Old Years Day Through Rennie Park & High Park (7 KM) - Sun, Dec 31 2023

Old Years Day Through Rennie Park & High Park (7 KM) (12/31/2023)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Urban Hike
Event Location: High Park Station - High Park Avenue Exit (near bus terminal)
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Dec 31 2023  10:00 AM
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Dec 31 2023 6:25:00 AM
Event Duration:less than 2 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
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:30
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 29 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

So, its the end of 2023 and I'm happy to say that statistically this has been one of my best years coordinating events.
At 144 events led this year, its been a very productive year and I'm excited for 2024.
This urban hike will also be 1400th event I've led in the TOC.

This 7 KM hike will start at High Park Station and end at Keele Station.

The hike will be on a combination of single track trails, paved park paths and sidewalks.

In terms of hills, there should be 4 climbs of at least 25 meters.

I'll attempt to stop for a washroom break at in Rennie Park about 2 KM into the hike.

Post hike, I might head over to the Mugshot Tavern for a pint and maybe a corn dog.

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 ON AMAZON'.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Hiking boots / hiking shoes
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Water
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • First Aid Kit
  • A smile
  • Whistle
  • $20 for your 2024 TOC Badge
  • Icers or traction devices

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    We'll meet at the High Park Avenue exit of High Park Station within the bus terminal.
    High Park Station is located on Line 2, Bloor-Danforth, 1 stop west of Keele & 2 stops east of Jane.

    For those exiting the subway, just take the exit from the far east side of the platform.
    If you do not know where the east side of the platform is, follow the direction of the eastbound train.

    For those driving, High Park Station's address at 35 Quebec Avenue, however presently cannot be accessed from Quebec Avenue.
    So you'd have to go around via Bloor and north on High Park Avenue to access the station.
    Quebec Avenue has free street parking on one side of the street depending on the time of the month.
    There is free street parking on the west side of Pacific Drive and the east side of Oakmount Drive, both streets are just west of High Park Avenue.

    Look for me in the BLUE Toronto Outdoor Club shirt,

    Map

    Picture of Meeting Location


    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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