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Fleetwood Creek & Ken Reid Conservation Areas *HIKE & SWIM* (7/22/2007)

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 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: Pontypool and Lindsay
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Jul 22 2007  11:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:45 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Jul 19 2007 11:59:00 PM
Event Duration:6.5 hours (6+8.2km)
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Justin H
Matt E
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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:30
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 26 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Upon arrival we will split up into two groups of 15, one led by Matt and the other led by Justin.

For a change of pace and scenery, this TOC hike will move away from the Bruce Trail west of the city and explore Kawartha Lakes area scenery.

For the first of the event we will drive to the Fleetwood Creek Conservation Area, where the bulk of the hiking trails appear to be present.

From the Fleetwood Creek Natural Area website; "The Valley Trail is a 2.2km loop offering visitors two ways to enjoy the area. An observation platform offers a spectacular view of the surrounding land, while the more adventuresome can also travel down into the valley. The Forest Trail is divided into two branches. The West branch, a 3km loop, consists of a twisting path on a gradual slope leading through open meadows and forests of giant beech, maple and hemlock trees. The East trail, a 3km loop, leads through a dense cedar forest, then climbs up the valley slope. The trail continues through an open meadow, then winds back through the forest to the parking area."

For the second part of the event we will visit the Ken Reid Conservation Area. "Ken Reid offers several loop trails that lead through forests, meadows and wetlands. A favourite route includes the floating boardwalk that winds through the provincially significant MacLaren Creek Wetland bordering Sturgeen Lake." - from the website

For the third, and totally optional part of the event, swimming in Sturgeen Lake at the Ken Reid Conservation Area. Giving everyone a chance to cool down after all of our hiking.

This will be an energetically paced hike. Note: organizer Justin has not been on these trails before.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Water
  • lunch
  • appropriate clothing
  • hiking shoes or boots
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • sunblock
  • swimwear & towel
  • camera
  • insect repellent

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:Consult Conservation Areas' websites for directions.
    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):300Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 9:45 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $77.40 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, May 6, 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:
    There is Pay and Display parking to use these parks. It's on the honour system, but since we're all honourable. . . . This is in addition to the $2.00 voluntary club donation.

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    - 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!