Dufferin Hi-Land - Black Bank (22-25.4km, 5 km/h) - Sat, Mar 31 2012

Dufferin Hi-Land - Black Bank (22-25.4km, 5 km/h) (3/31/2012)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Dufferin Hi-Land

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Mar 31 2012 8:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Mar 29 2012 12:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

9 hrs (including driving)

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Daniel Parker
Pia
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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:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

The terrain is hilly. Length of hike is 22 km for drivers (or very tired passengers), 25.4 for passengers, pace 5 km/h. Maps 20/21

This hike is suitable for strong intermediate or advanced hikers.Hikers coming on this event are expected to have, preferably, D5 level experience, or minimally, D4 level experience on the hike leader's events. Participants should have previous experience on 20+ km hikes, and must be able to hike at a continuous pace of 5 km/h.. If you don't have a history with the TOC, please include some comments in the notes about your hiking experience.

We will meet at km 34.1, map 20, north end of Kilgorie Hill. We will then shuttle to km 55.3, map 21, at the cemetery parking lot, and hike back through the pretty Black Bank Hill area to the car park. Drivers will return to the start to pick up the cars, passengers will continue for another 3.4 kilometers.

We'll end the day with a stop for refreshments.

Those willing to drive and proven D5 hikers may be given preference on the waiting list

Required Items to Bring:

Lunch
Snacks
2.5 litres water
Layered clothing
Sturdy Hiking footwear

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Camera
Hat and sunglasses

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

226Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $58.31 (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:

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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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