THURSDAY: 1/2 way up Mount Benson (turtle 🐢 pace)

Approx 5km/425m accumulated elevation. A cardio/elevation training hike! (ME! 🥵).
You s/b @ minimum a strong “B/moderate” level hiker or higher to enjoy this hike. Not suitable for anyone with balance/cardio/knee deficiencies.
Pet-free/NO DOGS please. Pit Toilet @ Rd parking lot.

REMINDER: be prepared to show some of the Ten Essentials/First Aid supplies that you carry in your pack. Bring extra water!

Will hike up to the 1st viewpoint, then continue on the recently new & improved trail (NEW to me) to the 1/2 way point/access road. Return the way we came up.

Expect dry & slippery conditions with varied and unstable terrain (stones, roots & navigate over some blowdown). Hiking boots/shoes with good tread required. Poles may be beneficial.

Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By signing up to this event, you agree to our waiver available here: https://www.meetup.com/Nanaimo-Day-Hikes-Meetup/pages/22791742/waiver/.
All participants are expected to act as a responsible member of the group. Shared values of this trip include personal responsibility and mutual reliance. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition and current trail conditions for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being.

Please ensure you are fully prepared with proper gear and you're physically fit to do this hike with the group.

• See also the Ten Essentials: What to Bring - North Shore Rescue