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Canada Day in Boyne Valley (~21km @ ~4.5 /hr) (7/1/2019)

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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:

Shelburne, ON

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Jul 1 2019 8:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jun 28 2019 7:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

~8 hours (inc. driving)

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Bashir
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 19 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:

This is a challenging and wonderfully scenic hike with some water features.The terrain is hilly and challenging - some streams to ford, some steep hills. A combination loop and "there and back" hike, we will be following the the Main Trail a number of other side trails in Walkers Woods and Mulmur Hills. We'll pass through steep ravines, hardwood forests, open meadows, and lots of hills. Distance is 21k km, pace is 4.5 km an hour.

This hike is suitable for intermediate/advanced hikers. Hikers coming on this event are expected to have D4 level experience and be able to maintain a 4.5 km/hr pace over relentlessly hilly terrain. If you are new to TOC, pls delineate details of your past hiking experience (distance, difficulty level and when you did it) in notes.

On the way back, we'll stop for refreshments and a bite in Orangeville.

The event shows a max of 1, so everyone starts off on the wait list, passengers will be added as drivers become available. The number that we actually take is limited only by the availability of drivers. Members willing to drive, members with favourable attendance records, and members that have been on events of similar difficulty may get priority on the wait list.

Drivers: Pls mention in the notes as to how many passengers you would be able to take.

Spring Tick Warning

This year may see an increase in tick populations in Ontario so take precautions.

Wear long pants, light colour is better. Tuck your shirt into your pants, and pull your socks over your pant legs.
Use bug spray containing DEET or Icaridin to repel ticks.
Avoid tall grass.
Check yourself for ticks after the event. If you find an attached tick, remove it with tweezers. As long as the tick is attached to your skin for less than 24 hours, your chance of getting Lyme disease is negligible.

Required Items to Bring:

Good Hiking Shoes Microspikes or icers (seasonal)
water (2L)
Lunch/Snacks
Weather appropriate clothing
Carpool money

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

Change of shoes/socks after the event
Gaiters and hiking poles

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

200Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $51.60 (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:

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 involved.

Note: If you come on a winter hike, you should always have a pair of icers in your pack. You won't have to use them very often, but when it is icy on the trail, you'll need them. The icer is held to your boot with a set of Velcro straps, and keeps you from slipping and sliding. You can purchase good quality icers at MEC.

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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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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!