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Map Reading 101 (3/22/2009)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Learn

Event Location:

5150 Spectrum Way, Mississauga

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Mar 22 2009 1:30 PM (Carpool Departure: 1:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Mar 17 2009 12:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

3 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Alison
Erik S
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 14 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

18 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Ever wondered what all the symbols and colours on a map represent? Mystified how to determine where you are and how to get where you're going?

Come and learn the basics of map reading, so that the next time you're out on a TOC hike, you can confidently interpret a trail guide or map.

This introduction to map reading will cover four basic topics:

Position - where are you right now
Direction - which way are you headed
Distance - how far is your destination
Identification - what can you see around you

We won't be getting into GPS setup and interpretation, as that's a whole topic in its own right, but you should leave this session confident that you can find your current location on a map, and be able to navigate to your destination.

Required Items to Bring:

Notebook and pen/pencil

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Compass - there'll be a couple on hand but if you can borrow one, that will help
Coloured pens/pencils

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Directions for drivers:

From 401 westbound, take Martin Grove Road exit
Turn left on Martin Grove, and head south to Eglinton Ave
Turn right on Eglinton, jog to the left after about 300m, and head west under the 427
Travel about 3km and turn right at Spectrum Way
Turn left into the Hewlett-Packard building (#5150) and park near the entrance.

Walk to the entrance, where you will be met and escorted to a meeting room.

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

25Km

Carpool Departure Time:

1:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $6.45 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, May 5, 2024). This is based on $0.08/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Your event coordinator will confirm exactly how much money is required from each person.

Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in TOC events.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $1.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!