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Speyside to Limehouse (20k @ 5k/hr) (1/5/2014)

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: South-West of Georgetown
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Jan 5 2014  9:45 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:45 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jan 3 2014 11:55:00 PM
Event Duration:7 Hours (inc. driving)
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Rahul
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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: 5 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Terrain: Variable. Mix of rocky sections, forested area and fields. Length of the hike is 20 km, average pace is 5 km/h. Bruce Trail Map 12.

Route: Start @ 11.2 on main trail. Follow main trail north till 20.8. Lunch near “Hole in the Wall”. Return by side trails (Black Creek, Speyside north & south) that branch off and reconnect with the main trail.

This hike is suitable for experienced intermediate or advanced hikers. Hikers coming on this event should have D4 level experience. This means previous experience of 15 - 20 km hikes and an average pace of 5 km/hr. If you don't have a history with the TOC, please include some comments in the notes about your hiking experience.

Those willing to drive (mention # of passengers) and regular hikers will be given preference on the waiting list.



Required Items to Bring:
  • Good Hiking Shoes
  • water (2L)
  • Lunch/Snacks
  • Weather appropriate clothing (layers)
  • Carpool money
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Icers
  • Change of shoes/socks after the event
  • Gaiters

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Event Directions: Leaving Downsview - take the Allen Road south to the 401.

-Travel west along the 401 to Regional Rd 25. Travel, which is approximately 42 km. Regional Rd 25 is exit #320

Travel north on Regional Rd 25 for approximately 7.8, until you reach regional road 15. NOTE: It should be the fifth traffic light north of the 401.

Turn left onto Regional Rd 15.

LOOK FOR PARKING LOT ON LEFT. There is a Bruce Trail markings on the back of a yellow diamond sign illustrating where the trail goes. The entrance is literally 200 meters west of Regional Rd, 25.

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):120Km
Carpool Departure Time: 9:45 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $30.96 (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:

Carpool cost is the vehicle expense. It’s not cost per person. Per person will be much lower depending on the # of vehicles and people travelling.


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- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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- 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!