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GOOD FRIDAY HIKE: KENNISIS RIVER (16km) (4/22/2011)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kennisis River, Ontario - near Carnarvon

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Apr 22 2011 8:45 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:45 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Apr 19 2011 11:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

10-11 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Caroline
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

KENNISIS RIVER - GOOD FRIDAY HIKE

There are some terrific hiking trails in the Halibuton Highlands, just south of Algonquin Park. Time permitting, we will hike the Circuits of Five Lookouts trail, the Crests of Kennisis trail, and the Log Chute trail along the Kennisis River. Trails will be muddy and depending on the weather we may have a couple of streams to cross so be prepared to get your feet wet! We will be hiking at 4 km/hr.

Dogs are welcome and must be on a leash on the trails.

DESCRIPTION: The Circuit of 5 Viewpoints is a challenging traverse from the moment you leave the trailhead. Hikers ascend a gentle rise along the stony backbone of a classic Canadian Shield ridge, a route designed for both scenic value and minimal environmental impact. Along the way you will pass under a canopy of maple, ash, ironwood, cherry, white pine and hemlock.

The Crests of Kennisis trail begins by crossing over the Hawk Lake Dam and climbing atop the river gorge as the name suggests, this trail follows a towering ridgeline, providing stunning cliff top views of Kennisis River along the way.

Photo source Flickr.com by Bill Barber

Required Items to Bring:
Sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing appropriate for spring hiking, gaiters, extra socks
2 litres of water, lunch and trail snacks
Rain gear
Sunscreen, first aid kit
Two plastic garbage bags – one for storing and packing out garbage, the other for your hiking shoes when you return to the carpool. If you are a passenger in a carpool, please do not leave anything – including mud! – in the car

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Contact volunteer coordinator

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

410Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:45 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $105.78 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, April 28, 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:

- 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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Cost Includes:

The carpool costs, parking fees and Go Transit fare will be in addition to this estimate.

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

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