SCENIC TRAILS IN MUSKOKA (Hardy Lake Provincial Park) and BREWERY HIKE (ca 15 km) - Sat, Sep 9 2017

SCENIC TRAILS IN MUSKOKA (Hardy Lake Provincial Park) and BREWERY HIKE (ca 15 km) (9/9/2017)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Hardy Lake Provincial Park and Gravenhurst
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Sep 9 2017  8:45 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Sep 7 2017 10:00:00 PM
Event Duration:All day
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Natalia S
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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:8
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:


SCENIC TRAIL AROUND HARDY LAKE + BREWERY

This hike combines scenic Ontario trails with tasty local craft beer. Enjoy a fun hike followed by some yummy treats from a local babeque place and pick and try locally brewed beers not carried by the LCBO.

CARPOOL DEPARTURE Kipling subway station passengers' pick-up, Saturday September 9, 2017 at 9:00 AM.
DISTANCE ca 15 km
PACE Ca. 4 km/hour not so fast. NO DROPOUTS AND NO JUMPING AHEAD OF THE GROUP !
TRAIL DETAILS There are three stacked loops of trails through a rugged terrain of mixed hardwood forest. We will hike the main trail that goes directly around the lake, exploring side trails as we go.
BEER After the hike we'll go check out a barbeque place (they usually have sandwiches with grilled meat or fish, not sure about vegetarian option) and meanwhile well- known brewery in Gravenhurst
HIGHLIGHTS Scenic trail around Hardy Lake itself. And a well-known brewery in Gravenhurst offering unusual tasty seasonal beers to try...
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
  • -CASH for carpool and the entrance fee to the park
  • -LUNCH !!!
  • -appropriate clothing for the weather and RAINGEAR !
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • -camera
  • -sunglasses + sunscreen

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:
    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):380Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 9:00 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $98.04 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, April 19, 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 Includes:Entrance fee for day use at the park. This will be worked into the carpool.
     
    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.