PNOA Pre-Season Ski Trip to Whistler Blackcomb, Dec 1-6, 2024 A Winter Tradition of Fun and Learning From December 1 to 6, 2024, over 50 ski enthusiasts from the Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association (PNOA) gathered at Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort for the annual pre-season ski trip. This event has become a cherished tradition, marking the…
Thank you to everyone who joined PNOA’s Third Outdoor Safety Workshop, held on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Elgin Hall! We were thrilled to welcome more than 48 participants who came to learn and enhance their knowledge of water safety and paddling essentials. Our lineup of expert speakers made this event both informative and engaging….
This past weekend, I had the chance to hike one of the most scenic trails in the Mt. Baker area – Ptarmigan Ridge – followed by a peaceful walk around Picture Lake. If you’re looking for stunning mountain views, glaciers, and crystal-clear reflections, these two hikes offer an unforgettable experience. Ptarmigan Ridge: Glacial Grandeur, Mountain…
在2024年的Great Cycle Challenge活动中，PNOA GCC 2024队伍取得了令人瞩目的成就。我们设定了5000公里的骑行目标，结果总骑行距离达到了惊人的9621公里，几乎是原计划的两倍。此外，我们的募捐目标同样是5000元，最终筹集到了8579元善款，这笔款项将用于支持SickKids基金会，帮助儿童癌症的研究和治疗。 今年，共有17名队员参与了这项挑战，其中有8名队员是第一次参与。特别值得一提的是，我们队伍中最年轻的成员——8岁的Zoe和5岁的Avi姐弟俩。Zoe在第二年参加挑战，骑行了554.1公里，募捐了1507元善款。弟弟Avi首次参与，完成了82公里的骑行，并筹集了306元。他们的勇气和努力深深激励了其他队员，展现了年轻一代的无限潜力。 同时，团队中的资深骑手老齐更是发挥了重要作用，他独自骑行了2850.9公里，为团队的成功贡献了巨大力量。他的坚持和毅力为所有队员树立了榜样，激励着大家共同追求目标。 通过这次挑战，PNOA GCC 2024队伍不仅在骑行和募捐上超越了预期，更重要的是提高了社会对儿童癌症的关注。我们明白，每一位队员的努力都在为那些需要帮助的孩子们点燃希望之光。 展望未来，我们将继续参加明年的挑战，为更多的孩子们贡献力量，再创佳绩！
On Oct 5, 2024, a crisp autumn morning, the PNOA community came together for a coastal cleanup at the Tsawwassen Causeway, turning an ordinary day by the water into a purposeful environmental action. With gloves, bags, and determination, volunteers combed the shoreline, picking up debris that would otherwise harm the ecosystem. It was a reminder…
Last week, from September 21-29, I had the privilege of joining PNOA’s second annual fall expedition to the Canadian Rockies. This 9-day journey, packed with breathtaking scenery, incredible hikes, and unforgettable moments, is one I won’t soon forget. Days 1-4: Lake O’Hara Our group split into two teams: one setting up camp at Lake O’Hara,…
Hosted by RDBS, LAPOWER, and PNOASeptember 15, 2024 This past Sunday, September 15, 2024, False Creek was alive with energy and excitement as the Richmond Dragon Boat Society (RDBS), LAPOWER, and the Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association (PNOA) came together to host a special dragon boat event in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival. A Day of…
Hike Information Difficulty: Difficult Distance: 15.6 KMElevation Gain: 1,595MHighest Elevation: 1,788M Parking: Arrive early to secure a spot. A Challenging Ascent It was a beautiful sunny day on August 31, 2024, a group of us from PNOA set out to conquer Brunswick Mountain, the highest peak in the North Shore mountains. The excitement was palpable as we…
PNOA于2024年7月5日至15日组织了Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit活动，17名队员分成A队和B队，这是B队的活动集锦视频。 9名B队成员们齐心协力、团结奋战、精诚合作，共同度过了艰辛而愉快的八天七晚。整个行程共147.74公里（其中划独木舟122.03公里，推船转运25.71公里），这是一次令所有队员终生难忘的经历。 借一位文艺队友的打油诗来纪念这次难忘的旅程：十三湖泊围四方一百公里水路长 陆地行船战酷暑小湖放生感上苍 熊熊篝火爆米花红顶大帐绿茶坊 碧水青山划木舟湖边沙滩看夕阳 一个不落闯急流绳结九心木桨墙 胆战心惊漂白水再鼓余勇搏巨浪 桃源仙境湖水暖大锅乱炖饭菜香 帷幕避蚊谈梦想湖心度假双护航 百年修得同船渡感恩相伴不相忘
The PNOA’s social gathering took place beautifully at Aldergrove Blacktail Picnic Shelter on June 29, 2024. The day was perfect, featuring a clear blue sky, fluffy white clouds, a gentle breeze, delicious food, and great company. Special thanks to Roy, our dedicated planning director, and James Zhang for his hard work in filming the event….
We, the Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association, were excited to be part of a joint effort by the Friends of Garibaldi Park, the British Columbia Mountaineering Club, and Garibaldi Park rangers to spend a wonderful day trimming brushes on Diamond Head Road. From the parking lot to Red Heather, our team worked tirelessly, cutting high, low, and wide…
Our journey to Wedgemount Lake and Ice Cave on May 12, 2024, was nothing short of spectacular. Despite the challenging conditions, the breathtaking scenery and the camaraderie of our group made it an experience to remember. The Journey Begins: The hike is no small feat, covering a distance of 15.43 kilometers with an elevation gain…