Regarding Covid-19: Due to the numbers placed on gathering restrictions, we need your cooperation in only signing up for events that you can truly commit to attending. 

Masks are mandatory when gathering at the beginning and end of our events. Additionally, we strongly recommend masks be worn during the activity (but are not required as long as physical distance is being maintained) - if group members are closer than 6 feet apart they MUST wear a mask covering their mouth and nose. Please review our full Covid-19 policy and safety practices here. 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: BY MIDNIGHT, TWO DAYS BEFORE THE EVENT (APRIL 4)

PLEASE READ THE REQUIREMENTS AND ALL DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO REGISTRATION

Happy Trails Hikes are about movement, connection, and getting out on to the trails in or around Winnipeg during the week. This series of hikes, happening on select weeknight evenings is open to all levels and is designed to connect with like-minded individuals from the Backcountry Women community.

Theme: In line with our dedication to environmental responsibility and Leave No Trace, we will clean the trail with removal of any garbage during this hike. You are encouraged to bring a garbage bag to collect trash along the trail. 

Event leader: Brittany Thiessen and Chelsea Owasi Click for more information

Arrival Time: by 6:45 PM. We will begin the hike no later than 7:00 PM. The time arranged allows for you to have time to attend to personal needs such as organizing your gear and for the leaders to share information with the group. 

Location: McBeth Park. Parking is located at the end of McBeth Street. Click here to view trail details. 

Backcountry Women acknowledges that this hike will take place on Treaty 1 Territory

Overall Difficulty Rating: due to the factors mentioned below, this activity is rated a 1/5.

This rating is subject to change based on prevailing conditions at the time of the activity, including but not limited to weather.

Duration/Distance: The walk will be approximately 1 to 1.5 hours in length. The trail distance is 4 km total. 

Experience: Be comfortable hiking in the dark and have a light source with you to use if / when needed. You should have the ability to walk with the group (while physically distancing) at a slow to moderate pace for the duration of the activity and come to the activity with appropriate outerwear and layers. 

Terrain: The trail is mostly gravel and the terrain is flat. It starts by following through McBeth Park and then going alongside the Red River. Be prepared for potential snow, slush, and mud. 

Pace: This activity will be at a slow to moderate pace.

Reach out to Brittany if you are interested in bringing your dog. Please review dog policy here.

Further details will be provided to registered participants. Participants are responsible for having a valid e-mail address, communicating with the event organizer regarding any changes in attendance, and for checking e-mail prior to an event.

This event allows cancellation no less than 3 days before start of event. If you are no longer able to attend, please see our Cancellation Policy.