Hockley Valley (14.5 KM) - Sat, May 4 2019

Hockley Valley (14.5 KM) (5/4/2019)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Hockley Valley
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 4 2019  11:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 9:30 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, May 2 2019 11:55:00 PM
Event Duration:4-6 Hours (plus 1.5 hours driving each way)
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Fletcher
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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:1
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 18 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

NOTE: THE CARPOOL LEAVES SHEPPARD WEST STATION @ 9:30 AM

This is a moderate to intermediate hike that is very hilly with a variety of terrain along the trails. The hike will be a mix of main Bruce trail and side trails, with lunch somewhere along the way.

Terrain is a bit challenging with several rolling hills including one of nearly 75 meters towards the end of the hike. I would probably actually call this hike a D3.5 based on the amount of hills and the fact the trails are often muddy / slippery.

Total Distance 14.5 km. If you cannot walk the entire distance, please do not sign up for this hike.

NOTE: There are no washroom facilities at this event

DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE WRITE IN THE NOTES SECTION, THE AMOUNT OF PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR!, or else you might be moved to the wait list until this is completed.

For those of you choosing to meet at the event location, instead of the carpool, please ensure that you come on time


Required Items to Bring:

- water (2L+)

- lunch/snacks

- good hiking shoes/boots

- weather appropriate gear

- money for your carpool driver

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

- first aid kit

- a smile

- whistle

- Icers / traction devices (often the ice lingers into the spring)


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Hockley Valley Parking Lot - 307300 Hockley Rd - 43°58'21.6"N 80°03'21.3"W

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

-Travel west along Highway 401 to Highway 410 (15 KM).

-Merge with Highway 410 and follow it North for approx. 53 km (NOTE: HWY 410 will eventually turn into HWY 10)

- Once past Oranagville turn right at Hockley Valley Road (Regional Road #7.

- Travel east 5 km until the entrance to Hockley Valley parking lot, which will be on your left side.

Best washroom would be the Tim Hortons in Orangeville, just off Highway 10.

Map

Picture Of Parking Lot

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):166Km
Carpool Departure Time: 9:30 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $42.83 (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:
  • I’ve set the maximum event count at 1 as I don’t want to add anyone to the event until I have enough carpool drivers to accommodate passengers.
  • If we are short of drivers, they will get priority on the waiting list.
  • This hike will go ahead rain or shine. If it's raining, please wear appropriate rain gear
  • If you choose to meet at the event, please arrive on time, I will not be waiting for late comers..

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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!