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Speyside - Thanksgiving Edition (25 KM) (10/10/2011)

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: Speyside Nature Reserve
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Oct 10 2011  10:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Oct 7 2011 11:55:00 PM
Event Duration:6-8 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Fletcher
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.
Member Cost:Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 10 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

This is a challenging 25 KM hike incorporating parts of the Bruce Trail, the Halton Hills Side Trail and the Al Shaw Side Trail.

This is an intermediate hike that involves some hills, uneven terrain and probably some muddy areas.

To come on this hike, you will need to be able to walk at a pace of 4.5-5.0 KM/H. There won't be any drop offs

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water. We will stop for breaks to enjoy the countryside, but there will not be any drop offs.

Total Distance 25 km

If you cannot walk the entire distance, please do not sign up for this hike.

We'll all meet at the park and ride area. When we decide whose vehicles will be taken, we'll drive over to the TTC lot (free on weekends) and leave any extra vehicles there.

IF YOU ARE WILLING TO DRIVE, HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN YOU TAKE? PLEASE WRITE IN THE NOTES SECTION OF THE REGISTRY

For those choosing to just meet at the event, please come on time, because we will not wait for you if you are late.


Required Items to Bring:
  • water (1-2 L)
  • LUNCH/snacks
  • good hiking shoes
  • weather appropriate clothing
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Sunscreen

Bug Repellent


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. Their a Bruce Trail markings on the back of a yellow diamond sign illustrating where the trail goes. The entrance is literally about 200 meters west of Regional Rd, 25.

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):120Km
Carpool Departure Time: 9:00 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 Saturday, April 27, 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:
  • If we are short of drivers, they will get priority on the waiting list.
  • This hike will go ahead rain or shine. If it's raining, please wear appropriate rain gear.
  • Should you cancel after the registration cut off and I am not able to replace you, you might recieve a NO SHOW, because you will be taking a spot away from someone else.

- 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!