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Let’s discover her Origin Story. The first peoples of Ts’óq:ls called this place home, long before colonial explorers!

​​​​​​​Ts’óq:ls to Hope - the origin story of Hope, BC

Join us for a senior/elder-focused historical walkabout!  HMCOL’s Meg Turner and Kelly Pearce will talk about the people and places before Simon Fraser came down the river in 1808, and the journey to what would become Fort Hope. 

We will have multiple stops to discuss the town's history and rest as needed. Stops include the Fort Hope National Historical Site, the Christ Church National Historical Site, and the Fraser River. Our walk will begin at Baker’s Books storefront and continue at an easy pace around town. The length of our walk will be approximately 5 km, done at a slow pace with minimal elevation gain.

Price Includes:

• Experienced guides certified in first aid

• Hot chocolate and a light snack

Physical Demand: 

The walk will be under 5 km with minimal elevation gain, and the walk will be done at a slow pace with many stops to discuss our local history. The walk is a mix of pavement, gravel, dirt with some roots and rocks. Waterproof footwear with a good grip is highly recommended.

Please be aware that our programs run regardless of weather conditions, unless we determine that it will affect the safety of participants.

Itinerary:

Wednesday March 19, 2025

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• 1:00 PM - Meet at the Baker’s Books storefront (800 3rd avenue, Hope, BC) for check-in and introductions. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the program.

• 1 :15 PM - Walk begins

• 2:15 PM - Stop for hot chocolate & light snack. *Provided

• 3:30PM - Arrive back at Baker’s Books and depart

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Be aware that times are approximate. Start and end times may vary slightly depending on speed of the group, weather conditions, etc.

What to bring:

Participants will need the following for this outing:

• Water

• Daypack to carry items

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Warm clothes and rain gear in case of inclement weather

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ALSO RECOMMENDED

• Sunglasses, sun hat, sun block

• Notebook

• Camera

• Walking poles if desired

Meet Your Guides

Meg Turner, Program Director

Program Director, Meg Turner, considers our wild spaces her second home. Raised in the Girl Guiding community and an active outdoor family, she feels comfortable leading others and sharing her passion for the outdoors. With multiple first-aiding certifications, including Remote First Aid, participants can feel safe exploring the trails with her. Having recently completed her BC Adventure Smart training, Meg will surely prepare everyone well for safe outdoor programs. She is stoked to head out into the wilderness with you hiking, snowshoeing, paddling, camping - whatever fun activity we have planned, she’s in her element and excited to create a memorable place-based learning experience with you.

Kelly Pearce, Trails Director

Kelly Pearce is a former Program Director and a founding member of the Hope Mountain Centre. He has worked as an outdoor educator since 1993 and has a keen interest in the ecology and human history of the North Cascades.