Hockley Valley (14 KM) - Sat, Oct 26 2013

Hockley Valley (14 KM) (10/26/2013)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Hockley Valley

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Oct 26 2013 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Oct 24 2013 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

7-8 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:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

NOTE: THE CARPOOL LEAVES DOWNSVIEW STATION @ 8:30 AM

Distance: 14 km
This is an intermidate hike with a very hilly with rolling sections terrain

Great views along the escarpment and a variety of terrain along the trails. The hike will be a mix of main Bruce trail and side trails, with lunch somewhere along the way.

Approx. distance is 14 KM

NOTE: There are no washroom facilities at this event

DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE ANSWER HOW MANY PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR? or else you may be moved to thew wait list until this is complete

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

Required Items to Bring:

- water (2L+)

- lunch/snacks

- good hiking shoes/boots

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

- raingear (if rain is forecast)

- a smile

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Event Directions: Leaving Downsview - take the Allen Road south to the 401.

-Travel west along the 401 to Highway 400 North in the direction of Barrie. Travel 35 km.

-Get off at Highway #9 and travel westbound for 37 km.

-Turn right @ 3RD Line and travel north for 6 KM (WARNING: There is no traffic light at 3RD Line and is approx 5 KM past Airport Road)

-Turn left onto Hockley Valley Road (Regional Road #7) and travel for about a km.

-Look for Hockley Valley entrance on the right!

MAP

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PICTURE OF MEETING LOCATION

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

180Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $46.44 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, January 30, 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:

Carpool leaves Downsview Station @ 8:30 AM. Please arrive on time. If you are late, you may miss the carpool.

If you choose to meet at the event, please arrive on time, we will not wait for late comers.

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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!