Family Walks and Hikes is an exciting new series of books written specifically for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. These accurate, attractive guides feature expertly curated routes, informative maps, and colour photographs. The Lower Mainland's first entry in the series introduces readers to a wide range of trails that North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and the Howe Sound Islands have to offer. With routes ranging from neighbourhood walks to backcountry adventures to rugged mountain vistas, Family Walks and Hikes of Greater Vancouver's North Shore has something for everyone. Trails include: Mount Artaban; Kennedy Falls/Big Cedar; Lynn Canyon Park; Whyte Lake; Goat Ridge; De Pencier Bluffs; Lower MacKay Creek; Mount Seymour; Yew Lake; Eagle Bluffs; Hollyburn Mountain; Goat Mountain; Maplewood Flats; Lighthouse Park and Cypress Falls. Ranging from charmingly easy to moderately challenging, all of these hikes are accessible from reliable roads and popular staging areas. In addition, each hike is accompanied by a clear, colourful map, step by step directions, and full-colour photographs. Each route includes: detailed directions to trailheads; colour maps and photographs; seasonal information; round-trip distances; trail commentary and difficulty ratings.
Harry Crerar has won the Harry Quaich for baggers younger than 16 in the Bagger Challenge every year of its existence. He has climbed most of the North Shore peaks. He loves travel and adventures, whether hiking, on skis or in a kayak or canoe. He, along with David Crerar and Bill Maurer, is a co-author of the bestselling guidebook The Glorious Mountains of Vancouver's North Shore: A Peakbagger's Guide. He lives in North Vancouver.
