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Pretty River Valley Hike (20k, 4.5-5 km/h) (2/11/2012)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Bruce Trail, 15 Km south-west of Collingwood

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Feb 11 2012 7:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Feb 9 2012 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

All day

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Daniel Parker
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

The terrain is hilly and challenging, highest point on the Bruce Trail. There are two big ascents and descents. Distance is 20 km, pace is 4.5-5km an hour. Map 23.

As of today, there is not so much snow, snow shoes are not needed. There are bits of the trail that are icy, so icers are recommended. Hiking poles are not required, but will help. Saturday is likely to be sunny and cold, so dress appropriately.

This hike is suitable for advanced or strong intermediate hikers. It is not suitable for beginners. Hikers coming on this event are expected to have, preferably, D5 level hiking experience or minimally, D4 level experience on the hike leader's events. If it isn't obvious from your TOC record that you can do this hike, please, when registering, include some comments in the notes to convince me that you can keep up.

We will be hiking a series of loops in the Pretty River Valley Provincial Park, connecting the Main Trail, the Pretty River Side Trail, the Russ McConnell Side Trail, the Petun Side Trail, and the John Haigh Side Trail. We will pass through the Petum Conservation Area and Osler Bluff and the highest point on the Bruce trail (540m above sea level) . There are some steep ascents and descents, with great views.

Afterwards, we'll stop for refreshments at Mylar & Loreta's restaurant .

Note: Icers are mandatory on this hike. The icer is held to your boot with a set of Velcro straps, and keeps you from slipping and sliding. You can purchase good quality icers at MEC or Lee Valley Tools.

Members willing to drive will get priority on the wait list. I can take more, but I first need more drivers.

Required Items to Bring:

Lunch and snacks
1-2 litres water
Change of footwear for after the hike
Appropriate winter clothing - warm and layered, no cotton
Appropriate winter boots, preferably waterproof
Icers

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

Camera
Cell phone
Hiking poles

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Parking lot 380 km northeast of the Main Trail on Pretty River Rd.

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

292Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $75.34 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, April 29, 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: $2.00/Person.

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