🌕 Full Moon Hike Series: Part 5 of 7 🌕 Snow Moon Snowshoe Hike

Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Moonlit Hike Series
Location (Google Maps): Sawmill Ski Club, Hepworth
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gPbDPFFMVjo9JAKj6?g_st=ipc

Hike Leader(s): Natalie Mechalko & Dianne Garceau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2.0 - 3.0 km/h): A relaxed pace with frequent breaks and a focus on enjoyment.
Terrain: Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
Distance: ~3-5 km

Description

Join us for a fun winter evening of snowshoeing at the Bruce Ski Club’s Sawmill Nordic Centre in Hepworth!
Time: 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Moonrise: 5:22 p.m.
Sunset: 5:30 p.m.
Hike Length: 3–5 km on snowshoe trails (trail options may vary depending on weather and group interest)
Duration: Approximately 2-2.5 hours

Note: Walking is not permitted on ski or snowshoe trails

Join us on Sunday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m. to celebrate the Snow Moon with an evening snowshoe on the trails at the Bruce Ski Club (BSC) Sawmill Nordic Centre: 719533 Hwy 6, Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0 https://maps.app.goo.gl/XDfFzxovRDXC5QPp8
Need to rent snowshoes? 

• Bruce County Public Library: https://brucecounty.bibliocommons.com/v2/search?query=sports%20kit%20snowshoes&searchType=smart
• Suntrail Source for Adventure at 100 Spencer Street, Hepworth (check hours and pricing): https://suntrail.ca/pages/services

Reserve ahead!
Not a BSC member?

• Purchase a $5 day pass at the Sawmill trailhead (cash or eTransfer to etransfer@bruceskiclub.ca)
• Day passes are also sold at Suntrail Source for Adventure
• A BSC waiver must be signed as well

More info: https://bruceskiclub.ca/day-pass-rates/

Thanks to the BSC volunteers, Gerry’s Place, the heated ski hut, will be open for us. It includes small change rooms if needed. Hot chocolate will be available after the hike, feel free to bring shareable snacks. A portable toilet is located in the parking lot.
Important Notes
Trail and weather conditions will be updated closer to the date (likely the Monday or Tuesday before)

What to Bring

• Headlamp
• Snowshoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing (layers recommended)
• BSC pass (annual or day pass) and signed waiver

Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a winter evening under February’s full Snow Moon!
Full Moon Hiking Badge Info
1. Hikers must complete 4 out of 7 hikes (if a hike is cancelled registration counts)

2. Hikers will email the treasurer $10.00 to cover the cost of the badge. Email is treasurer@peninsula.brucetrail.org

• In the message section please indicate Full Moon Badge
• If you can, take a screenshot of your payment

3. Email badges@peninsula.brucetrail.org with Subject Line - Full Moon Hiking Badge

In the message section indicate:

• The months you attended the full moon hikes (e.g., Oct, Dec, Jan, March)
• Confirm that you have sent the e-transfer (if you have a screenshot please attach)
• Include your full mailing address

4. Successful in earning your badge

• If you attend the Apr 1st hike (and the above are completed) the badge will be handed out
• You can also bring $10 in cash that evening to receive your badge
• The badge can also be mailed if you are not attending the April hike (if you provided your mailing address)