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The McCall Hiking Club was founded in 2003 to explore and enjoy the magnificent country surrounding McCall, Idaho, in the heart of central Idaho. We seek to educate ourselves and the public about the availability and nature of these great hiking trails and to share information concerning the history, flora, and fauna of the area.
*In 2009, McCall Hiking Club members hiked 222 miles on 32 hikes,* *gained over 35.676 feet in altitude,* *and reached 31 lakes in the McCall area.* *The club continues to add kayaking, snowshoe and cross country skiing activities.* *We also hold winter and summer social events,* *including a boat social on the North shore of Payette Lake.* *Membership grew dramatically in 2009 to 135,* *but hike groups were kept small by splitting into multiple groups.* *Due to members' interest in the McCall Farmer's Market* *(held on Wednesdays and Saturdays),* *the Wednesday hikes were moved to Tuesday.* *The 2010 hikes will begin in June.*
McCall is surrounded by forests, lakes and wilderness that is generally easy to access. The Payette National Forest is east and west of McCall, and the Boise National Forest is south of the Payette. Adjacent or near to these areas are the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, Hell's Canyon National Recreation Area, and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, just to name a few of the more well-known areas. With over 20 million national forest acres aggregating almost 40% of Idaho, third in acreage only to California and Alaska, central Idaho offers a tremendous opportunity to outdoor enthusiasts.
The McCall Hiking Club is a not-for-profit club, founded by members who share similar interests in the great Idaho outdoors. Today, we are about 135 members small and we welcome new members!
"Hiking is a metaphor for life: we climb our inner mountains and seek quiet meadows within our souls. I started the hiking club because I love to hike and my husband would rather play golf. I didn’t want to hike alone. Enjoying my fellow hikers is a big part of the picture. In the mountains I summon peace and a quiet beauty. A friend once said, “Trails are like a collection of recipes that only nourish when acted on; they are meant to be walked, not merely acknowledged.” By trail’s end I feel I have accomplished something of real value while participating in an activity free from pretense. Reach beyond your daily routine and enjoy our club." Past-President and Club Founder, Susan Waters Join us for a hike or two to see if you'd like to become a member! Membership includes an e-newsletter, events and outdoor fun with friends. "Every trail has a personality"