Sherman and Tiffany Falls - Sat, Mar 23 2013

Sherman and Tiffany Falls (3/23/2013)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Sherman Falls, Hamilton area
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 23 2013  9:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Mar 22 2013 7:00:00 PM
Event Duration:5 hrs (15km), not including driving time.
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Jessie
Kevin J
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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:15
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 15 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
This hike will follow a scenic trail along the top of the escarpment in the Hamilton area, with a few hills and three beautiful falls.

This will be a moderate hike, and we will keep a pace that everyone is comfortable with. Please note that the distance is 15KM and we will keep an easily achievable pace of approximately 3KM/hour.

For those that are interested, we will stop at a local pub after the event for a snack and drink. This is Kevin's first event as an event coordinator so please direct all queries to him !


Required Items to Bring:
  • 1.5L of water
  • sunscreen
  • lunch and/or snack(s)
  • appropriate hiking footwear/clothing
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • camera

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:Take the 401 to the 427 South to the QEW to the 403 to Hamilton. Exit on Lincoln Alexander Parkway and keep right for Rousseaux St., Ancaster. Travel west to third light; turn right on Wilson St.E. and proceed to next light. Turn left on Montgomery Rd, travel 100 meters and then, at the STOP sign, turn right on Old Dundas Rd. Proceed to the intersection of Old Dundas Rd. and Lions Club Road (3-way Stop). Drive straight ahead and park on side of gravel road. Sherman Falls is on your left.


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    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):165Km
    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 $42.57 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, April 29, 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:
    Hike will run rain, snow or shine. Trails may be slippery if it rains, so wear appropriate footwear.
    - 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!