SLOWPOKE Hike - Eldred King Woodlands (15 KM) - Sat, Jul 6 2013

SLOWPOKE Hike - Eldred King Woodlands (15 KM) (7/6/2013)

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:Hike
Event Location: Eldred King Woodlands
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jul 6 2013  9:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:15 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Jul 3 2013 9:00:00 PM
Event Duration:6-7 hours total (carpool to carpool)
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Julianne L
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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:15
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 11 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

NOTE: The carpool leaves Kennedy Subway Station at 9:15 AM SHARP. The trail contains a variety of conifer plantations and natural forest stands and has a few steep climbs with one steep descent and some rolling hills. The terrain is a mix of sand and gravel. There is an open meadow near the 9km mark which will be perfect for our lunch stop. Note that there are no facilities on this trail so be prepared to use the woods and be prepared to pack out your toilet paper.

This is a SLOWPOKE hike so we will be hiking at the pace of the slowest hiker, and we'll stick together as a group. It is suitable for beginners as the terrain is not too challenging, but you must be confident that you can hike for the entire 15km. If this is your first hike and you are not certain of your fitness level, this may not be the hike for you. Additionally, if you’re a really fast hiker, this is NOT the event for you – sorry!

Individuals willing to drive will get first priority on the wait list.

DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE WRITE IN THE NOTES SECTION, THE AMOUNT OF PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR!!!


Required Items to Bring:

Good hiking boots/hiking shoes
-Lunch/Snacks
-Water (2+L)
-Weather Appropriate Clothing
-bug spray 		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

-hiking poles
-sunscreen/hat
-raingear
-toilet paper
-camera

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

DETAILED DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE PROVIDED TO ALL DRIVERS AT CARPOOL LOCATION

Map of Starting location


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Picture of Starting Location


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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):100Km
Carpool Departure Time: 9:15 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $25.80 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, April 19, 2025). 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 be respectful of the drivers' cars and bring a bag to store muddy footwear for the return journey - and something clean to wear on your feet in the way back.

Please arrive on time. If you are late, you will miss the carpool.

If you choose to meet at the event, please arrive at the trailhead by 10:00am. For complete driving directions, please left click on the "A" on the map above and choose "directions". Enter your location and detailed directions will be provided.


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- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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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!
*Note: NO SHOWS: Anyone dropping out within 24 hours of the start of the event will receive an AUTOMATIC NO SHOW - no exceptions. Please respect the people on the waiting list and if you can't attend, remove yourself BEFORE the cutoff time to give others time to adjust their lives and join in. Thanks in advance!