Nottawasaga Bluffs Exploration - Sun, Nov 21 2010

Nottawasaga Bluffs Exploration (11/21/2010)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Nov 21 2010 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:40 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Nov 20 2010 8:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

12 hours (~22 km)

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Andrew F
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All Ages Welcome

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Perfect hiking weather continues to chase us, hopefully it stays strong through the weekend.

This is a hike to the Nottawsaga Bluffs. I've not yet been there before, so it'll be an experience :)

I'm planning a 21.8km route at a strong average 4-4.5 kph pace or better. Note also that the terrain up this way is quite hilly - please be ready for this sort of challenge :) (Good footwear is likewise important.) This might almost be considered an 'easy D5' level hike.

There are lookouts, notable side trails (like the Keyhole trail) and points of interest ('Freedom Rock' and 'Best Caves') along the way that we'll explore as much as time permits.

This hike is a little longer from Toronto than I usually like to go, and with the reduced sunlight we'll have to leave at an early hour. We're meeting at 7:40am (People keep asking if I used to work in Abu Ghraib). What that means on a Sunday for carpool passengers is that you'll have to get to Downsview station without the use of the Subway - Buses are your friend.

That said, I'll be leaving from the west-ish side of the city, and am happy to make a few personal pick-ups on the way. If you'd benefit from my assistance in the matter, let me know... !

Required Items to Bring:

Hiking shoes/boots
1.5+ litres of water
Money for Car-pool

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Lunch / Snacks
Sunscreen
Insect Repellent
Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Google Route

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

284Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:40 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $73.27 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, April 29, 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:

Any parking or park costs will be added to the group carpool cost.
If we are short carpool drivers, those on the waiting list indicating they are willing to drive may be given priority.

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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

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