Exploring the Clement Extension/Okanagan Rail Trail Corridor

This Saturday, we will explore the southern flank of Dilworth Mountain where the Okanagan Rail Trail now resides, and the controversial, eastward extension of Clement Avenue is planned. This will allow participants to reconnoiter the former, 10,000-year-old shoreline of glacial Lake Penticton, in addition to the diverse plant and animal communities currently in residence. We will also assess what systems are likely to be lost or otherwise impacted by the road extension.

We will meet 9:30 AM Saturday close to 2140 Leckie Place in Kelowna (close to Westwood Cabinetry) to start our stroll. We expect to finish by lunch.

The forecast is a bit uncertain. Pack appropriately warm clothes and potentially some raingear.

NOTE: Participation in our activities is voluntary and by joining an outing you acknowledge the risks of injuries that may arise. Full membership in our club includes coverage for Public Liability Insurance, but note that others are not covered. Information to become a full (paid) member can be found on our website (https://okanagannature.org/) and others will be asked to sign a waiver to participate in our outings (https://okanagannature.org/Visitor%20Waiver%202022.pdf).