Hiking (ca 8 km) in Mount Nemo Conservation Area + Pick Your Own Apples at a Local Orchard nearby (incl. optional lunch, coffee/cider and pie) - Sat, Sep 2 2017

Hiking (ca 8 km) in Mount Nemo Conservation Area + Pick Your Own Apples at a Local Orchard nearby (incl. optional lunch, coffee/cider and pie) (9/2/2017)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Mount Nemo Conservation Area and orchard in Waterdown
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Sep 2 2017  8:15 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Aug 31 2017 10:00:00 PM
Event Duration:7 -8 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Natalia S
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Member Cost:$6.75/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 19 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 14 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:


Hiking in Mount Nemo Conservation Area followed by visit of a local orchard with an opportunity to pick apples and have a lunch, coffee, cider, apple pie and purchase some local produce. Attention: you have to pay for apples you pick.

This trip combines scenic trails with visit of a local orchard to pick apples and have a lunch, coffee or cider and apple pie.

CARPOOL DEPARTURE Kipling subway station passengers' pick-up, Saturday, September 2, 8:30 AM.
DISTANCE ca 8 km (two trails)
PACE Ca 3.5-4 km/hour. No dropouts. Please make sure that you can keep up with hiking the distance without slowing down a lot or repeatedly stopping. We will have couple of stops to take photographs.
TRAIL DETAILS We will hike as a group two very scenic trails through a partly rugged terrain of mixed hardwood forest. .
LUNCH You can bring your own lunch and have a picnic after the hike or have a lunch at the orchard (they have delicious soups, sandwiches and also coffee and pies)
HIGHLIGHTS Hiking and visit of an orchard to pick your own apples (you have to pay for apples you pick)
PRIORITY Priority will go to DRIVERS WILLING TO TAKE PASSENGERS. Additional spots will be added depending on space in the carpool. Big thank you to drivers!!
WEATHER Cancellation in the case of heavy rain, lightning and/or thunder



Required Items to Bring:
MANDATORY!
  • -hiking boots
  • -water bottle 1-2 l of water
  • -lunch and/or light snack
  • -CASH FOR CARPOOL if you are a passenger
  • -appropriate clothing for the weather.
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • -camera
  • -sunglasses + sunscreen
  • -insect repellent

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:
    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):140Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $36.12 (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:
    PLEASE NO CALLS ON my cell phone prior the event, unless it is an emergency situation on the way to carpool. Thank you
    - 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.
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    Cost & Payment:
    Member Cost:$6.75/Person
    Cost Includes:There is a COST to access the conservation area $6.75 per peson. This will be worked into the carpool.
    Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the TOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.
     
    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: This event may be cancelled if there are extreme weather conditions.