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FAST HIKE: Earl Bales Earl Bales 14.5k (5/26/2015)

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:Urban Hike
Event Location: Outside North York Centre Subway Station - West Side of Yonge Street (Beside Starbucks)
Date(s) & Time:Tue, May 26 2015  6:30 PM
Registration Cut Off: Wed, May 20 2015 6:30:00 PM
Event Duration:about 2.5 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Arnie
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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:10
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

DISTANCE ==> 14.5 km

PACE ==> 6.5 - 7 km/h

DIFFICULTY ==> 4

WARNING !!


This event is restricted to FAST and experienced hikers who have already gone on my "FAST" or "ALMOST FAST" hikes, or similar events

WE WON'T BE WAITING FOR STRAGGLERS.

For safety, numbers will be limited. Everyone starts on the waiting list, and may be added to the event based on previous experience

The fine print

  • This D4 hike will be 14.5 km. We will maintain a fast pace of at least 6.5 km/h. (up to 7 km/h at times)
  • Please, if you sign up for this hike, ensure that you can walk at least 6.5 km/h for this distance.
  • THIS IS A FAST HIKE FOR STRONG HIKERS. IT IS NOT A CASUAL STROLL.
  • WE WILL BE WALKING VERY QUICKLY, AND WE WON'T BE WAITING FOR STRAGGLERS.

OK, now that you`ve read all the warnings, come out for a great workout!

This hike will be along a mix of pavement, gravel and dirt paths, with 3 big hills and a bunch of lesser hills. There may be a muddy section.

This will be our route:

  • Depart from North York Centre
  • West through York Cemetery
  • Do 2 full laps of Earl Bales Park
  • go thru some forest
  • End at North York Centre

For an interactive Route Map, of the map at the top of this page

enter Route # 421429 and click Load route AFTER CLICKING HERE



Required Items to Bring:
  • Good footwear
  • Weather appropriate clothing
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Water
  • Flashlight or headlight

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    We'll meet outside the Starbucks at North York Centre Subway Station. The Starbucks is located on the west of Yonge St and on the north side of Mel Lastman Square and across the street from Empress Walk Mall.

    For those driving, there's a parking lot on the North-East corner at Empress/Park Home and Yonge Street, which is three traffic lights north of Sheppard Ave. Then it's just a short walk to the Starbucks, which is located on the south-west side.

    Look for me with an ORANGE whistle on my backpack.

    MAP OF MEETING LOCATION


    View Larger Map

    PICTURE OF STARTING LOCATION


    Notes:

    This hike will go forth snow, rain or shine

    (Earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, tornadoes, general discombobulation and hurricanes may cause cancellation)

    Please arrive before the start time, we will start promptly.


    - 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!