Hike for Fort Nelson Hospice returns in May

FORT NELSON, B.C. — An outdoor hiking experience benefitting the programs of Fort Nelson Hospice will return next month.

Scheduled for Thursday, May 21st, Hike For Hospice takes place over a five-kilometre hiking route, beginning and ending at the Hospice’s location at 5012 52nd Avenue West in Fort Nelson.

The Fort Nelson Hospice has been operating since 1992, and offers a variety of programs dedicated to grief and bereavement support.

Kristina Rhodenizer, the hospice’s coordinator, said the event is about raising awareness of the hospice in Fort Nelson.

“We do this annual hike for awareness through our town,” said Rhodenizer. “We take our banner and walk as a group. After the route is finished, we come back to our location and celebrate with a barbecue.”

Participants must obtain a pledge form from the hospice’s thrift store, located at 4916 50th Street in Fort Nelson. 

Attendees must collect the money and deliver it to the Hospice on May 21st.

Top pledges will receive prizes, and door prizes will be available at the event.

The 2026 Hike for Hospice happens on Thursday, May 21st, beginning at 6 p.m. 

To participate or for more information about the Fort Nelson Hospice, please call Rhodenizer at (250) 775-1457.