Lots of new puffy white stuff in the forest, so we’ll make the most of it. You know, happy people were skiing this past week even after all that rain when Cobourg was looking a little sparse. Being further north there’s always plenty of snow in the forest and Saturday looks like the best day this weekend for weather.

So, dig out the skiis and come on out. We will probably cover between 5 and 8 km over an hour and a half. Don’t worry if you think you can’t keep up. There are no experts here, especially when Anita is leading the way. 😃

Start time: 1:00pm
Start location: Northumberland Forest, Beagle Club parking lot
Your Fearless Ski Leader: Anita Macklin
Level of Difficulty: Ummmm….easy!

Please let us know you are coming by leaving a comment. It helps us to do a little advance planning.

What better way to celebrate Groundhog Day than to get outside and see whether you can see your shadow? Colin is going to lead the group on a walk through older sections of the west end of Cobourg, followed by a coffee and social.

Date: Tuesday, February 2nd
Time: 9:30
Meeting Place: the Henley Arcade (make sure you admire the mural which includes a couple of bicycles while you are waiting)
Walk Leader: Colin Banfield
Distance: approximately 7km

The days are getting longer and the “official” start of our cycling season is just 100 days away! Okay, so it does sound like a lot, but if you wanna start getting in shape there’s no better time than now. We meet at 6:00, then head out for what sounds like a simple little walk but you will indeed get your heart rate up and burn off some winter calories. Plus, it’s just plain fun. Better than watching TV with a bag of chips.

And if that isn’t convincing enough, let us tell you that we don’t just stay on the streets…we typically head off-road at some point during the hike and discover new places that even long-time Port Hopers didn’t really know were there.

Start time: 6:00pm
Start location: Port Hope Town Hall Parking lot
Hike Leaders: Jim Berg and/or Pam Tate

Soooooo, you coming? If so, do the cool thing and leave a comment letting us know so that we can anticipate numbers.

There’s a nice group of people that enjoy a walk around Cobourg Tuesday mornings and you’ll have a good time if you can join them! Bring a little money for a coffee and social afterwards.

Date: Tuesday, January 26th
Time: 9:30
Meeting Place: Harden and Huyse, Division Street, Cobourg
Walk Leader: Bruce Bellaire

Come on out for some fresh air, exercise, and company!

Okay, so it may be a bit chilly but we at the NHCC are not wussies. Dig out those warm mitts and hats, throw on a pair of comfortable footwear and come on out for our evening hike/walk. The conversation is always great, the people even better! Honest! Bring a friend if you want.

Start time: 6:00pm
Start location: Port Hope Town Hall parking lot
Hike Leader: Jim Berg and/or Pam Tate

Roy Martin will once again lead a walk around Cobourg Tuesday morning. Following the walk, everyone is invited to retire at Harden and Huyse for a coffee and social.

Date: Tuesday, January 19th
Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: Cobourg Yacht Club parking lot
Walk Leader: Roy Martin

As long as the conditions hold out, we’ll cross country ski both days this weekend! We can decide what trails to do when we meet in the parking lot, but plan on being out for up to two hours. If anyone wants to do a shorter distance, we can factor in some drop out options.
Please note different start times for each day.

Saturday, January 16th – 2:00

Sunday, January 17th, 1:00

Meeting Location: Beagle Club parking lot, both days

Ski Coordinator: Maria Siemiaszko

Hopefully y’all got your Christmas trees down and have recovered from the holidays. Now, let’s resume those evening hikes! It’s just an urban adventure (walk) so you don’t need to be prepared to go off-road or anything. After the hike, if anyone feels like popping into a local establishment for hot chocolate we’ll do so. In case you’ve been wondering, we usually cover about 6 or 7 kms at a fairly brisk pace, so you will indeed burn some calories—especially with all those hills in Port Hope.

Start time: 6:00pm
Start location: Port Hope Town Hall parking lot
Hike leader: Jim Berg

Depending on what conditions Mother Nature will provide us, we’ll hike, snow shoe, or cross country ski in the Northumberland Forest Thursday afternoon. If it’s going to be a hike or snow shoe, we’ll do a mix of the Kinglet and Oak Ridges trails. If we’re hiking, bring icers and poles if you have any.

Just a reminder for anyone using the Beagle Club area, if there’s any trace of snow at all, stay off the cross country ski trails unless you’re on skis. Any other activity other than skiing on them wrecks the snow (no matter how little there may be!) for those who the trails are intended for during the winter.

Date: Thursday, January 14th
Time: 2:50
Meeting Place: Bowmanton Road, where the ORTA crosses it
Activity: dependent on conditions
Distance: it’ll depend on what we’re doing, but plan to be out for a couple of hours

Roy Martin will lead this Tuesday’s morning hike. It’ll traverse through New Amherst village and walk the pathway along the new parkland for about 5 kilometers in total. After the walk there will be an opportunity to enjoy a coffee and social.
Date: Tuesday, January 12th
Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: west entrance to Northumberland Mall, next to Metro
Distance: approximately 5km
Hike Leader: Roy Martin