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Bruce Trail & Dundas Valley Conservation Area (15 KM) (3/29/2014)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.You will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the TOC.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Dundas Valley
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 29 2014  10:30 AM  (Carpool Departure: 10:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Mar 27 2014 7:00:00 PM
Event Duration:All Day
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Charlene B
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.
Member Cost:$3.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 19 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

NOTE: THE CARPOOL DEPARTURE TIME FROM ALDERSHOT GO STATION IS 10:00 AM

Dundas Valley is one of the nicest places on the Niagara Escarpment.

This is an intermediate hike that involves some hills, uneven terrain, ice, snow and probably some muddy areas. A few sections are more challenging than others.

On the trail we'll be following part of the Bruce Trail, amongst several other trails throughout the valley for an 15 KM loop.

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water. We will find a place to stop for lunch @ the halfway point, but there will not be any drop offs.

Total Distance approx 15 km and I expect to hike at least 4 km/hr

DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE WRITE IN THE NOTES SECTION, THE AMOUNT OF PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR!, or else you might be moved to the wait list until this is completed.

If you cannot walk the entire distance, please do not sign up for this hike.


Required Items to Bring:
  • ICERS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS HIKE
  • Water (1-2 L)
  • LUNCH/snacks
  • Good hiking winter boots
  • Weather appropriate clothing
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

  • Camera
  • Extra socks
  • A Smile

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Driving Directions to Aldershot GO Station:

  • Take the 403 westbound. Stay to the right as you go through Burlington. The QEW and 403 split at Brant Street. You want the 403 towards Hamilton.
  • Exit at Waterdown Road.
  • Turn left onto Waterdown Road.
  • Cross over the highway and turn right at the first set of lights you come to. The station will be on your right.
  • Turn right into the station and meet at the Station building.
  • There is no cost to park at Aldershot GO Station.

    If you're taking GO Transit

  • Aldershot GO Station is the last stop on the Lakeshore West line. Trains leave union every 30 minutes or so. Make sure you catch one that will get you to Aldershot for 10:00 am.
  • Visit www.gotransit.ca for more info on routes and schedules.

    Directions to the hike start location will be given out at the carpool.

    • Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):35Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 10:00 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $9.03 (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:
    • If we are short of drivers, they will get priority on the waiting list.
    • This hike will go ahead rain or shine. If it's raining, please wear appropriate rain gear
      - 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:$3.00/Person
    Cost Includes:

    Costs:

  • There is a fee of for parking ($10/car) that will be shared by all participants based on number of cars and number of participants...I expect roughly $3 per person, though actual cost will be determined at the end of the trip.
    • 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!
    *Note:

    Anyone cancelling after the registration cut-off may receive a no-show.