Tag Archives: Stein Valley Nlaka’Pamux Heritage Park

accomodated

Posted on June 26, 2014 by

Sunday night, after the weekend crew had started their journey back to Vancouver, Dave, Thomas, and I began a separate journey exploring a part of the Stein none of us had previously explored. We wound our way up a lovely … Continue reading →

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making some introductions

Posted on June 24, 2014 by

This weekend started with what is, for me, always been a great omen: a view of the Thompson / Fraser confluence. It generally means a view of this follows shortly after. This trip up the Stein valley had a delightful … Continue reading →

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double digits

Posted on October 24, 2013 by

This past weekend was spent hiking and camping on the western edge of the Stein Valley with Team Fred. The plan was to camp at the Van Horlick Creek headwaters and then hike into Stein Park from there. Sara, Megan, … Continue reading →

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Trekking North

Posted on January 28, 2013 by

In hunnermile Sarah and I went for a snowshoe under the (recently) full moon. It was super gnarly. I am not a big fan of flash photos at night so after this one we tried some ten second exposures. I … Continue reading →

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the eighth day

Posted on August 14, 2012 by

Sunday Dave and I hiked Elf Peak in Stein Valley Nlaka’Pamux Heritage Park. From the parked car, the trip took about nine and a half hours (including stops for food and enjoying the view at the top). Here is the route we took on … Continue reading →

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the nettle and the damage done

Posted on August 3, 2012 by

As you may have noticed in the photos from Sunday’s adventure, I was wearing shorts and gaiters. This left a small patch of exposed knee skin between the two. That is the location where the nettles attacked. Herein, I will … Continue reading →

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North Stein reconnaissance

Posted on July 31, 2012 by

That banner photo was taken at the edge of the Stein Divide on the western edge of Stein Valley Nlaka’Pamux Heritage Park. The view peers down from Van Horlick Pass to the valley that forms the headwaters for the North Stein river. When taking … Continue reading →

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parking

Posted on September 1, 2011 by

This weekend I am off to explore the Stein Valley with a few friends. I am pretty excited about it. I think this is a great year to visit the Stein Valley. The valley follows the Stein River (or is … Continue reading →

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