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HIKERS ENJOY MANNING PARK
Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists enjoyed a beautiful summer hike in Manning Park.
The Hike was principally to view the wild flowers, although past their prime, they were still a picture to behold.
Examples of wildflowers were Thread-leaved Sandwort, Mountain Hellebores, Grass of Parnassus, Asters, Fireweed, Mountain Arnica, Lupines, Western anemone (or Tow headed babies) abounded in the meadows, and the Indian Paint Brush was stunning.
We had visitors for lunch, a contingent of Canadian Grey Jays or camp robbers, flew in and came and snacked on sandwiches and fruit from extended hands.
With views of Mount Frosty and the coast mountain range in the distant, the hikers enjoyed a great hike. (Blaine and Arlene Marsel are pictured here with a grey landing on Arlene's hand).
Thanks to Joan Kelly for leading this great hike.
Next Hike is "Hole in the Wall" near the old Allenby mine site. Peter Antonick is going to lead us about two kilometers downhill to the benches to visit a fossil bed.
Bring lunch and binoculars, as fine bird viewing as well as waterfowl are in this area.
Contact Peter at (250) 295-3640 if you plan to attend this Hike and meet at the Bus Depot at 9:00 AM to co-ordinate rides.
Thanks to Elly Trepman and Kyle Williams for the great pictures
