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(I've got the) Bruce Trail BLUES (#3) (8/20/2011)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Scotsdale Farm area
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Aug 20 2011  9:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Aug 11 2011 11:55:00 PM
Event Duration:6 hours (12 km)
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Stacy
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Member Cost:Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 19 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
(I've got the) Bruce Trail Blues

Note: the route and difficulty levels have changed since this hike was first posted. Please read the entire posting before signing up!

The Toronto Section of the Bruce Trail Conservancy is hosting a challenge taking place this summer and fall. There are over 62 km of side trails in the Toronto section of the Bruce trail, that's more than there is of main trail! Side trails often combine with the main trail to make loops which make great day hikes, but some of the smaller loops, and many of the "dead end" trails are sadly neglected by passing visitors. Therefore, a challenge that was hosted a decade ago is being reposted, of course, this time around, there are many new side trails that didn't exist back then!

There will be five hikes in this series. Some are loops and some are end-to-ends. Join me in one or more of these hikes as I boldly take on this challenge!

Links to the hikes are:

Hike 1 - 25.0 km (maps 11/12) (Loop)
Hike 2 - 21.0 km (map 12) (End to end)
Hike 3 - 12 km (map 13) (Loop)
Hike 4 - 21.3 km (map 13) (Loop) Postponed until further notice!
Hike 5 - 20.0 km (map 14) (Loop) Postponed until further notice!

Please note the following important details:

  • The hikes will go rain or shine.
  • Trail pace: 4.0-4.5 km / hour (dependant on trail conditions/slopes etc.)
  • Road pace: 5.0-5.5 km / hour
  • We will hike as a group
  • We will stop occasionally where signs are posted to record the sign's message/take notes and photos.
  • Proper hiking boots are mandatory
Hike 3 - Approx 12 km

This will be a loop hike.
Includes side trails: Roberts, Irwin Quarry, Maureen Smith (plus part of the Bennett Heritage)

Highlights include: 500 year old native village site, old lime kiln

We will have drinks/food at a pub in Georgetown after the hike. Please only sign up if you intend to join us.


Required Items to Bring:
1.5 L water
lunch
hiking boots
car pool money (passengers)		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
walking poles
sun screen
bug spray
wide brimmed hat
camera
whistle

How to Get There:
Event Directions:To be given to drivers at the carpool
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):116Km
Carpool Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $29.93 (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.
- Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@torontooutdoorclub.com.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Stacy, at content@torontooutdoorclub.com.

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

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