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Labour Day Hike at Long Sault Conservation Area (9/1/2014)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

North of Bowmanville

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Sep 1 2014 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Aug 30 2014 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

7-8 hours (car pool to car pool)

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Julianne L
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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:

12 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

The Long Sault Conservation Area contains hilly, rugged, forest-covered terrain located in the middle of the Oak Ridges Moraine which was formed during the last ice age. I recently completed this hike and would consider the hike itself to be of moderate difficulty but due to the length, it will border on difficult. There are 5 loops, and we will complete them all. We will complete the 3 western loops first, and this will take us back to the parking area where we will enjoy our lunch (there is a picnic table and a large grassy area) and have opportunity to use the facilities. After lunch, we will complete the 2 eastern loops. Since I do like to run hikes that are D3 friendly, should you not be up to the challenge that day, there is an opportunity to skip 1 or both of the final 2 loops to shorten the hike and lessen the challenge. But regardless, you will be required to wait for the rest of the group to return (so perhaps bring a book and something comfortable to sit on).

We will be hiking at approximately 4.5km/hr, and we'll stick together as a group. We can break into slower and faster groups assigning a lead and a sweep, but it will be necessary to wait for everyone to group back together at all trail changes and intersections. So if you are a really fast hiker who doesn't like to wait, this is not the hike for you. The full 18km hike is suitable for intermediate and advanced hikers only. It is not suitable for beginners, unless you choose to skip the final 2 loops.

Dogs are allowed but should you wish to bring one along, you will be required to meet at the event. You must also agree to pick up after your dog and keep him/her leashed at all times.

Members willing to drive may get priority on the hike. If I have too many passengers and not enough drivers, passengers may get moved to the waiting list until a sufficient number of drivers register. As drivers are added, I will add passengers back on the list in the order they initially registered.

NO SHOWS: Anyone dropping out after the registration cutoff will receive an AUTOMATIC NO SHOW - no exceptions. Please respect the people on the waiting list and if you can't attend, remove yourself BEFORE the cutoff time to give others time to adjust their lives and join in. Thanks in advance!

Required Items to Bring:

Water (2L+)
Sunscreen (weather dependent)
Lunch/snacks
Good hiking shoes
Bug spray

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

Camera
Raingear (weather dependent)
Trekking pole(s)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Go east on Highway 401 to exit 431; go north on Regional Road 57. Turn right at Regional Road 20. Turn left at Woodley Road. Parking lot will be in front of you; overflow parking lot is on the right. Trailhead: N44.04999 W78.74187

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

160Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $41.28 (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:

There is a $5.00/car fee to park. This fee will be added to the car pool money and divided among all participants in the car pool; if you choose to meet at the event, you will need to pay this fee on your own. Please be respectful of the drivers' cars and bring a bag to store muddy footwear for the return journey - and something clean to wear on your feet for the way back.
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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!
*Note:

Hike runs if light precipitation is forecast but will be rescheduled for heavy rain; should this occur, those signed up will receive priority for the new date.