Seaton Trail Challenge (25k, 6 km/h) - Sat, Dec 10 2011

Seaton Trail Challenge (25k, 6 km/h) (12/10/2011)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Pickering
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Dec 10 2011  8:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Dec 8 2011 11:55:00 AM
Event Duration:7 hrs (including driving)
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:6
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

The terrain is variable with some hills. Length of hike is 25 km, pace is 6 km/h.

This is a challenging "in and out" hike intended to give advanced hikers a good workout. Hikers coming on this event are expected to have D5 level experience and be able to hike 6 km/h continuously over variable terrain. There will be no dropouts. Only those who meet the criteria will be allowed on the event.

The trail follows West Duffins Creek that winds through a riparian habitat, all within Pickering. You can find a map here: Seaton Trail.

Please bring a whistle

While intended as a fast hike, if trail conditions are unfavourable, we'll turn down the pace. If trail conditions are icy, icers may be required.

Note: If you come on a winter hike, you should always have a pair of icers in your pack. You won't have to use them very often, but when it is icy on the trail, you'll need them. The icer is held to your boot with a set of Velcro straps, and keeps you from slipping and sliding. You can purchase good quality icers at MEC or Lee Valley Tools (very good selection.)


Required Items to Bring:
  • Water-2 litre
  • Snacks, energy bars
  • Suitable hiking footware
  • Change of footware for after the hike
  • Whistle
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Light (just in case)
  • Cell phone
  • Icers (if trail conditions are icy)

How to Get There:
Event Directions:
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Take Brock Road north from Highway 401 and turn west on the 3rd Concession. Parking is available on the roadside, at the deadend of the road but outside the gate to the Brock West Landfill site. A large sign shows access to the trail.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):60Km
Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $15.48 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Friday, April 19, 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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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

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