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Seeking Adventurers for a Horseback Ride and Bruce Trail Hike! (10/9/2010)

PRE-REGISTRATION & ADVANCE PAYMENT 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.After you sign up at the bottom, you will be presented with information about how to pay. Late payments are NOT accepted for this event, in any circumstance.

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:

Overnight

Event Location:

Priceville, Ontario

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Oct 9 2010, Sun, Oct 10 2010 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 10:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Oct 1 2010 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 days

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Alison
Sandra
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Member Cost:

$74.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

For our adventure weekend, on Saturday, October 9th, we will be riding at Whinny Acres which is located near Priceville (about 2 hours from Toronto). Whinny Acres is my favorite place to ride and is known as a Horse Lovers Paradise, with a horse adventure for all levels of riders. Whether you have never been on a horse, are an experienced rider, you will be given a horse to match your riding skills along with instructions.

We will sign in by 2:30pm for the 3:00pm guided group trail ride. After the ride we will have leisure time on the grounds with a BBQ in the evening. We will have use of the Hot Tub, propane BBQ, and a fully equipped Cookhouse.

Overnight, we will be staying in Bunkies nestled in a secluded, treed area. The Bunkies are made of Cedar logs, and are insulated to keep us comfortable during our stay. Bunkies are equipped with single bunk beds and mattress only. Alternatively, you can bring your own tent. Public shower and flushed toilets are nearby.

On Sunday, October 10th, we will depart at 9:15am for a 19km hike on the Bruce Trail, near Ravenna. Note that we will hike at an average pace of around 4.5 kph, slower going up, faster coming down. The hike will also involve an end-to-end car shuttle so there can be no drop-outs. Footwear with good foot and ankle support is required; anyone showing up at the carpool on Saturday without proper footwear for Sunday's hike will not be permitted to come.

There will be a MANDATORY pre-trip meeting on Tuesday, October 5th at 7:00pm at Chalkers on Marlee Ave to discuss carpool arrangements and meals. Non-attendance will result in you being removed from the event.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: Helmets are mandatory for the entire time that we will be horseback riding. Whinny Acres will provide the safety-approved helmets - which are a TOC safety requirement; if you ride and have your own helmet, feel free to bring it. Whinny Acres requires that all participants sign a waiver.

Required Items to Bring:

Sleeping bag
Bathing suit (for the hot tub)
Personal toiletries
Towel

Gloves
Boots or shoes with a low heel
Pants (NO shorts for riding)
Water
Rain-wear

Day pack
Water - 2 litres recommended
Lunch
Snacks
Rain wear
Hiking boots with good ankle support

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

Plastic bags for hiking boots
Change of clothes for the weekend
Book
Guitar - if anyone plays, this would be a great opportunity!
Pillow

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

398Km

Carpool Departure Time:

10:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $102.68 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Tuesday, April 30, 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:

- Registration is NOT COMPLETE until you've signed up and paid by the registration cut off date. The money must be in the TOC's possession by that date. No exceptions.
- When a minimum group size appears, this is to let you know that the event will be cancelled with full refunds to those who have already paid, if the minimum number of registered participants is not met. For any events where TOC needs a minimum number of participants, there will be absolutely no refund of money if you cancel.
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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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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$74.00/Person

Cost Includes:

1 hour horseback ride
Overnight accommodation
Food for BBQ on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday
3% TOC payment surcharge

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Fri, Oct 1 2010.

Make a Payment:

Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

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:

This event will be cancelled in case of weather that threatens participant safety - human or equine. A decision will be made 36 hours before the scheduled departure time.