Slowpoke hike: Boyne River Valley and Primrose - Sat, Jun 6 2009

Slowpoke hike: Boyne River Valley and Primrose (6/6/2009)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Boyne River Valley (near Primrose)

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jun 6 2009 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:50 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Jun 4 2009 6:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

approx. 9 hours (including drive time)

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Jo
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Distance: 14 km
Terrain: hilly (one steep climb), mix of rocky and rolling terrain, last part is along busy roadway.

This will be a loop hike, starting just north of the village of Primrose and mostly on the main Bruce Trail and sidetrails. Be forewarned that on our return we must walk about three-quarters of a kilometre along busy Highway 89. However, according to Toronto Hiking.com, "the main attractions more than make up for this: Murphy's Pinnacle -a grassy hill providing a great view of the surrounding countryside; and the outstanding narrow verdant valley of the Boyne River."

A "slowpoke hike" basically just means that our goal is not speed; we will pace ourselves according to the slowest hikers (usually 3-3.5km/h). We will also allow stops for photos, etc. and will have a 20-30 minute lunch break along the trail.

Required Items to Bring:
- Good hiking shoes
- Water (2L+)
- Lunch/snacks

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Raingear (if rain is forecast)
- Camera
- Sunscreen/hat
- Insect repellent

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

GPS: N44.099996 W080.137482

From Downsview Station:
1. Turn left onto Allen Rd from Sheppard Ave W. Take Allen Rd south to Hwy 401 westbound.
2. Follow Hwy 401 west to Hwy 410. Take Hwy 410 north to Brampton.
3. Hwy 410 ends at Mayfield Rd. Turn left (west) on Mayfield Rd. and follow it to Hwy 10.
4. Turn right (north) on Hwy 10. Take Hwy 10 north to the village of Primrose at Hwys 10 and 89.
5. Hwy 10 will turn west towards Shelburne. DO NOT FOLLOW IT. Instead, continue north on 1st Line West/Prince of Wales Drive. The trailhead is 1.6 km north of the village of Primrose. Just past a bridge over the Boyne River, there is a small parking lot on your right. We will meet here to begin the hike.

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

190Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:50 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $49.02 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, November 3, 2025). 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:

Carpool drivers will have priority on the waiting list if we are short of drivers.
- 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!
*Note: Hike will run rain or shine. Please come prepared for the weather!