Take a Hike Series

Take a Hike: Lonecone

Honouring Indigenous Peoples Day

Join us this Indigenous Peoples Day for a powerful hike up the Lone Cone Trail (on Wah-nuh-jus – Hilth-hoo-is, also known as Meares Island) to celebrate it's reopening! This special event is a collaboration with Ahous Adventures and MHSS (Maaqutusiis Hahoulthee Stewardship Society).

Details:

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Lone Cone Trail, Meares Island (Unceded traditional territory of the ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ (Ahousaht) Nation)

Departing from: Načiks (Tofino), situated within the unceded traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation.

Cost: $45 (being donated to the MHSS)

Trail Details:

Meeting Point: Ahous Adventures Dock, Tofino.

Meeting time: 8:45 AM

Water Taxi: Departs 9:00 AM, Group pickup 3:00 PM

Difficulty: Challenging, approx. 6 hours round-trip

What to Bring:

Sturdy hiking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Picnic lunch + snacks
Minimum 2 litres of water
Optional: Trekking poles (limited rentals available at Ahous Adventures office)

The Lone Cone Challenge is a steep, 6-hour return hike, offering panoramic views of Clayoquot Sound. More than just a hike, this is an opportunity for reflection, reconciliation, and community connection on the unceded traditional territory of the ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ (Ahousaht) Nation.

This is a community-first initiative. We're intentionally holding specific spots for Ahousaht community members to participate, and we encourage anyone else interested to join us to learn, share, and enjoy this beautiful territory together.

A huge thank you to Merrell Canada for proudly providing hiking shoes for Ahousaht community members, ensuring direct benefit and removing barriers to participation.

Limited spots available, open to anyone interested! All ticket proceeds will be donated to the MHSS.

Take a Hike: Intro to Overnight Hiking

We're thrilled to share highlights from our first-ever overnight Take a Hike event!

15 amazing women from Vancouver, Vancouver Island, and the Ahousaht First Nation embarked on this incredible journey. Our adventure began with a scenic boat ride from Tofino to Ahousaht territory, where a warm welcome awaited us.

The hike itself was a breathtaking 11km journey through the wilderness along the Wildside Trail on Flores Island. Huge thanks to MHSS Stewardship and Anna for their support in organizing this event!

Sunny skies and good company made for a fun and memorable hike. We enjoyed plenty of breaks, delicious snacks, and lots of laughter along the way.

The evening was truly magical. We gathered around a cozy "fire" of tea lights (thanks to Speaking of the Weather's tidal candles) and shared delicious dehydrated meals. Laughter and heartfelt conversations deepened our connections.

But the magic didn't stop there! We were treated to a stunning display of bioluminescence in the ocean, followed by a breathtaking meteor shower and even northern lights. Talk about unforgettable!

A huge thank you to the incredible team who made this event possible:

Leaders: Bryanna Bradley Photography, Mirae Campbell, and Ken Rae Dorsey

Brand support:

Keen Canada: provided hiking shoes for everyone
Mountain Hardwear: donated backpacks, sleeping bags, and tents
Rumpl: provided cozy packable blankets
Kula Cloth: created custom pee cloths for the ladies
MTWaddington's: hooked us up with Happy Yak dehydrated meals
My Human Essentials: provided deodorants
Made With Local: donated granola bars

This event held special significance for us. It all started two years ago with the very first Natural Freedom "Take a Hike" event on Blackcomb Mountain in Whistler. The energy from that day continues to inspire us to create amazing outdoor experiences for women. This overnight hike was a dream come true, and we can't wait for the next adventure!

See more amazing photos by Mirae Campbell.

Take a Hike Series by Natural Freedom

The Take a Hike events hosted by Natural Freedom is where our events have rooted from. It can be intimating going hiking and we aim to bridge that gap by creating a safe and fun experience for people to get outside and enjoy the beautiful landscapes. offering participants unforgettable outdoor experiences and opportunities to connect with nature and like-minded individuals.

Here is the list of previous Take a Hikes by Natural Freedom:

High Note Trail (August 28th 2023):

Over 25 participants gathered at the Whistler Gondola for an intermediate 9.5km hike along the High Note Trail. The day began with a warm-up session led by Greta Dopp followed by pit stops for lunch and a restorative standing stretch. Each hiker received a NF tote bag, a special item from My Human Essentials and a custom bracelet handmade by one of the hikers!

Grouse Grind Trail (July 6th 2023):

A group of 20 embarked on the challenging Grouse Grind Trail, reaching the summit of Grouse Mountain. After the hike, participants enjoyed restorative yoga led by Greta Dopp before descending via gondola.

Decker Loop (August 15th 2022):

Participants gathered at the Blackcomb Gondola for a stretch/meditation session led by Bianca Europe before tackling the intermediate 9km Overlord, Lakeside & Decker Loop hike. The event provided an opportunity for connection and exploration in the alpine of Garibaldi. This was our first ever Natural Freedom event!

Overall, the Take a Hike series has provided a platform for individuals to push their limits, unwind in nature, and forge lasting connections.

Photo from our Whistler Mountain Edition by Kiara Swartz.