Saturday, June 6, 2026

Annual PHG BBQ, Fri 5 Jun, 5pm -- , rated SGES (seriously good eating and socializing)

 After 4.5 days straight of perfect weather for hiking and outdoor socializing, the weather gods favoured us by holding off the rain until about 7:30. Even then, it was just splatters. All in all, conditions were perfect in the lovely backyard of Kathy and John Burgers. There was some question about whether our BBQ chefs were vaping when we thought they should be cooking, but all turned out well. The Social Committee arranged for a nice selection of protein and fixings, complemented by appetizers, salads, and desserts brought by members. The result was good variety and quality at a great price. The 57 members in attendance seemed to agree. 

The Social Committee and setting were perfect, allowing for some good socializing time at the start followed by great food service. Thanks to the committee -- Sue Stephens (Chair), Mary DM, Deb Porszt, Mary Lester, Carolyn Rumble, our chefs Michael, Ross and Gerry, and of course our hosts Kathy and John. 

Michael and Ross stop for a breather

Pathfinders brought lots of healthy and tasty salads -- natch!

 
Deb seemed happy with her door prize. 

Sue thanks Kathy & John

Another splash of colour for the Burgers' garden





Wally Nisbet Trail (aka Wally's Walk), Thu 4 June, 2026, 8:45

 Thirteen hikers followed Tom unquestioningly through a very large number of intersections and potential wrong turns -- all to end up back where they started!!😀The E-E rating and modest 5.9 km made this less of an accomplishment than the pictures would suggest.

 The Wally Nisbet hike is named to honour the memory of Wally Nisbet, long-time Pathfinder, hike leader, and developer of many of our routes, including this one. 

Blue skies and sunshine make for great hiking. And serious shadows!

 
Dame's Rocket -- in its full glory. 

Roberts & Irwin Quarry, Thu 4 June 2026, 8:15

 Hattie had a good day for leading her gang on these two Side Trails -- 8 km of S-D hiking.