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Forks of the Credit Provincial Park in Caledon (10/25/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Forks of the Credit Provincial Park in Caledon

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Oct 25 2008 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Oct 24 2008 10:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

6 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Sue
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Member Cost:

$10.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

We will leave Downsview Subway Station at 8:30am. It is approx 55km - 1 hour drive. Estimated time back in toronto is 5-6pm.

Forks of the Credit Provincial Park is part of the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve. The park features the excitement of the Credit River, as it narrows and rushes through a deep gorge, plunging over a falls. Geological features that were deposited or carved out by retreating glaciers,such as kame hills and kettle lakes, surround the river. Trails also lead to picturesques Belfountain Conservation Area.

This hke covers varied terrain: flat meadows, rolling hills, steep climbs, roadwalk, staircases! It is suitable for different levels of fitness as there is at least one drop-out point (2.5) but keep in mind the terrain.

Optional social outing afterward: Ice cream in Belfountain and/or pub stop in Georgetown

Required Items to Bring:

water 1-2L
hiking boots preferred but good runners are ok.
packed lunch and snacks
rain gear if applicable
day pack

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

sunglasses
hat
camera
gloves if the weather has already turned chilly

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take 401 WEST to 427 or 410 or Hwy 10(Hurontario) Go NORTH on 427 or 410 to Brampton, eventually making a LEFT and heading to Hurontario St. Go North on Hurontario to Charleston Side Rd. in Caledon Make LEFT on Charleston Side Rd.(5 mins drive). Look for Park Sign Make LEFT on McLaren Road(a few mins drive). Park is on your RIGHT.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

220Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $56.76 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Friday, May 10, 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:

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$10.00/Person

Cost Includes:

$11.00/car: Park entrance Fee
car pool cost

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!