim […]
Meeting Point: Canadian Tire Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TwPMboTfDAHDLv4h8 Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/87ihk7fr A favorite walk through the eastern side of North Saanich along rural roads, trails, past farms, ponds, marinas, and parks. Coffee at the Fox & Monocle at Canoe Cove Marina at about the 5.5 km mark. Walk Statistics: Total Distance: 12 km Estimated Finish Time: 3.5 hours (with coffee) Elevation Change: […]
This session provides an overview of the Walking in Europe Series, various routes, when to go and logistics. Camino Portuguese presentation features two popular routes from Porto to Santiago the Coastal and Interior routes. These routes are approximately 259 km each. Experience the richness of Portuguese culture and friendly hospitality. Highlights include route logistics, services, […]
Meeting Point: Beacon Hill Parking Lot area by Petting Zoo Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EDUznutMCYtW3o3PA Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/fppb2qkd From Beacon Hill Park we will progress through historic St Anne’s Academy before walking a few blocks down to Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Following Westsong Walkway’s winding mix of paved pathways and boardwalks to Esquimalt where we will stop at Esquimalt Roasting Company […]
Meeting Point: Hardy Park, Corner of Moody Street and Wallace Road Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bsRWda9YyntBG44LA Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/bo0pvet1 From Hardy Park we ascend to Gore Park with slab rocks, moss, and frost-covered plants. Continuing to Oak Haven Park, then climbing a hill to a summit with Salt Spring Island and peninsula farms in view. From there, we walk along […]
Camino Coffee House will be at the Quality Foods café, located at the Eagle Creek Village Shopping mall, beside the Victoria General Hospital, 27 Helmcken Road. The café is located inside Quality Food, upstairs. If you have a credencial and you would like to have the Victoria stamp (scroll down to see the stamp) in it […]
Meeting Point: Atkins Road Parking Lot Meeting Point Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3qBdDjHvTSVe718z6 Route Map: https://onthegomap.com/s/voefb028 This route starts at the Atkins Road Parking Lot, which has plenty of parking and bathrooms. The walk will take us for a loop around Thetis Lake, followed by a loop along the E&N Rail Trail before crossing back over to the Galloping Goose and […]
Learn the basics of Nordic pole walking with a short presentation, instructions and practical experience to familiarize yourself with and gain proficiency in walking with poles. There are two different sessions offering the same class - you only need to register for one of the sessions. Please feel free to bring your own poles, some […]