A group of 10 set off to hike from Stanrock Road to the distant shores of Crotch Lake. The trail followed an ATV road and was mostly flat. Normally this would be easy hiking, but there were ice patches covered with a thin coating of snow – enough to hide the ice from view but not enough to provide any traction! We stepped gingerly, keeping to the sides of the road, and somehow managed to stay upright.
We turned right at the mining road and followed it north, enjoying fine views of Crotch Lake along the way. The road was in excellent condition and looked like it had been recently upgraded. We stopped for a snack break by the dam at the north end of the lake. We lingered there for a while, enjoying the sunshine while trying to shelter from the wind, and returned by the same route.
The day was bright and springlike, a welcome respite from the November gloom. Everyone was cheerful and enjoyed the hike. Good weather, good company, great scenery – what’s not to love!
