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Caledonia Ramblers Trail Guides

Are you interested in all the hiking opportunities in and around Prince George? Then you must pick up a copy of Volumes 1 and 2 of the Caledonia Ramblers trail guides. They contain complete descriptions of over 50 trails, along with directions to the trail head and trail ratings.

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New Ozalenka Cabin Completed

The Ozalenka Apline Club is proud to announce that the new Ozalenka cabin has been completed. "The crew did a magnificent job in just under three weeks," Elsie Stanley said.

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Tacheeda Lookout Renovation Completed

The Prince George Backcountry Recreation Society is thrilled to announce that the Tacheeda Lookout renovation is complete! This 60 year old structure got a major and much needed facelift this summer and the contractor did an incredible job.

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Dog Friendly Hikes Now Available

Wouldn't it be great to have your four-legged companion along on a group hiking trip? Now you can as the Club is now offering dog friendly hikes on a pilot basis! Before your dog can go on a hike, it must be vetted to ensure it is well behaved and won't be a nuisance.

Upcoming Hikes

The Caledonia Ramblers will be leading an Easy/Moderate snowshoe up the along the Crest Circuit at Forests for the World. Participants should consider bringing both ice cleats (ice grippers) and snowshoes for this trip, depending on weather and snow conditions. They should also bring a day backpack, sufficient water or perhaps something hot to drink, adequate food or snacks, extra warm clothing and gaiters. Hiking poles may also prove useful. Please meet 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time of 9 a.m. in the parking lot behind Prince George City Hall.

The carpool fee is $3.

For more information contact Nowell at: 250-562-7485.

The Caledonia Ramblers will be leading an Moderate/Strenuous snowshoe to the Grand Canyon of the Fraser, on Sunday, Feb. 5th. Participants should consider bringing both snowshoes and ice cleats (ice grippers) with them, along with hiking boots, a day backpack, sufficient water or perhaps something hot to drink, lunch and snacks, extra warm clothing, gaiters and possibly hiking poles. Please meet 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time of 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind Prince George City Hall.

The carpool fee is $18.

For more information contact Dave at: 250-564-8887.

The Caledonia Ramblers will be leading an Easy Full-Moon Snowshoe along the Swampy trail, west of Prince George on Sunday, Feb 5th. Participants should bring a headlamp, a day backpack, sufficient water or perhaps something hot to drink, snacks or perhaps something more substantial to eat, extra warm clothing, gaiters and hiking poles. They should also consider bringing ice-cleats (grippers) or snowshoes depending on conditions. Please meet 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time of 6 p.m. in the overflow parking lot at the Aquatic Centre (across from the CN Centre).

The carpool fee is $3.

For more information contact Elizabeth at: 250-613-0606.

The Caledonia Ramblers will be leading an exciting snowshoe trips in Wells this February. The plan is to leave Prince George on Friday February 10th and return Sunday February 12th. Don't worry, we will not be camping out in the snow. If you are interested in going (and committed to go) then please contact Peter (peter@interart.ca) so he can maintain a list of who is going and possibly help with finding roommates to share the cost, suggested places to stay, etc. It will be up to you to book your own accommodations.

Currently rooms are available at the Wells Motel (which is highly rated), but they are going fast (remember that Wells is a popular destination for snowmobilers, and accommodations in the area are limited). If you plan on going, then please book your room there now ( 1-800-860-2299 ). Other possible accommodations include the Mountain Thyme Getaway.

It should be a great time with spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, and fantastic food. Don't miss your opportunity to snowshoe in one of BC's prettiest winter wonderlands.

The carpool fee is $30 plus food and lodging.

For more information contact Peter at: 250-613-9590.

The Caledonia Ramblers will lead a Moderate (C3d) hike along the Cheslatta Trail. Participants should consider bringing both ice cleats (ice grippers) and snowshoes for this trip, depending on weather and snow conditions. They should also bring hiking boots, a day backpack, sufficient water or perhaps something hot to drink, adequate food or snacks, extra warm clothing and gaiters. Hiking poles may also prove useful. Please meet 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time of 8 a.m. at the Prince George City Hall parking lot.

The carpool fee is $3.

For more information contact Tanya at: 250-552-7428.

The Caledonia Ramblers will leading a moderate snowshoe up Fraser Mountain, 140 kilometres west of Prince George. Participants should consider bringing both ice cleats (ice grippers) and snowshoes for this trip, depending on weather and snow conditions. They should also bring hiking boots, a day backpack, sufficient water or perhaps something hot to drink, adequate food or snacks, extra warm clothing and gaiters. Hiking poles may also prove useful. Please meet 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time of 7 a.m. in the parking lot behind Prince George City Hall.

The carpool fee is $25.

For more information contact Tim at: 250-301-8247.

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