NH2012 - Scores Online!

The NiteHike 2012 scores are now online! Click on the link in the sidebar for the Excel file.

NH2012 - Survey Time!

The followup survey for hike groups is online! It's only a few questions, and helps us figure out where we can improve Nite Hike for next year.

Go To Survey

All feedback you provide will be taken into consideration when planning begins for NiteHike 2013.

NH2012 - Important Announcement!

After NiteHike 2012 David Scherk will be stepping down as the coordinator of NiteHike. To assure the continued success of NiteHike and to assure a successful transition to new leadership, a commitment from a new coordinator or group will be necessary before September 2012. A new coordinator or group will have the full support, coaching, documentation and many of the existing staff to aid in the transition to new leadership. If you or your group are interested in leading one of Scouting's most successful events (41 years) please email us to indicate your intentions.

Background

NiteHike is an annual adventure for registered Scouts and Guides run overnight in the Metro Vancouver - Pacific Spirit Regional Park in April.

Participants test their mettle on about 27 fun and skill-testing stations designed and run by Venturers, Rangers, Rovers and Pathfinders spread throughout Pacific Spirit Park.

Usually about 800-1000 youth and leaders participate in the event, typically in teams of 4 to 7 people.

The hike runs all night and teams have to be prepared to deal with any weather conditions.

Participants should bring water, a cup and a snack. Hot chocolate and hot dogs are available at some stations on the hike. (see participant info section for more details)

NiteHike 2013 - Theme: TBA

Important notice;
Changes were instituted with NiteHike09 and are now part of NiteHike protocol;
1. Each hike group carry a cell phone. The phone number will be recorded on the hike group registration card.
2. Minimum leadership requirements may be enforced. If your hike group shows up at a station with only one leader you might be required to join with another hike group or to check out at HQ.
3. Minimum hike group size of 4 youth (+ 2 leaders) is the protocol. If you have less than 4 hikers or less than 2 leaders you should join with other groups to hike together. Groups may hike together and participate in station activities separately. You must inform the registration desk if you are hiking together with another group. Stations are organized for groups of 4-8.
4. Groups must follow the hike order that they are given to aid in tracking. In the past many groups have taken it upon themselves to “go out of order” and even to leave the designated trails. This is no longer safe and will not be tolerated.
5. We recommend that every individual carry a loud whistle to use in case of emergency.
6. Stations must have a minimum of 4 staff on duty (awake) at all times.

When is it?

7:00 PM Saturday April 27, 2013 to 6:00 AM Sunday April 28, 2013

Theme - TBA

Registration

There is no pre-registration for hikers - Cost is $9.00 Canadian, $9.00 US (subject to change). Please bring exact change.

Hike groups begin registration at 6:30 at St. Anselm's Church parking lot (due to construction). For directions to the school click here...

Registration for Station groups is at 5:30 PM sharp (same location).

YOU MUST DE-REGISTER BEFORE 6 A.M (7A.M. for stations). If you do not check out at the registration area before you leave we will assume you are lost and will send safety personnel to look for you. There is no requirement to complete the hike, you can check out anytime. Consider the possibility of leaving early when arranging transportation.

Who can participate?

Registered members of Scouts Canada, Girl Guides Canada and Boy and Girl Scouts of America (with appropriate documentation). There is no age restriction on hike groups.

Cubs - Groups with an average age of 10 years or under please ask/look for special consideration at registration to assure a great experience for younger members.

Where is it?

The hike is on the walking trails in the Metro Vancouver - Pacific Spirit Regional Park near the University of BC in Vancouver, BC.

Drop off and parking at St. Anselm's Church on the south side of University Boulevard (West 10th Ave west of Blanca). For directions to the church click here...

Additional parking is across the road at University Chapel and University Golf Club.

Trophy Updates

The NiteHike trophy has been updated. If you're group has won in the past 25 years please let us know so we can add your group name to the trophy base.

Lost and Found

All lost and Found Items can be picked up at the Vancouver Scout House after the event.