Subject to Change and further information:

Canoe/Kayak/Hikes/Bikes for Summer 2009

Panhandle Nordic Ski & Snowshoe Club

Check the website and/or your email for any changes or further information.
Leaders please check for accuracy. Call any changes to Hilma at 667-3779

Rock of Sharon-Dishman Hills
DATE: Saturday, April 25
TIME & PLACE: 8:00 a.m.,Jack in the Box on Ironwood by Albertsons
CONTACT PERSON: Brian Taylor ...762-4316
DESCRIPTION: They are going the difficult route. It will be a rigorous hike, very steep

Gold Hill
DATE: Saturday, May 2
TIME & PLACE: 8:00 a.m. at the Goodwill truck by Super 1 in Hayden
CONTACT: Judy Waring .... 765-5378
DESCRIPTION: About 7 miles round trip of moderate hiking with great views of Lake Pend Oreille-south of Sandpoint

Liberty Lake
DATE: Saturday, May 16th
TIME & PLACE: 9:00 a.m. at the Safeway store in Liberty Lake off of Harvard Road
CONTACT PERSON: Joe Deets
DESCRIPTION: about a 7 mile hike around Liberty Lake-there is some elevation-this is not the hike in Rich Landers book

Coeur d’Alene Marathon Water Station
DATE: Sunday, May 24
TIME & PLACE: the Centennial Trail in the morning-we will have more information later
CONTACT PERSON: Geoff Harvey ..... 762-1246
DESCRIPTION: We will man a water station for the marathon-our theme will be the Beach Boys-so if you have a surfboard, any Beach Boys CDs, palm trees, etc., let us know-it would be great to win the best water station again! We need a portable, battery powered CD player also.

4th of July Clean-up
DATE: Saturday, May 30
Time & PLACE: 10:30 at the 4th of July Parking Lot
CONTACT PERSON: Geoff Harvey ............762-1246
DESCRIPTION: work with the horseman group to clean up the area for summer recreation. Bring loppers, brooms, plastic/nitrile gloves, wear painting clothes, bring shovels, rakes, whatever you use when you clean up your own property. Bring a lunch.

Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes
DATE: Sunday, May 31
TIME & PLACE: 9:00 a.m. at the Plummer Trail Head
CONTACT PERSON: Brian Taylor .......... 762-4316
DESCRIPTION: 30 mile round trip bike ride from Plummer to Harrison, enjoy some ice cream and/or lunch, then return to Plummer. Don’t forget your helmet!

The Pulaski Trail and Wallace
DATE; Saturday, June 13th
TIME & PLACE; 9:00 A.M. AT Jack in the Box on Ironwood by Albertsons
CONTACT PERSON; Vera Ewing .....772-7802

DESCRIPTION: A moderately easy trail that leads to the Pulaski cave, site where Ranger Pulaski saved his workers during the fire of 1910, then we’ll visit some of Wallace’s historic sites

Big Eddy to St. Joe City Canoe/Kayak
DATE; Sunday, June 28
TIME & PLACE: 8:00 a.m. at Jack in the Box on Ironwood by Albertsons
CONTACT PERSONS: Sue Ferguson and Gail Jensen ...765-5086 and 772-3072
DESCRIPTION: kayak or canoe down the St. Joe River-there will be some current. Be sure to bring all the equipment you need, including a life jacket.

Shoshone to Lookout to Mullan Pass-Bike Ride
DATE: Saturday, July 11
TIME & PLACE: 8:00 a.m. at Jack in the Box on Ironwood by Albertsons
CONTACT PERSON: Bob Conquergood ........699-9121
DESCRIPTION: A 17 mile bike ride-should take about 3 hours. You can ride part way, which is a very easy bike, or go all the way which is more difficult. If you go all the way, you may have to lift your bike and yourself over some obstacles occasionally.

Seven Devils Backpack Date Change - Again
DATE:  Friday July 24 -28 or 29
TIME & PLACE: To be announded
CONTACT PERSON: Hilma Volk ........667-3779
DESCRIPTION:  29 mile loop.  4-5 days - ( to be determined) The alpine meadows, green forests, and towering crags of the Seven Devils Mountains provide a welcome high-elevation contrast to the stark, bunchgrass-covered slopes of Hells Canyon. Unlike that sun-baked landscape, these high peaks provide all the usual mountain pleasures, including flower-covered meadows, trout-filled cirque lakes, and awe-inspiring views. The terrain is rugged with a good deal of elevation loss and gain.  Limit 8 People  - Please call or email Hilma if interested.  667-3778

Revett Lake (Thompson Pass)
DATE: Sunday, July 26
TIME & PLACE: 9:00 a.m. at Jack in the Box on Ironwood by Albertsons
CONTACT PERSON: Brian Taylor .......... 762-4316
DESCRIPTION: Short, easy hike to a clear mountain lake by the Idaho-Montana border. It's around 2 miles, but an easy uphill. This is a good hike for kids. It's not too long. If there is no smoke, it's a wonderful view you will find there.

Overnight Camping Trip to Spar Lake
DATE: Saturday-Sunday, August 8-9
TIME & PLACE: 8:00 a.m.- Super 1 by the Goodwill trailer in Hayden
CONTACT PERSON: Geoff Harvey ...... 762-1246
DESCRIPTION: Hike to Spar Lake in Montana, behind Scotchman Peak-7 mile round trip-moderately difficult. We’ll probably camp at Bull Lake.

Two Mouth Lake Hike  ***** Note This is a Date Change ******
DATE: SUNDAY, August 16
TIME & PLACE: 7:30 a.m. at Super 1 by the Goodwill trailer in Hayden
CONTACT PERSON: Hilma Volk ........667-3779
DESCRIPTION: Moderate, 9 mile round trip in a wild and stunning area of the Selkirk Crest.

Evan’s Landing on Lake Pend Oreille
DATE: Saturday, September 12
TIME & PLACE: 9:00 a.m. at Super 1 in Hayden Lake by the Goodwill trailer
CONTACT PERSON: Jackie Beery ...........664-4852
DESCRIPTION: Bring a picnic lunch for a nice fall hike



NOTE:
Hikes are taken at your own risk. Hiking and biking terrain includes steep mountains, narrow paths, sharp rocks and one can encounter bears, moose and stinging insects. Please be in shape for the hike with proper clothing including hats, gloves, rain gear, water, food, energy bars, matches and fire making materials, knife, flashlight, first aid kit, bear spray, and sunscreen. Weather can change in a few minutes. Spring is tick season: bring tick repellant. You may want to bring mosquito repellant and bee sting kits if needed. A hiking stick can come in handy and a space blanket is always a good idea. Bring your camera. Bear spray, boots and clothing, first aid kits can all be purchased at local sporting goods stores and they have good information on proper outdoor gear. On hot days V-8 juice, dried bananas and drinks that replace electrolytes are good to bring. If it is longer than three hours, bring your lunch. Cardinal rule of hiking: stay with the group.

HIKING VIKING HIKES: Bring your own lunch, drink and something to share with the group.