THANKSGIVING: 81. KIMBERLY FOREST (12 KM) - Mon, Oct 9 2023

THANKSGIVING: 81. KIMBERLY FOREST (12 KM) (10/9/2023)

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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:

Wodehouse Karst Management Area- 155380 7th Line, Markdale

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Oct 9 2023 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:45 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Oct 8 2023 6:25:00 AM

Event Duration:

less than 4 hours (plus 2.25 hr carpool each way)

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

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:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

THE CARPOOL LEAVES SHEPPARD WEST SUBWAY STATION AT 7:45 AM

Oh Beaver Valley. Genuinely one of my favorite places to hike in the falls.
It often brings an amazing challenge, but at this time of the year, the fall colours can be spectacular.

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water.
In terms of lunch, I hope to stop overlooking the valley around the 7 KM mark or so.

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

EVENT STATS

Distance: 12 KM
Terrain: Primarily single track dirt trails, some grassy fields and a few dirt roads - Rocky in a a few sections
Trail vs Road: 10 km vs 1.5 km
Elevation Range: 150 meters
Challenging Climbs of Note: 5 hills of at least 25 meters and 1 climb of at least 100 meters
Largest Climb: 125 Meters
Washrooms: None, sorry.
Highlights: 'Lookout'

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 25 people.

PRECAUTIONS AGAINST TICKS

Wear long pants.

Tuck your shirt into your pants, and pull your socks over your pant legs. Wear light coloured clothing to spot ticks more easily.

Use bug spray containing DEET or Icaridin on your skin and clothing.

Avoid tall grass.

Check yourself for ticks immediately after the event, you can ask me for help for removal.
When you get home, shower and do a full body check, if you find a tick, remove it with tweezers.
If a tick is attached to your skin for less than 24 hours, your chance of getting Lyme disease is negligible.

For more information, see Ticks

Required Items to Bring:

hiking boots or hiking shoes
2L of water
snacks and lunch
weather appropriate clothing
$20.00 to $40.00 cash for passengers to cover the cost of the carpool

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

$20.00 for your 2024 TOC badge

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

The closest approximate address 155380 7th Line, Markdale - 44°22'41.9"N 80°34'09.6"W, which is a little north of Wodehouse Karst Management Area.

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. 132 km (NOTE: HWY 410 will eventually turn into HWY 10)
After the town of Flesherton, turn right (NORTH) onto Grey County Road 32 for 12 KM.
Please note that Grey County Road eventually turns into 7th Side Road.
Wodehouse Karst Management Area is located just south of 155380 7th Line on the east side.
Wodehouse Karst Management Area is located between Sideroad 4A & Sideroad 7A.
NOTE: If you drive and get to Sideroad 7A, then you've driven about 1 KM too far north.

POTENTIAL WASHROOM STOP

Superburger, on the Northwest corner of HWY 10/89 is a great place to stop, with multiple washrooms.
There are a few coffee shops in Flesherton, but typically you have to buy something in order to use their washrooms.

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):

302Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:45 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $77.92 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, November 23, 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!