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Backpacker/Hiker Conditioning-Speedy Gonzales Edition (10/20/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Earl Bales Park- parking lot at 4169 Bathurst Street

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Oct 20 2008 6:10 PM (Carpool Departure: 6:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Oct 20 2008 1:30:00 PM

Event Duration:

1 Hour

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Julian L
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Speed is the name of this game this time around. Come with a lighter pack and we'll Blitz the place!

Huff Puff blow the mountain down, well sorta...we'll start small with a hill :)

Come on down and work those buns

Hikers, it's preferable you bring a pack similar in weight and size to what you would bring on a day hike.

Backpackers, in addition to the day pack specifications, you need to bring the kitchen sink and microwave and then some.

Start at the level you are comfortable with and work your way up (just remember it's supposed to be training so it ought to be a bit tougher to do). Really, really good training (good cardio) for your hikes/backpacking trips to come or just to improve your overall stamina. Better to train (aka suffer) now and enjoy the trip later!

In the span of an hour, we will complete the circuit oh, maybe about six times with a pack on. More circuits and faster if you're cheating and travelling light... As is customary, we'll head to a pub after for refreshments (beer, juice or water, it's up to you! Protein and yeast after the workout is always good for morale and is the Real reason why I do this heh) and to get to know your fellow members better (this bit is a bonus)... which makes it more fun doesn't it?

So come on by and have a great way to start the week! Chatting with your fellow club members, forgetting about starting another week, etc...

This is excellent conditioning for elevation on backpack trips...doesn't it sound like fun? It's not supposed to! But we'll suffer together and when we backpack, we'll be glad we did.

Required Items to Bring:
Hiking or running shoes Water

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Earl Bales Park located at 4169 Bathurst Street, one light south of Sheppard Avenue West.

From Wilson Station - Bathurst 160 Bus.

Sheppard Station - Sheppard 84 Bus.

Bathurst Station - Bathurst 7C Bus.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

10Km

Carpool Departure Time:

6:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $2.58 (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:

I will prefer to meet everyone at the event (Earl Bales Park-main parking lot), however at 6:00 PM I will be at the carpool location (York Mills).

I have room for up to 6 passengers in my van.

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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $1.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!