Devil's Lake Section, Ganaraska Wilderness Section - Hike or Snowshoe - Sat, Jan 10 2015

Devil's Lake Section, Ganaraska Wilderness Section - Hike or Snowshoe (1/10/2015)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jan 10 2015 7:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Jan 7 2015 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

All day

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Daniel Parker
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

This out and back hike is in the Wilderness Section of the Ganaraska Trail. The Ganaraska wilderness is noted for its roughness and the poorly marked nature of the trail.

This hike is suitable for strong intermediate or advanced hikers. Hikers coming on this event are expected to have D5 level experience.

We will be heading to the Devil's Lake Parking Lot and will do a there and back hike, distance depending on trail conditions. Note that there will be some beaver dam crossings; hikers must be prepared for wet feet! A change of shoes and socks is advised for the end of the hike in case of issues at the beaver dams.

Those willing to drive, regular D5 hikers and members with favourable attendance records will be given preference on the waiting list Passengers will be added as drivers become available.

Required Items to Bring:

lunch
hiking boots
2L water
Snowshoes (if trail conditions warrant)
Icers

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

gaiters

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

352Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $90.82 (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:

Photo credit: Daniel Parker
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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!