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Slowpoke hike: Mono Cliffs Provincial Park (5/2/2009)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Mono Cliffs Provincial Park (near Mono Centre)

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, May 2 2009 10:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Apr 30 2009 11:55:00 AM

Event Duration:

8-9 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: 16.3 km

Terrain: One steep cliff to climb and descend. Uneven, rocky terrain and rolling countryside. Some muddy areas.

Mono Cliffs Provincial Park contains some of the oldest, intact, old growth White Cedar forests in eastern North America. Research has shown that some cedars have survived on the escarpment face for over 700 years and are now the oldest living trees in Ontario. There are some great lookout points along the cliffs, so hopefully we'll have a clear day to enjoy the views.

We'll be hiking at a comfortable 3-3.5 km/h with opportunities to stop for photos. Please do not sign up for this event if you want to hike faster than this! Lunch will be somewhere along the trail.

Note: We will be leaving from Downsview at 9:00 am SHARP. Plan to be 15 minutes early to allow us to get waivers signed and carpool arrangements decided.

Required Items to Bring:
- water (2L)
- lunch/snacks
- good hiking shoes

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- raingear (if rain is forecast)
- bug spray (in case of mosquitos)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

GPS: +44° 2' 47.73", -80° 3' 43.88" Trailhead: N44.046592 W80.062190

From Downsview Station, turn left (west) onto Sheppard Ave. At Allen Rd, turn left (south). Follow Allen Rd to the 401 westbound. Take the 401 west to Hwy 410; take the 410 north to Brampton. Turn left (west) onto Mayfield Rd. Go west on Mayfield Rd to Hwy 10. Turn right (north) on Hwy 10. Follow Hwy 10 north to Mono Centre Rd (County Road 8). Turn right (east) onto Mono Centre Rd/County Rd 8 and follow it to 3rd line East. Turn left (north) onto 3rd line east and follow it until you come to the Mono Cliffs parking area on the west (left) side of the road.

View

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

184Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $47.47 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, May 11, 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:

Carpool drivers will get priority on the waiting list if we are short on drivers.
There is a small fee for parking at the Mono Cliffs lot; this will be added to the carpool cost.
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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.