45. WHITETAIL NATURE RESERVE & MONO CLIFFS (20.5 KM) - Sat, Apr 22 2023

45. WHITETAIL NATURE RESERVE & MONO CLIFFS (20.5 KM) (4/22/2023)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: 327418 Dunby Rd, Mono
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Apr 22 2023  10:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Apr 21 2023 11:55:00 AM
Event Duration:less than 6.5 hours and then 1.5 hours for the carpool
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Fletcher
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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:18
Minimum Group Size:1
Number Registered So Far: 17 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

By signing up for this event, you agree to, and acknowledge, the following:

  1. Should this event involve a car pool, you will wear a face mask at all times when inside a vehicle

EVENT DETAILS

THE CARPOOL LEAVES SHEPPARD WEST STATION at 8:30 AM

So, I've led a hike through Mono Cliffs Provincial Park 7 times in my TOC career.
However, this is a brand new route including the new section of trail through the Whitetail Refuge Nature Reserve, which joined the Bruce Trail in July 2022.

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water.
My diabolical plan is to stop for lunch at the viewing platform, located about 10.5 KM into the hike.

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

    EVENT STATS
  • Distance: 20.5 KM
  • Terrain: Single track dirt, some rocky sections & wide gravel trails
  • Trail vs Road: 18 km vs 2 km
  • Elevation Range: 100 meters
  • Challenging Climbs of Note: 6 climbs of at least 25 meters, 4 of which are at least 50 meters.
  • Largest Climb: 65 meters
  • Washrooms: Yes, there will be a washroom located about 8.5 KM into the hike.
  • Highlights: 'Lookout' & 'Jacob's Ladder'

Those willing to drive, will get first priority on the wait list, should they be needed.
DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE ANSWER THE CARPOOL QUESTION REGARDING THE AMOUNT OF PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR!!!

For those of you choosing to meet at the event location, instead of the carpool, please ensure that you come on time

I've set the maximum event count at 1 as I don’t want to add anyone to the event until I have enough carpool drivers to accommodate passengers.
I will try accommodate up to 20 people.

PLEASE NOTE THAT LINE 1 IS CLOSED BETWEEN ST CLAIR TO YORK MILLS STATION THIS WEEKEND

I usually carry a pair of icers with me from the first snowfall of the year until the end of April, so I recommend having a pair in your pack to deal with any potential ice.
You can find the pair I use, 'here from Amazon'.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Mask or face covering for carpool
  • hiking boots or hiking shoes
  • 2L of water
  • snacks and lunch
  • weather appropriate clothing
  • $8.00 to $20.00 to cover the cost of the carpool for passengers
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • A smile
  • First Aid Kit
  • Whistle
  • Change of clothes and/or footwear for post hike
  • Icers or traction devices
  • $20 for your 2023 TOC Badge

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Approx address: 327060 Dunby Rd, Mono - 44°00'23.2"N 80°03'33.8"W

    Please note that my event directions are from SHEPPARD WEST STATION.
    To change the map to options that better suit you, please click "MORE OPTIONS" link the 'Driving Directions' map (below) and then you can add your own address into the search.

    • Leaving Sheppard West - take the Allen Road south to the 401.
    • Travel west along Highway 401 to Highway 410 (15 KM)
    • Merge with Highway 410 and follow it North for approx. 78 km (NOTE: HWY 410 will eventually turn into HWY 10)
    • Turn right (EAST) at RR 8 Mono Centre Road for 4 KM.
    • Turn right onto Sideroad 15 and then immediately right again (SOUTH) onto 2 Line E for 600 Meters.
    • Turn left onto Dunby Road (East) for 600 meters and side road parking will be located on the right.

    POTENTIAL WASHROOM STOP
    The closest washroom to the start point is a Tim Hortons located in Orangeville at the corner of Highway 10 @ 5th Ave.
    To Access: Turn left at 5th Avenue and the Tim Hortons will be immediately to your right.

    INTERACTIVE DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS
    By clicking on the blue writing below that reads "MORE OPTIONS" , you can input your own location into google maps and then use the directions provided to get to the location in the easiest way possible.

    MAP OF PARKING AREA

    PICTURE OF MEETING LOCATION

    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):150Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $38.70 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, November 21, 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:

    Please ensure that you check the 'TTC service updates website' for any potential closures.

    Please arrive on time, I will turn off my cell phone once the hike begins.


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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!