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ORMT - Part 1 Glen Haffy to Palgrave about 16 km (1/28/2017)

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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:

Glen Haffy to Palgrave

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jan 28 2017 9:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Jan 25 2017 12:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

All Day

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Galina S
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

NOTE: If you sign up for this hike or to its waiting list, please REMEMBER that if your plans change and you can no longer attend, to promptly remove yourself off the attendance/waiting list. This would allow someone who may be waiting, the opportunity to take your spot or to move up the waiting list. Thank you for your consideration.

BACKGROUND: Oak Ridges Moraine is about a 200 km ridge of land between Niagara Escarpment and Trent River watershed created by retreating glaciers about 10,000 to 12,000 years ago. The Moraine is now a mix of natural areas, such wetlands, forests, kettle lakes, as well as, man-made habitats, such as towns, farm lands and roads. The Oak Ridges Moraine Trail (ORMT) is a green corridor across the Moraine but since only about 25% of the Moraine remains forested, a significant length of the trail passes on the country roads.

Those who want to join me on any of the sections as I hike across the Moraine, should be prepared for road hiking. My plan is to explore ORMT, its side trails, nearby conservation/forest areas and visit any local or historical landmarks along the way.

HIKE DETAILS: For this first hike, we will start our hike at the Western terminus of the ORMT at Glen Haffy Conservation, where ORMT meets the Bruce Trail, and hike 10 km east to Palgrave Forest and Wilderness Area. While there are some country road sections, most of the hike will be on Toronto Region Conservation Authority lands (woodlands and fields). Once in the Palgrave Forest, we will hike additional 4-5 km on ORMT side trail within the Forest. There are bigger hills at the beginning of the hike with more of the rolling hill terrain for the remainder of the route.

Objective is to enjoy the nature, fill our lungs with clean, crisp air, while enjoying the snow covered landscapes, etc. You need to have ICERS with you on this hike. Hiking boots are a must. Gaiters and/or snow shoes would be useful for deep snow. Hiking pace around 3.5 km/hr depending on trail conditions.

We will hike as a group, and thus, wait as necessary for everyone. I am a slow hiker, pausing frequently to take photos so If you think you'll have uncontrollable urges to be constantly on the move or to sprint ahead, this is NOT an event for you. Speedsters will be put at the back of the line.

Please ensure you can hike the distance over the rocky, hilly and uneven terrain, over the deep snow or on icy trails (icers/crampons are required), and at the specified pace BEFORE you sign up.

This hike involves a car shuttle, hike will be modified or postponed if not enough drivers sign up. Also, additional participants will be added as space permits.

If you're travelling by TTC to the carpool location, you're responsible for taking into consideration the TTC schedule, any service disruptions, etc in order to arrive on time. Also note, we will meet at the Passenger Pick Up location that's off Subway Crescent (not any other place at Kipling station.. ask TTC staff if you're not sure and need direction. We will hike snow or shine.

Required Items to Bring:

Hiking boots
Icers/Crampons/Snow Shoes
Appropriate clothing.
Lunch
enough water

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

Camera
Hiking poles

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

will be provided to the carpool drivers

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

118Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $30.44 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Tuesday, April 16, 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.
- 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!
*Note:

Event may be cancelled if there are weather advisories, watches or warnings. Route may also be shortened or an alternate route taken depending on trail conditions