Drawn Outdoors: Hike 2

The Drawn Outdoors Hike invites participants on a relaxed hike and sketching adventure along the mossy forests and rushing waters of North Vancouver’s Lower Lynn Loop Trail. On Sunday, October 5, 2025, the group will combine gentle hiking with mindful creativity, pausing in scenic spots to capture forest textures, reflections, and layered landscapes through sketching.

No drawing experience is required. Whether new to sketching or already filling sketchbooks, attendees are encouraged to slow down, connect with nature, and express what they see in their own style.

Illustrator and artist Becky Hill will guide the outing, sharing simple techniques for portraying layered forest scenes, mood, and depth—accessible for both beginners and experienced sketchers.

Event Details
📍 Location: Lower Lynn Loop Trail, Lynn Headwaters Regional Park, North Vancouver
📆 Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
🕐 Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Hike Information
The Lower Lynn Loop Trail is a gentle 5 km forest path with about 192 m of elevation gain. Normally completed in about 1 hour 40 minutes at a steady pace, this hike will be taken more slowly to allow for sketching and close observation.

• Distance: ~5 km loop

• Elevation Gain: ~192 m

• Duration: ~1 h 40 min (not including creative stops)

• Difficulty: Easy to moderate, with some stairs, roots, and uneven ground, suitable for a community pace.

Participants are encouraged to review the trail map in advance. Trails may include uneven terrain or mud, depending on the weather. Those unsure of their ability to participate can reach out for guidance on what to expect.

Schedule

• 10:45 AM – Arrival at Lynn Headwaters Parking Lot

• 11:00 – 11:15 AM – Welcome and introductions

• 11:15 – 11:35 AM – Begin hike into the forest

• 11:35 – 12:20 PM – First sketch stop (creative warm-up, textures & forest details)

• 12:20 – 12:50 PM – Continue hiking through the loop

• 12:50 – 1:05 PM – Quick lunch/snack break

• 1:05 – 2:15 PM – Second sketch stop (longer guided session in a forest clearing)

• 2:15 – 2:40 PM – Complete loop back toward trailhead

• 2:40 – 3:00 PM – Closing reflections

(If it rains, activities will adjust under a tarp shelter.)

Provided Materials

• Sketchbook to take home

• Pencils, pens, colored pencils, crayons, and watercolors

• Tarp shelter if needed

• A welcoming, creative community of fellow nature-lovers

What to Bring

• Comfortable hiking shoes

• Weather-appropriate clothing (layers and waterproof jacket recommended)

• Backpack with snacks and water

• Packed lunch

• Optional: camp stool, mat, or hiking poles

This event runs rain or shine and will only be rescheduled in extreme weather.

Getting There

• Meeting Point: Lynn Headwaters / Norvan Falls Parking Lot, at the end of Lynn Valley Road

• By Car: Free parking is available but often fills on weekends; early arrival is recommended.

• By Transit: From Lonsdale Quay, take the Seabus and transfer to Bus #228 (Lynn Valley). Ride to the final stop (Lynn Valley Rd / Dempsey) and walk 5–10 minutes to the trailhead.

Ride sharing is encouraged. Registrants can offer or request a ride during sign-up.