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Rivers Trail to the West Beaches Hike

Ramble On Posted on 2025-12-26 by D. Smith2025-12-20

In shoulder season when hiking conditions are variable and hard-to-predict, its nice to have a few routes that are reliable.    One of these is the Rivers Trail, starting at Aviation Way.    The trail follows the top of the dike.    The dike has compacted gravels so it drains well.    It can be snowy or even icy, but it is rarely muddy (except in … Continue reading →

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Rabbit Island in Late Winter

Ramble On Posted on 2025-02-28 by D. Smith2025-08-09

For many years I have been hiking Rabbit Island in early March from McArthur Island.    Sometimes there is some ice to cross and there is a cold water river channel to cross.    The narrowest part of the channel is about 11m across and the moving water comes just above the knee.    I use a dry suit and boots, then I change on the … Continue reading →

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