Hermann's Hiking Group

The Happy Hiker, Art Lengkeek, recognized with bench and plaque on Mount Thom trail The 88-year-old is a familiar sight on trails throughout the Fraser Valley and beyond His name is Art Lengkeek, but to those who know him well call him the Happy Hiker. If you’re a trail enthusiast in the eastern Fraser Valley, you’ve likely crossed paths with Art, and if you’re like many hikers you’ve probably got a photo with him. People love to stop him on the trail and ask for a pic. Art i...Continue reading

CHEERS TO ART LENGKEEK! We celebrate his birthday today, July 31st. He is still a young 88 and he is climbing Mt. Cheam on this occasion. WHAT A GUY! In the picture, taken September 17, 2014, he is on top of such mountain. Tough example to follow but he has inspired so many people to enjoy and appreciate our beautiful mountain trails.

Tue., July 7, 2020: JOAN AND SOME OLD TIMERS. Yes, hikers are friends for life and as such it was a great pleasure to have Joan, Margaret, Susanna, Vera, Annette, Ken and Roberto enjoying a cup of coffee at Muddy Waters in beautiful Harrison Hot Springs. All these hikers are happy and in good spirits and ready to hit the trails all the time.

OLD TIMERS met in the trails of Harrison East Side Park. Leo Wenk has been hiking for ages and he has inspired many people to look for beauty and enjoyment in B.C. forests and mountains.