The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Ski | ||||||
Event Location: | Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Sat, Feb 15 2014 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*) | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Thu, Feb 13 2014 6:00:00 PM | ||||||
Event Duration: | Approx 8 hours (including drive) | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D2: Easy to Moderate | ||||||
Event Coordinator(s): |
Christine B
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information. | ||||||
Member Cost: | $11.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below) | ||||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 18 And Older Only | ||||||
Maximum Group Size: | 12 | ||||||
Minimum Group Size: | 4 | ||||||
Number Registered So Far: | 17 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area) | ||||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | No | ||||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
This trip leaves early and returns early for a fun cross-country ski (or snow-shoe) trip to Wye Marsh, near Midland on Georgian Bay, about 1.5 hours from Toronto. The Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre has 22 Km of groomed and track-set trails X-C ski trails or 10 km of dedicated snowshoe trails. The marsh s located on 3,000 acres of wetlands, fen and forest in Midland, near Georgian Bay.It's renowned for its bird population, including a colony of trumpeter swans that stays there year round. Admission Prices Adult - $11.00 Seniors and Students (13+) - $8.50 * + HST Ski, Snowshoe & Bike rentals Cross country ski, boots and poles $15.00 Traditional wood snowshoes $5.00 Modern aluminium/plastic snowshoes $10.00 * + HST WHEN YOU SIGN UP PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN THE COMMENTS SECTION For drivers, and possible drivers… 1. How many passengers can you take with you, if you take skis and if you don’t take Skis? Also, can you take skis on roof racks? Important for people with long skis.2. Do you have winter tires? For everyone... 3. Are you taking skis up with you? Or will you rent them? 4. If you are taking your skis, how long are they? – Please estimate if you are unsure. We will leave Wye Marsh by 2 or 3 p.m. and be back at Downsview no later than 5 p.m | |||||||
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | Follow Hwy 400 north of Barrie to exit 121 (Hwy 93). Go north on Hwy 93 through Hillsdale, Orr Lake, Waverley and Wyebridge to Hwy 12. Travel east on Hwy 12 past King and William Streets and watch for the entrance signs | ||||||
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | 274Km | ||||||
Carpool Departure Time: | 8:00 AM | ||||||
Carpool Location: | Log in for location | ||||||
Carpool Directions: | Log in for directions | ||||||
Carpool Cost: | Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $70.69 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, May 19, 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. - Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@torontooutdoorclub.com. - Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Stacy, at content@torontooutdoorclub.com. | |||||||
Cost & Payment: | |||||||
Member Cost: | $11.00/Person | ||||||
Cost Includes: | Trail fees are $11 and then car pool share will be extra. For those who aren't bringing their own gear, ski rentals are $15 (skis, boots, poles) plus HST. Snowshoes are $5 for traditional wooden ones, $10 for metal, plus HST. | ||||||
Make a Payment: | Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the TOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment. | ||||||
Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?) Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person. | |||||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully! |