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Hockley Valley Loop (23km, 4.5-5 km/h) (7/23/2011)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Hockley Valley Provincial Park/Bruce Trail

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 23 2011 8:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Jul 21 2011 12:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

6 hr (23 km)

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Daniel Parker
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

The terrain is hilly and challenging. Length of hike is 23 km, pace 4.5-5 km/h.

We will follow the main Bruce Trail and the Hockley Heights side trail to complete a loop through the beautiful and hilly Hockley Valley area. Total ascent is over 1000 meters up and down valleys. Highights are the "three sisters".

This hike is suitable for strong intermediate or advanced hikers.Hikers coming on this event are expected to have previous D4 or D5 level experience. If you don't have a history with the TOC, please include some comments in the notes about your hiking experience.

Members willing to drive will get first priority on the wait list.

Required Items to Bring:

Hiking shoes/boots
4+ litres of water
Lunch / Snacks
Sunscreen
Insect Repellent
Weather appropriate technical clothing
Money for Car-pool

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

157Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $40.51 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Wednesday, April 24, 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:

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.

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