Local Hikes - Cable Bay Trail

Mar
22
When: Friday, Mar 22, 2019, 1:30PM - 4:00PM PST
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Cultural Connections - Local Hikes 

Join Cultural Connections as we head outdoors and explore some of the most scenic and awe-inspiring, local hiking trails throughout the Spring semester. We have selected 4 hikes that are based out of Nanaimo and 1 finale hike that takes you to Elk Falls Provincial Park, located 2 hours north of VIU. This program runs from March - April on select Fridays from 1:30PM - 4PM. The cost to join is only $2.00, with the exception of our Elk Falls adventure - costing $10.00 due to the extended duration of the hike (overall time). Please sign up in advance. 

Cable Bay Trail

This well-maintained trail begins just north of Barnes Road and winds its way through the forest to the coast, where views of Gabriola Island and seaside exploration await. Although steep in some sections, it’s suitable for hikers of all skill levels. Fun Fact: For reasons unknown, dozens of toy dinosaurs have been scattered throughout the trail, making for a fun mid-hike scavenger hunt.

VIU Cultural Connections - Local Hikes - Cable Bay Park

What to wear

  • Proper clothing for the weather and for walking
  • Running shoes or hiking boots
  • No sandals

What to bring:

  • Snacks 
  • Water bottle 
  • Umbrella or rain coat (in case it rains)
  • A backpack to carry all your items
  • Camera

Meeting Location: 

VIU Building 255 Main Lobby 

Trip Includes:

Transportation and guided hike

Policies, Health & Safety

We have an ongoing commitment to ensure the safety and quality of our trips, with trained and responsible student leaders, staff and community partners. Before you sign-up, please check out our policies & procedures for more information about how to prepare for a trip, as well as our cancellation policy.

How to Sign Up

Our activities are available to all current VIU Students. Sign up with us in person in Building 255.

You will need to have your:

  1. Student card,
  2. Proof of medical insurance (BC Care Card or Guard.me Insurance Policy)
  3. Payment (cash is currently the only method of payment for activities)

Hours & Locations for Signing Up with us:

Faculty of International Education Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm in Building 255, Second Floor Reception.

Lunchtime Activity Information Desk Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm in Building 255 - First Floor International Commons.

Waiver Form

Please read our general waiver form for VIU group activities in the attachment section below. All participants are required to read and sign the waiver before the start of the trip. We will provide a paper copy for you to read through again and sign the morning of the trip.

Contact

Kelsey Moon, Activity Program Coordinator

phone: 250-753-3245, Ext. 2737 

e-mail: Kelsey.Moon@viu.ca

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