Join the Shuswap Trail Alliance, Shuswap Hospice and Salmon Arm Recreation on the last two fall hikes exploring trails throughout the Shuswap.
• On Sept. 28, join Shirley Bates to hike Cougar Bluffs. This is a moderate hike. Again, meet at the SASCU Recreation Centre parking lot in Salmon Arm at 8:15 a.m. for an 8:30 a.m. departure. Those in the Skimikin area can meet at Skimikin Campground at 9 a.m.
• On Oct. 5, join Phil McIntyre-Paul to hike Tuktakamin Mountain near Falkland. This is a very difficult hike and is for experienced hikers. Again, meet at the SASCU Recreation Centre parking lot in Salmon Arm at 8:15 a.m. for an 8:30 a.m. departure. Or 9 a.m. at the Falkland Community Hall on Highway 97 through town. Four-wheel-drive vehicles will be needed to carpool up to the trailhead.
The cost of each hike is $10 per individual or $25 per family. Proceeds go to the Shuswap Hospice Society and to cover the cost of insurance. For further details and to register, call the hospice office at 250-832-7099.