HIKING 101 CHECKLIST – SHORT DAY HIKE

• Footwear [Boots/icers/dry or waterproof]
• Water [1-2 litres]
• Snacks [ 1/hour]
• Map(s)/Route information
• Hat/Sunscreen
• Bug repellant [Icaridin/DEET]
• ID/Money/Emergency contact
• Watch
• Cellphone [100% charged]
• Warm/dry layer
• Raingear [jacket/pants/pocket poncho]
• Handkerchief
• First Aid [EpiPen, meds, tick tool]
• Poles

Hiking 101 is an introductory course for novice hikers, members and non-members alike.  If you want some guidance on where to begin, what to wear and what to take along, this is the course for you.  The course is 3 afternoon sessions with a combination of workshop/Q & A  followed by short hikes along the trail.  Dress in weather appropriate clothing and wear good walking shoes.


Spring & Fall Courses offered
Spring 2026 – April 26, May 3 and 24 from 1:00 to 3:30. Sign up here.
Fall 2026– TBD


2026 Contacts:
Spring – Lauren Doig – ldoig52@gmail.com
Fall – Margaret Northfield – margaret.northfield@gmail.com