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Tuesday 15 July 2014
Donwakai is Thursday July 17th
Sunday 13 July 2014
Hike to Garlibaldi Lake on Sun, July 27th (9am-6:30pm). Rating C3
We're hiking to one of BC's most beautiful lakes – Garibaldi! This is one of the best hikes in the area. Please note that it is a long hike and only experienced hikers should come.
Hike Description:
"With turquoise colored water nestled between alpine mountains and a spectacular glacier as the backdrop, Garibaldi Lake is one of the most scenic destinations in British Columbia." - Vancouver Trails
The first 6km of the trial is a gradual uphill climb through dense forest of Douglas Fir trees. We'll then pass The Barrier (a 2km thick lava dam holding back Garibaldi Lake) and two smaller lakes before reaching majestic Garibaldi Lake. We'll relax, eat and enjoy the beautiful scenery at Garibaldi Lake before returning the way we came.
Hike Details
When: Sun, July 27th (9am~6:30 pm) (including transportation and hiking).
Where: Garibaldi Lake (Garibaldi Provincial Park - near Whistler)
Difficulty: Intermediate – Difficult (While it is not as steep as the Grouse Grind or the Squamish Chief, there is still a significant elevation gain and it is a long hike. Only fit hikers should participate.)
Time: 7 hours
Distance: 18km (return)
Elevation Gain: 820 meters
More trail info: http://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/garibaldi-lake/
http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/garibaldi/trail_report.pdf
Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D5zvAuWUvY
We will not go if the forecast calls for rain.
Meetup Location:
1) Vancouver Visitor Centre at 9am (sharp) (Corner of West Cordova Street and Burrard Street).
Or
2) White Spot Parking Lot at Park Royal Shopping Centre at 9:20am (sharp)
What to bring: *Proper* footwear (hiking boots/running shoes), a big lunch, snacks, sunscreen, camera, water (minimum 1.5L), water-repellant jacket, sweater, some cash. Extra shoes are a good idea so that you do not muddy your driver's car. Please note that the weather can change quickly and given the elevation gain, the temperature is significantly cooler near the Lake. We will not stop on the way, so participants *must* come prepared. Mokuyokai reserves the right to turn away unprepared participants.
Learn more about hiking preparedness at:
http://www.adventuresmart.ca/land/hiking.htm
Fees
Mokuyokai Members: None
Non-Members: $5
Car Pooling Fee: Please give your driver ~$10 for gas as Garibaldi Lakes is a bit of drive from Vancouver.
Car Pooling
Mokuyokai arranges car-pooling on a first come, first serve basis. For example, if someone RSVPs and can drive 3 people, the first three people who signed up get a lift.
Drivers are usually in short supply, so if you can drive, it is appreciated.
RSVP to hike@mokuyokai.bc.ca by Fri, July 25th
Please indicate:
1) Are you a Mokuyokai member?
2) Can you drive or do you need a lift?
3) Can you meet at the Vancouver Visitor Centre or at Park Royal Shopping Centre?
3) Your phone number
4) An emergency contact and emergency contact number
Mokuyokai Rating: C3
=============== Rating System ================
This rating system indicates the difficulty and time of the hike. Please note it
is just a reference and the time may differ depending on the conditions and
participant ability.
Difficulty:
A= Beginner: For everyone. A walk in the park.
B= Intermediate: For the people who occasionally play sports.
C= Strenuous: If you can do the Grouse Grind, you can do this hike.
Time:
1= less than 2 hours
2= 2 to 4 hours
3= more than 4 hours
Thursday 19 June 2014
Join us for Donwakai this Thursday, June 19th! 今週の木曜日（１９日）は呑話会！
Join us for Donwakai this Thursday, June 19th! 今週の木曜日（１９日）は呑話会！
**新しい場所！！イエールタウン ブリューイング カンパニー - 1111 Mainland Street**
The Donwakai is Mokuyokai's monthly pub night of networking, laughter and fun that brings together those who have a shared interest in Japan-Canada relations.
毎月第３木曜日に開いている集まりで、グラスを片手におしゃべりを楽しみたい人が誰でも自由に参加できます。事前申し込みは必要ありません。（注）前菜は 用意されていますが、自分でオーダーした食べ物・飲み物は各自で精算して下さい。政府発行の身分証明書が必要です（カナダの運転免許、ＢＣＩＤ、又はパス ポート) 。
At the Donwakai, you will meet approximately 100 people who have a strong connection to Japan: teachers, travellers, students, business people and others from Canada, Japan and elsewhere. You don't have to speak Japanese to attend this event, but you should have a strong interest in or connection to Japan. Most of our participants have lived or travelled in Japan at some point in their lives. We also have Japanese-only table and one English-only table if you want to practice your language skills (the rest of the tables are whatever the participants are speaking).
So if you want to network, share experiences about Japan, learn more about Mokuyokai or just meet like minded people, then don't miss this event!
The atmosphere is casual and feel free to invite a friend. The Donwakai is on the left side when you enter the Yaletown Brewing Co – come in through the main entrance on Mainland Street. In order to keep the Donwakai going strong, participants are required to order something off the menu (minimum of $5 before taxes and gratuities) but we'll still provide some appetizers.
Good news for beer lovers - Yaletown Brewing has lowered prices on all fresh beer by ONE DOLLAR for the Summer season. In addition, they offer a "Brewer's Selection" Monday-Thursday which is a beer for $6.00 (tax-in) selected by the Brewmaster to be on special. As well, on Thursdays they also offer an exclusive Cask beer for guests which is a variety not on our menu, is traditionally brewed, and once it's out, it's out.
Don't forget your ID! 身分証明書を忘れないで！
**A 15% gratuity will be automatically charged on orders so don't worry about tipping!**
**チップは含まれています！**
Details
日時: ６月１９日(木)５時半～８時半
場所: ***新しい場所***
Yaletown Brewing Co (パブの左側）
1111 Mainland St, Vancouver (HelmckenとMainlandの角)
地図: http://bit.ly/1n77Vnr
場所： Yaletown駅から徒歩２分、
So if you want to network, share experiences about Japan, learn more about Mokuyokai or just meet like minded people, then don't miss this event!
The atmosphere is casual and feel free to invite a friend. The Donwakai is on the left side when you enter the Yaletown Brewing Co – come in through the main entrance on Mainland Street. In order to keep the Donwakai going strong, participants are required to order something off the menu (minimum of $5 before taxes and gratuities) but we'll still provide some appetizers.
Good news for beer lovers - Yaletown Brewing has lowered prices on all fresh beer by ONE DOLLAR for the Summer season. In addition, they offer a "Brewer's Selection" Monday-Thursday which is a beer for $6.00 (tax-in) selected by the Brewmaster to be on special. As well, on Thursdays they also offer an exclusive Cask beer for guests which is a variety not on our menu, is traditionally brewed, and once it's out, it's out.
Don't forget your ID! 身分証明書を忘れないで！
**A 15% gratuity will be automatically charged on orders so don't worry about tipping!**
**チップは含まれています！**
Details
When: Thursday, June 19th (5:30-8:30)
Where: Yaletown Brewing Co (in the Pub - left side)
1111 Mainland St, Vancouver (corner of Helmcken & Mainland)
MAP: http://bit.ly/1n77Vnr
Location: 2 minute walk from Yaletown-Roundhouse Station (Canada
Line); OR 15 min from Granville Station
Entrance Cost: Non-Members: $5; Mokuyokai Members: Free
RSVP: Not required; just show up
ID: Required. This is a licensed establishment. If you are a Japanese
citizen, please bring your passport or BCID.
Menu: http://mjg.ca/drive/uploads/2014/04/YBC-MENU-2014.pdf
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詳細
Where: Yaletown Brewing Co (in the Pub - left side)
1111 Mainland St, Vancouver (corner of Helmcken & Mainland)
MAP: http://bit.ly/1n77Vnr
Location: 2 minute walk from Yaletown-Roundhouse Station (Canada
Line); OR 15 min from Granville Station
Entrance Cost: Non-Members: $5; Mokuyokai Members: Free
RSVP: Not required; just show up
ID: Required. This is a licensed establishment. If you are a Japanese
citizen, please bring your passport or BCID.
Menu: http://mjg.ca/drive/uploads/2014/04/YBC-MENU-2014.pdf
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詳細
日時: ６月１９日(木)５時半～８時半
場所: ***新しい場所***
Yaletown Brewing Co (パブの左側）
1111 Mainland St, Vancouver (HelmckenとMainlandの角)
地図: http://bit.ly/1n77Vnr
場所： Yaletown駅から徒歩２分、
又はGranville駅から徒歩１５分
参加費: 会員無料; 非会員５ドル
身分証明書: 必要（カナダの運転免許、ＢＣＩＤ、又はパス ポート)
メニュー: http://mjg.ca/drive/uploads/2014/04/YBC-MENU-2014.pdf
参加費: 会員無料; 非会員５ドル
身分証明書: 必要（カナダの運転免許、ＢＣＩＤ、又はパス ポート)
メニュー: http://mjg.ca/drive/uploads/2014/04/YBC-MENU-2014.pdf
Thursday 29 May 2014
June 14th World Cup Dinnerkai at Kamei Baru!
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Wednesday 14 May 2014
IMPORTANT!! VENUE CHANGE for Donwakai 呑話会 場所変更！
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Thursday 8 May 2014
Mokuyokai Bilingual Yoga Experience vol.1 on Sunday, June 1
Join us for the first Mokuyokai bilingual yoga experience with a proud Mokuyokai "yogi" member, Mari Mizobe Chu! Whether you are a complete newbie, or an experienced practitioner, you'll find fun in this special yoga class!
*No yoga gear such as a mat or blocks is needed, the studio has everything.* Just come with your smile and open mind :-) We will move to a restaurant near the studio after the yoga session and socialize over dinner. (We are thinking to go to Congee Noodle House to share some good food and good laughs!)
Date: Sunday, June 1, 3:30 - 5:00pm (Yoga session) and dinner afterwards
Venue: Three Jewels Vancouver, 9 East Broadway, Vancouver (2 block west of Main St & Broadway)
Cost: Mokuyokai Members $5(!!)/ Non-members $8(!)
RSVP: Please email to rsvp[at]mokuyokai.bc.ca by Wed, May 28. Please tell us a bit about your thoughts on this yoga event. (e.g. Experience? Language preference?)
Max # of participants: 15 people
*No yoga gear such as a mat or blocks is needed, the studio has everything.* Just come with your smile and open mind :-) We will move to a restaurant near the studio after the yoga session and socialize over dinner. (We are thinking to go to Congee Noodle House to share some good food and good laughs!)
Date: Sunday, June 1, 3:30 - 5:00pm (Yoga session) and dinner afterwards
Venue: Three Jewels Vancouver, 9 East Broadway, Vancouver (2 block west of Main St & Broadway)
Cost: Mokuyokai Members $5(!!)/ Non-members $8(!)
RSVP: Please email to rsvp[at]mokuyokai.bc.ca by Wed, May 28. Please tell us a bit about your thoughts on this yoga event. (e.g. Experience? Language preference?)
Max # of participants: 15 people
木曜会初めての試み、木曜会メンバーのMari先生とのバイリンガルヨガに参加しませんか？ヨガが初めての方も、経験豊富なyogiの方も、レベルに関係なく楽しめるヨガクラスです。＊ヨガマットやブロック等は全てスタジオにあるので、持ってくる必要はありません。笑顔と広い心だけで来てください。ヨガの後はスタジオの近くのレストランでディナーとおしゃべりを楽しみましょう。（近くのCongee Noodle Houseでおいしいごはんと笑いをシェアする予定です。）
日時: ６月１日（日曜日）午後３時３０分〜５時（ヨガクラス）その後夕食
場所: Three Jewels Vancouver, 9 East Broadway, Vancouver (Main Stから２ブロック西です)
会費: 木曜会会員 ５ドル・非会員 ８ドル
申込み: ５月２８日（水曜日）までに、rsvp[at]mokuyokai.bc.caまで。その際、ヨガの経験や希望の言語などについて少し教えてください。
定員: １５人
Donwakai is Next Week! 来週は呑話会！
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Saturday 3 May 2014
Saturday's Stawamus Chief hike has been **cancelled** due to rain
Our Stawamus Chief hike on May 3rd has been **cancelled** due to rain.
We will reschedule to a different weekend in the next couple of months. Our next hike will be the Ghost Town Hike - stay tuned for details!!
We will reschedule to a different weekend in the next couple of months. Our next hike will be the Ghost Town Hike - stay tuned for details!!
Sunday 27 April 2014
Hike to the Parkhurst Ghost Town (near Whistler) on Sun, May 11th. Rating B2.
*Update May 7th: this hike is full*
On Sunday, May 11th, we're going to a Ghost Town near Whistler! The Parkhurst Ghost Town is the remains of an old, small logging camp that started in the 1920s and continued to the 1960s. Today there is but one shack standing; the rest have fallen down but there are some old cars and other reminants. For those who don't know, it is called a Ghost Town because it is abandoned - it is not haunted.
It is a fairly easy hike to Parkhurst from a parking lot off the main highway: it is about 5km round trip and an hour each way. There are some small elevation gains and the trail is through a forest. You need good shoes, as there will likely be some muddy parts. It is also very important that participants stick together, as the trail is poorly marked at times. We may go for a meal afterwards near Whistler. You must rsvp to attend this hike.
When: Sunday, May 11th. 8:30am – 4:30pm (approximately 3-4 hours of hiking; driving time depends on traffic)
Where: Parkhurst Ghost Town (10km after Whistler)
Meetup Location: 1. Vancouver Tourism Info Center at 8:30am (sharp)
(300 Burrard Street. Corner of Burrard St. and W. Cordova St).
or
2. White Spot parking lot at Park Royale Shopping Centre at 8:50am
Cost: Members: Free, Non-Members: $5. All must pay their driver $7-$10 for gas and their time.
RSVP to Michael Marland (hike@mokuyokai.bc.ca) by Friday, May 9th (spots in cars are awarded on a first come, first serve basis).
Please indicate:
1) Are you a Mokuyokai member?
2) Can you drive or do you need a lift?
3) Do you want to meet at the Vancouver Tourism Centre or at Park Royale?
4) Your phone number
5) Emergency contact: name and phone number
Maximum number of participants: 15
More trail info:
http://whistlerhiatus.com/whistlerhikes/parkhurst-ghost-town.html
What to bring: Hiking shoes, jacket, lunch, water, camera, cash, sweater. We are not stopping for anything along the way, so come prepared! Mokuyokai reserves the right to turn away unprepared participants.
Car Pooling & Gas Fee:
We will arrange car-pooling from the Vancouver Tourism Info Centre. It works on a first come, first serve basis (i.e., if someone RSVPs and can drive 3 people, the first three people who signed up get a lift.) Drivers are usually in short supply, so if you can drive, it is appreciated. There is a bit of mud leading to the parking lot.
Cancellations:
Please try to give Mokuyokai as much time as possible if you need to cancel. Cancellations 24hrs our less before the event cause issues with car pooling. (It is Mother's Day, so please double check to make sure you are free that day.) If the forecast calls for heavy rain, we will cancel. That decision will be made the night before.
Mokuyokai Rating: B2
=====< Rating System >================
This rating system indicates the difficulty of the activity and how long it will take. Please note that this is just a reference and the time may differ depending on the condition and participant's abilities.
Difficulty:
A= Beginner: For everyone. A walk in the park.
B= Intermediate: For the people who occasionally play sports.
C= Strenuous: You regularly exercise and want a challenge.
Time (Estimation of activity time):
1= less than 2 hours
2= 2 to 4 hours
3= more than 4 hours
On Sunday, May 11th, we're going to a Ghost Town near Whistler! The Parkhurst Ghost Town is the remains of an old, small logging camp that started in the 1920s and continued to the 1960s. Today there is but one shack standing; the rest have fallen down but there are some old cars and other reminants. For those who don't know, it is called a Ghost Town because it is abandoned - it is not haunted.
It is a fairly easy hike to Parkhurst from a parking lot off the main highway: it is about 5km round trip and an hour each way. There are some small elevation gains and the trail is through a forest. You need good shoes, as there will likely be some muddy parts. It is also very important that participants stick together, as the trail is poorly marked at times. We may go for a meal afterwards near Whistler. You must rsvp to attend this hike.
When: Sunday, May 11th. 8:30am – 4:30pm (approximately 3-4 hours of hiking; driving time depends on traffic)
Where: Parkhurst Ghost Town (10km after Whistler)
Meetup Location: 1. Vancouver Tourism Info Center at 8:30am (sharp)
(300 Burrard Street. Corner of Burrard St. and W. Cordova St).
or
2. White Spot parking lot at Park Royale Shopping Centre at 8:50am
Cost: Members: Free, Non-Members: $5. All must pay their driver $7-$10 for gas and their time.
RSVP to Michael Marland (hike@mokuyokai.bc.ca) by Friday, May 9th (spots in cars are awarded on a first come, first serve basis).
Please indicate:
1) Are you a Mokuyokai member?
2) Can you drive or do you need a lift?
3) Do you want to meet at the Vancouver Tourism Centre or at Park Royale?
4) Your phone number
5) Emergency contact: name and phone number
Maximum number of participants: 15
More trail info:
http://whistlerhiatus.com/whistlerhikes/parkhurst-ghost-town.html
What to bring: Hiking shoes, jacket, lunch, water, camera, cash, sweater. We are not stopping for anything along the way, so come prepared! Mokuyokai reserves the right to turn away unprepared participants.
Car Pooling & Gas Fee:
We will arrange car-pooling from the Vancouver Tourism Info Centre. It works on a first come, first serve basis (i.e., if someone RSVPs and can drive 3 people, the first three people who signed up get a lift.) Drivers are usually in short supply, so if you can drive, it is appreciated. There is a bit of mud leading to the parking lot.
Cancellations:
Please try to give Mokuyokai as much time as possible if you need to cancel. Cancellations 24hrs our less before the event cause issues with car pooling. (It is Mother's Day, so please double check to make sure you are free that day.) If the forecast calls for heavy rain, we will cancel. That decision will be made the night before.
Mokuyokai Rating: B2
=====< Rating System >================
This rating system indicates the difficulty of the activity and how long it will take. Please note that this is just a reference and the time may differ depending on the condition and participant's abilities.
Difficulty:
A= Beginner: For everyone. A walk in the park.
B= Intermediate: For the people who occasionally play sports.
C= Strenuous: You regularly exercise and want a challenge.
Time (Estimation of activity time):
1= less than 2 hours
2= 2 to 4 hours
3= more than 4 hours
Saturday 26 April 2014
May 3rd Hiking Stawamus Chief ５月３日ハイキング： スタワマスチーフ
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