Kelowna Killer Beez

On Saturday, November 23rd, we will be hiking the Glenmore Highlands, lead by Linda McGregor.   The hike will start at 10 AM sharp at the end of Crosby Road in Glenmore.  Click here for a map showing the trail head, where parking is available.  Click here for a map showing the various Glenmore Highlands trails.

Come out and enjoy some great scenery in Linda’s back yard.

Get ready to PARTY !! 

Many thanks to  Rory and Janis, who have once again offered the use of their lovely home for our Christmas Party.  I guess the damage from the last Beez event was not too severe.  The party will take place on Wednesday, December 18th and start at 5:30 PM.  As per usual, please bring an appy or dessert item along with your choice of beverage.

It’s rumoured that Larry and The Geezers will be performing.

Please RSVP to meldsaari@gmail.com by November 30th latest and you will receive the party address by return email.

Registrations for the Comox Valley Group Ride scheduled for July 27th – 30th, 2025, have reached the maximum of 20 riders for this event.  Any new registrations will be placed on a wait list.

Following is a list of the proposed routes.  Further details will be provided in a future post.

–       Day 1:  Comox Valley Scenic Loop 

–       Day 2:  Denman/Hornby Island

–       Day 3:  Miracle Beach / Country Roads

A list of riders will be emailed to those participating.

Thanks to Mary and Dale for organizing this event.  It will be the highlight of the Killer Beez 2025 cycling season.

This Saturday, November 16th, we will be hiking Goats Peak Regional Park in West Kelowna.  The hike will start at 10 AM sharp from the trail head on Whitworth Rd. West.  Click here for the trail head location.

The hike will proceed rain or shine.  Be prepared for steep and possibly slippery conditions.  The fabulous view from the top is worth it.

This Saturday, November 9th, we will be hiking the Lebanon Creek trail.  Although challenging because of it’s steepness, it’s a favourite of many of the Beez due to it’s varied terrain and spectacular views.  The hike will start from the Lebanon Creek Regional Park parking lot at 10 AM sharp.  Click here for the trail head location.  More information on the trail can be accessed by clicking here.

The hike will proceed rain or shine so dress accordingly.

We’re going to have another go at the Mount Baldy hike this Saturday, November 2nd.  Kirk was the only hiker that showed up when this event was scheduled a couple of weeks ago.  Joyce was out of town for the last Mount Baldy hike but promised she will be out for this one and so will Angus.  Angus is heading south for the winter next week so this will be the last opportunity to connect with him until next spring.

The hike will start at 10 AM sharp from Glacier Court where parking is available.  Click here for the starting point.

Click here for the AllTrails description of Mount Baldy.  The total length of our route is  approximately 7.5 km. 

This Saturday, October 26th,  we will be hiking the trails at Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park (also known as Crawford, South Slopes, etc.).  The hike will start from the main parking lot on Stewart Road East at 10 AM sharp.

Click here for more information on Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park.

Many thanks to Mary and Dale for planning a 3 day group ride in the beautiful Comox Valley for the Killer Beez.  This event is scheduled for July 27th – 30th, 2025.  A detailed description including accommodation is attached for your information.

KILLER BEEZ COMOX VALLEY RIDE 2025.docx

If you are interested in participating in this event please email Mary at mkbdance@telus.net by October 31st, latest.  The maximum number of riders is set at 20.

On Saturday, October 12th we will hike Mount Baldy in Kelowna.  This is a hike many of us have done before and offers great views of Kelowna and the Glenmore valley.  It’s also considerably less adventurous than last Saturday’s hike.

The hike will start at 10 AM sharp from Glacier Court where parking is available.  Click here for the starting point.

Click here for the AllTrails description of Mount Baldy.  The total length of our route is  approximately 7.5 km.  A gpx file is available for those that wish it.

On Saturday, October 5th we will hike Black Mountain Regional Park.  This park offers trails through the endangered grasslands on the slopes of Black Mountain and has spectacular views of Kelowna and Okanagan Lake. 

The hike will start at 10 AM sharp from the new Joe Riche Road trail head where there is ample parking available.  Click here for a map of the starting location.  Previously we have started from the Swainson Road trail head so this will offer a new experience.