Scotsdale Farm & Silver Creek (19 km, 5km/hr) - Sun, Dec 15 2013

Scotsdale Farm & Silver Creek (19 km, 5km/hr) (12/15/2013)

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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:

Georgetown

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Dec 15 2013 9:45 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:45 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Dec 13 2013 11:55:00 AM

Event Duration:

7 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Rahul
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 19 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Terrain: Variable. Mature woods, fields & wetlands. Rocky sections; multiple creek crossings; could run into muddy sections. Length of the hike is 19.0 km, pace is 5 km/h. Bruce Trail Map 13.

This hike is suitable for experienced, intermediate hikers. You are good if you have previous experience of 15 - 20 hikes and can maintain a steady pace of 5 km/hr.

If you don't have a history with the TOC, please include some comments in the notes about your hiking experience.

Those willing to drive (mention # of passengers) and regular hikers will be given preference on the waiting list.

Carpool cost (at the bottom of the page) is the vehicle expense. Its not cost per person. Per person will be much lower depending on the # of vehicles and people involved.

Note: Icers recommended. Here is an example..

Required Items to Bring:

Good Hiking Shoes
Water (2L)
Lunch/Snacks
Weather appropriate clothing (layers)

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

Icers

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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

-Travel west along the 401 to Trafalgar Rd. Travel, which is approximately 35 km. Trafalgar Rd is exit #328. Regional Rd #3.

Travel north on Trafalgar for approximately 13 km.

NOTE: At one point, Trafalgar Rd merges with #7. At traffic light, turn left and watch for signs indicating the restart of Trafalgar Rd. Turn off will be on the right.

Travel north on Trafalgar Road north past Hwy 7 for about 2 kms.

LOOK FOR PARK ENTRANCE ON RIGHT - Should have a white sign, pointing the way to the 'Scotsdale Farm Reception Centre.'

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Map Of Park Entrance

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

115Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:45 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $29.67 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, November 21, 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:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in TOC events.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
- Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@torontooutdoorclub.com.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Stacy, at content@torontooutdoorclub.com.

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

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!