Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville + Eldred King Woodlands (10 km @ 3.5 km/hr) - Sat, Jun 4 2016

Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville + Eldred King Woodlands (10 km @ 3.5 km/hr) (6/4/2016)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Eldred King Woodlands
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jun 4 2016  8:30 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:35 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Jun 2 2016 5:00:00 PM
Event Duration:7 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Utkarsh
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Member Cost:Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, All Ages Welcome
Maximum Group Size:8
Minimum Group Size:1
Number Registered So Far: 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
Note: Drivers will get preference on the waiting list. I'll increase the maximum number of participants as we get more drivers.

Doors Open is an annual series of events, when many sites in Ontario communities open their doors to the general public. We'll cover three such sites in Whitchurch- Stouffville, while hiking in and around the Eldred King Woodlands.

At 8:30 am, we will meet at the Don Mills Passenger Pick-up and Drop-off area. It is located near Sheppard Avenue Entrance, North side. TTC passengers can access it from inside the station (here is a map).

We will then drive to the Eldred King Woodlands. You can also meet us there, at 9:15 am.

We'll then hike to the following Doors Open sites, while traversing the Eldred King Woodlands:

Site Address Description
Holy Theotokos Convent - Joyous Light Candles 4369 Faulkner Avenue, RR 3 Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario Explore the Greek Orthodox convent's building and campus, which includes forests, small rolling hills and two natural ponds. Tour their candle-making factory, and participate in hands-on candle making.
Richmond Hill Live Steamers 15922 McCowan Road, Whitchurch- Stouffville, Ontario Explore this private collection of miniature trains and replicas of engines dating back to 1820s. Take a ride on the miniature train (yep, adults too!).
Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education Centre 16389 Highway 48, Whitchurch- Stouffville, Ontario Explore the York Region Forestry's hub for educational programming. This sustainable building creates more energy than its uses, and was created using local and recycled materials.

Map of the walk: (link)


Required Items to Bring:

Everyone:

  • Water
  • Weather appropriate clothing (current forecast: 23°C, sunny)
  • Hiking shoes

Carpool passengers:

  • Cash for the carpool cost (around $5-$8, depending on number of passengers)
  • Post-hike footwear (to help keep the cars clean)
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Camera
  • Lunch/Snacks

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

You can meet us at either of these places:

8:30 am (Meet at Carpool): Don Mills Passenger Pick-up and Drop-off area. It is located near Sheppard Avenue Entrance, North side. TTC passengers can access it from inside the station (here is a map).

9:15 am (Meet at event): Eldred King Woodlands main parking lot. Address: 16232 Ontario 48, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON. (Map)

 

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):85Km
Carpool Departure Time: 8:35 AM
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Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $21.93 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, April 28, 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:
  • This hike will go on in case of moderate rain. It'll be canceled only if a severe thunderstorm is forecast.
  • Pet owners bring their own cars (or find a driver who is OK with pets in their vehicle).

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Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

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