Wilson Falls Group Hike Sunday April 27
Corinne T, Bob T, Barb C, Michelle G, Kara Y, Peter & Amelie, Jim S, Gerhardt M and 2 energetic dogs drove convoy style to Wilson Falls from Nakusp for an enjoyable hike to Wilson Falls, starting from the Wilson Lake FSR. It was a short, easy hike, although some sections on descent to the creek and falls were steep and a bit treacherous. No one slipped or twisted anything. We made some new friends, met neighbours, and had a good visit. Most of the hikers braved the slippery or difficult footing to climb to a small ledge at the edge of the thundering falls.
Hot Springs Trail Renewal Assessment April 24
Hugh W and Bob T walked the Hot Springs Trail from the upper to lower trailheads on Thursday April 24 to assess for hazards, condition of the crossings and other trail infrastructure, and the general condition of the trail. Numerous dead standing snags in close proximity to the trail and several insecurely lodged deadfall’s were identified as hazards requiring removal as soon as practicable. All of the crossings and rough hewen boardwalks appeared safe but many will require repair or replacement in from two to five years. The trail was considered to be in good condition and provides an exceptional user experience.
Hot Springs Clearing and Repair April 2025
Brian W, Frank K, Jamie D, John H and a friend spent a couple of days early in April clearing winter deadfall, replacing a poorly constructed crossing, and clearing a small rock slide in one of the ravines above a bridge, all on the lower half of Hot Springs Trail. Thanks to the volunteers helping out to Brian for leading the effort. The Hot Springs Trail is open and in good shape from the lower trailhead off Alexander Road to the intersection to the source near the Nakusp Hot Springs, with the exception of a couple of deadfall’s on the upper half.
Hot Springs Snowshoe Sunday Mar 2
9 snowshoers enjoyed what is most likely our last group outing of the season, traveling 3 km oneway from the Hot Springs parking lot to one of the big gulleys and bridges down the Hot Springs Trail. It was a beautiful warm, late winter day. Lots of snow has melted but the trail was still deeply covered and packed, but soft, so snowshoes were essential. We stopped for lunch and sat in a line on the trail below the steep gulley slope.
Cedar Grove Snowshoe Sunday Feb 16
Six NACTS members (or soon to be), Veronika, Rob, Carrie, Leah, Bob & Michele and 3 dogs (sorry - don’t remember their names but they were friendly with huge energy) tackled the 5+ km oneway snowshoe from the Nakusp Hot Springs parking lot, up the steep climb around the caribou pen and then along the Kuskanax FSR and branch roads to the Cedar Grove trailhead. It was a perfect day for the outing with fresh snow to add to the challenge and beauty. The first few hundred meters of climbing warmed us up with the next 4 km to the Cedar Grove turnoff an easy tramp on well packed snow. The last km got harder, and then a lot harder as we broke trail in deep, heavy snow. The lunch stop at Cedar Grove was well earned. The way back was easier, but everyone was worn out by the time we returned to the parking lot. We were in and out in 4 hours, a good effort!
Group Snowshoe Kimbol Lake Trail Jan 19
The three snowshoe Musketeers Jamie D, Frank K and Bob T had a great outing from the Hot Springs Parking lot to the second creek gulley and bridge up the Kimbol Lake Trail, about 2.8 km oneway. It was another beautiful day with some fresh snow on the trail. The steep climb out of the Hot Springs source was icy, rocky and treacherous, but everyone made it without mishap or injury.
Summit Bonanza Rail Trail Snowshoe Feb 2
A small group of 6 dedicated snowshoers braved a beautiful day on an easy, flat railtrail for a pleasant 3.8 km one-way 7.6 km return outing along Bonanza creek on Sunday, Feb 2. The views of the creek, mountains, forest and beaver dams along the way were stunning.
Nakusp to Hilltop Rail Trail Active Trans Recon Jan 7.25
Michele N and Bob T walked the rail trail from Hilltop in Upper Nakusp down to the Nakusp Waterfront via the lookout, Government Hill, the bypass, Esso, and the Kuskanax estuary on Sunday Jan 12 to check out True North’s Active Transportation Plan recommended improvements. They supported all and provided additional suggestions for improving access and user experience.
Kimbol Lake Snowshoe Recon Jan 7.2025
Jamie D, Frank K and Bob T snowshoed 2.6 km from the Nakusp Hot Springs parking lot to the second creek on the Kimbol Lake Trail on Jan 7 to check out snow conditions, obstructions, and skill level required. Only minor brushing was required with a few larger falls to clear in spring when the snow clears. The trail was hard to follow in places due to poor marking.
Jackrabbit Group Hike Jan 5.2025
14 optimistic snowshoers braved poor snow conditions, left their snowshoes behind, and hiked to Taddy Cabin from the Wensley Creek parking lot. Frank K went ahead to start a fire in the cabin and had it toasty warm for the group’s arrival where they had lunch and hot beverages. The day was warm, sunny and a good time was had by all.