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Dufferin Hi-Land, Boyne Valley Loop Hike (21k, 5 km/h) (8/4/2012)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Dufferin Hi-Land, Primrose

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Aug 4 2012 7:55 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Aug 2 2012 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

9 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:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

10 (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 21 km, pace 5 km/h. Map 20

This hike is suitable for strong intermediate or advanced hikers. It is not suitable for beginners. Hikers coming on this event are expected to have D5 level hiking experience and must be able to maintain a continuous pace of 5 km/h on challenging terrain. If it isn't obvious from your TOC record that you can do this hike, please, when registering, include some comments in the notes to convince me that you can keep up.

We'll meet at the parking lot on Prince of Wales Rd, just south of the southern end of the Prince of Wales Side Trail. We will be following the Prince of Wales Side Trail, the Primrose Loop Side Trail, the Main Trail, and the Boyne Valley Side Trail. We'll pass through steep ravines, hardwood forests, and open meadows.

After the hike, we'll go for refreshments in Primrose.

Those who are willing to drive and regular D5 hikers will have priority on the wait list.

Required Items to Bring:

Lunch and snacks
2-3 litres water
Change of footwear for after the hike

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

Whistle
Hat and sunglasses
Sun block

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Country Rd 19 (Prince of Wales Rd) Parking Lot
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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

184Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $47.47 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, April 18, 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:

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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!