Summit Trail Makers Society

TRAIL TALK BY JOE LUCAS Mt. Swansea: https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com//mount-swansea-a-po/... Pedley Pass: https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com//the-paradise-in-pe/ Jumbo Pass: https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com//spectacular-scener/ Lake of the Hanging Glacier: https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com//the-intrigue-found/ Brewer Creek: https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com//brewer-creek-a-fal/ Pinto: https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com/ne/the-peak-of-pinto/ Chalice: https://www.columbiavalleypioneer.com//chalice-creek-buga/

GRIZZLY BEAR ALERT! A large boar grizzly is active in the Juniper Heights area. It is strongly recommended that trail users, mountain bikers, walkers, hikers, and runners stay off the trails. It has been reported that the grizzly bear has been chasing dogs in the area. Please keep your pets indoors or in a secure area until the grizzly has moved on. Grizzlies are currently in the valley bottom because of the wintery conditions at higher elevations. They are foraging and gathe...ring all the food they can before hibernation. Please secure all attractants in and around your home. Be vigilant and aware when out on trails in your area, make noise with your voice and carry bear spray. Please report all dangerous wildlife sightings to the RAPP line 1-877-952-7277. https://wildsafebc.com/species/grizzly-bear/

Something to consider when on the trails

For those who keep enjoying the trails over the winter, be prepared before you go: https://www.avalanche.ca//avalanche-canada-will-be-hosting

UPDATE: LAKE OF THE HANGING GLACIER As of September 29, 2020 the bridge over Hell Roaring Creek is OUT. Crossing of the creek without it is not recommended. A new sign was installed at the trail head to indicate that the bridge is out. Thanks to our volunteers who put the bridge in and take it out each year. We hope everyone enjoyed the hike and will post when the bridge has been put in again next year. It’s not too late to join us as a member, volunteer or donor, see http://www.summittrailmakers.ca/

BREWER CREEK UPDATE: On September 11th , 2020, a supplemental work bee on Brewer Creek trail was completed. A mud slide located at 25.3 km from the Westside Road was previously reported by STMS. A large volume of mud flowed a considerable distance down a steep north facing drainage and blocked the roadway, stranding some people using the trail. A machine arranged by others cleared the roadway, resulting in a substantial bank of mud extending about 50 m along the north side of... the road. The primary purpose of the work bee was to install a permanent metal sign at each of the trailheads, Mineral Pass and the base of the Mount Brewer ridge as these are boundary points inside of which RSTBC has prohibited mechanized use of the Brewer region during non-winter months. The work involved carrying metal signs, segmented steel signposts, stabilizing frames, sledge hammers and other tools (totalling about 70 lb) to Mineral Pass and the base of Brewer Ridge, where the signs were assembled and securely installed. Thanks again to our volunteers. If you would like to join us and volunteer on a work bee, or donate, please go to http://www.summittrailmakers.ca/ See more