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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Our first Intro to Bikepacking event, led by Clover June and Ruby Wood on July 16th - 17th. Sponsored by: MEC with goodies from HMPL, C&L Cycle!
Event Summary:
Join us for an exciting Introduction to Overnight Bikepacking, a fun adventure specifically for beginners! This two-day, one-night trip will take us from MEC in Victoria to the scenic Sooke Potholes Campground, covering 55km one-way on mostly flat, straight bike paths. Get ready to challenge yourself, enjoy beautiful scenery, and experience the thrill of a bikepacking trip in a small intimate group setting.
Dates: Wednesday July 16th - Thursday July 17th
Location: Victoria MEC to Sooke Potholes
Meet time: 9am at Victoria MEC
Led by: Clover June & Ruby Wood
Cost: $300
What to Expect:
This is a no-drop ride! We're all a team :)
1st stop: Taylor Beach for lunch and swim (guests bring their own food)
2nd stop: Sooke: Bike Shack, Seek n Surf, Brewery for a cold one and a local stop before the last 12KM.
3rd stop: Arrival at Camp: We'll aim to arrive at Sooke Potholes Campground between 4:00 - 5:00pm ish, giving us plenty of time to settle in.
(we will stay together as a group so of course if we have to stop more we will)
Midway stop: My Chosen Cafe in Metchosin. Small ride on the road into town. Taylor beach is close by if we want a swim.
Tacofino Aprés! We will end our ride at Tacofino in Victoria with meals provided :)
*Guests can go at their own pace if they need to go back to Victoria they can zoom back on the Goose! Otherwise we will plan to be back in Victoria before 5pm.*
After signing up, you'll fill out a Google form to help with planning. This event is open to women and non-binary folks, and spots are very limited. We are beyond excited for this adventure!
Purpose: To equip participants with the knowledge and preparation needed for confident overnight bikepacking.
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