Rail Trail - Glen Morris to Paris (20k @ 5k/hr) - Sun, Apr 13 2014

Rail Trail - Glen Morris to Paris (20k @ 5k/hr) (4/13/2014)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Glen Morris, ON
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Apr 13 2014  9:45 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:45 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Apr 11 2014 11:55:00 PM
Event Duration:8 Hours (inc. driving)
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, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:4
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 10 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Terrain: Flat surface (fine gravel) through forest. Trail hugs Grand river for the most part. Will have to share with cyclists. Length of the hike is 20 km, average pace is 5 km/h.

Route: Start at parking lot at the end of Forbes St. in Glen Morris. Follow the trail to Paris, ON till where the trail crosses Willow St. Break for lunch. Retrace path back to the parking lot.

This hike is suitable for experienced intermediate hikers. Hikers coming on this event should have D4 level experience. This means previous experience of 15 - 20 km hikes and an average 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.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Good Hiking Shoes
  • water (2L)
  • Lunch/Snacks
  • Weather appropriate clothing (layers)
  • Carpool money
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Change of shoes/socks after the event
  • Gaiters

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):206Km
Carpool Departure Time: 9:45 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $53.15 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Tuesday, December 3, 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:

Carpool cost is the vehicle expense. It’s not cost per person. Per person will be much lower depending on the # of vehicles and people involved.


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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!