Join the Forever Young Hikers for a trip to the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge!
This hike is rated Easy, 4 miles loop with little elevation gain.
How to Join:
Check the City of Vancouver's Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services website for upcoming orientations.
Get your customer account barcode to unlock registration for other hikes.
Registration required HERE
The "Forever Young Hikers" in Vancouver, WA, is a popular City of Vancouver program for adults 50 and better, offering guided hikes of varying difficulty (easy to difficult) led by volunteers to keep seniors active and exploring local trails; participants need to complete a mandatory orientation and qualifier hike before joining. It's part of the city's broader "50 and Better" recreation activities, featuring trailheads throughout the region for outdoor adventure.
Adults aged 50 and over.
Hikes are rated by difficulty (miles, elevation gain) and led by trained volunteers.
Orientation Required: New members must attend an orientation and pass a qualifier hike (easy pace, specific distance/time) to prove readiness and get registered.
Logistics: Hikes typically meet at trailheads, and transportation isn't provided for most, though older Monday hikes might have van service from the Luepke Center.
Volunteer-Led: Relies on volunteer guides and drivers for its success.
Read about the program: Hikers take to trails to help stay 'Forever Young' - The Columbian