85. NOTTAWASAGA LOOKOUT & PRETTY RIVER (28 KM) - Sat, Oct 14 2023

85. NOTTAWASAGA LOOKOUT & PRETTY RIVER (28 KM) (10/14/2023)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

9861 County Rd 91, Duntroon

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Oct 14 2023 9:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:45 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Oct 13 2023 6:25:00 AM

Event Duration:

less than 8 hours (1.75 hours carpool each way)

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

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:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

THE CARPOOL LEAVES VAUGHAN METROPOLITAN CENTRE STATION AT 7:45 AM

So, I haven't done a D5 in about 6 years, however I miss the days of making people miserable.
This is a great, beautiful, but very difficult hike.
PLEASE BE AWARE IF YOU CHOOSE TO REGISTER

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water.
We'll do lunch around the halfway point, located about 14 KM into the hike.

If you cannot walk the entire distance please do not sign up for this hike.

EVENT STATS

Level of Hike: DIFFICULT
Distance: 28 KM
Terrain: Single track dirt trails
Trail vs Road: 25 km vs 3 km
Elevation Range: 275 Meters
Challenging Climbs of Note: 10 climbs of at least 50 meters, 3 of which are at least 100 meters.
Largest Climb: 250 meters
Washrooms: None
Highlights: ' Lookout' & ' Caves'

Those willing to drive, will get first priority on the wait list, should they be needed.
DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE ANSWER THE CARPOOL QUESTION REGARDING THE AMOUNT OF PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR!!!

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

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.
I will try accommodate up to 10 people.

TODAY'S HIKE IS A REALLY DIFFICULT HIKE.
I REQUEST THAT YOU'VE DONE AT LEAST 1 D4 OUT OF CITY HIKE WITH THE CLUB BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THIS HIKE.
If not, then I will remove you from the wait list

PRECAUTIONS AGAINST TICKS

Wear long pants.

Tuck your shirt into your pants, and pull your socks over your pant legs. Wear light coloured clothing to spot ticks more easily.

Use bug spray containing DEET or Icaridin on your skin and clothing.

Avoid tall grass.

Check yourself for ticks immediately after the event, you can ask me for help for removal.
When you get home, shower and do a full body check, if you find a tick, remove it with tweezers.
If a tick is attached to your skin for less than 24 hours, your chance of getting Lyme disease is negligible.

For more information, see Ticks

Required Items to Bring:

hiking boots or hiking shoes
2L of water
snacks and lunch
weather appropriate clothing
$21.00 to $31.00 cash for passengers to cover the cost of the carpool

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

A smile

First Aid Kit

Whistle

Change of clothes and/or footwear for post hike

$20 for your 2024 TOC Badge

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

The closest approximate address is 9861 County Rd 91, Duntroon - 44°23'19.4"N 80°14'11.9"W

Please note that my event directions are from VAUGHAN METROPOLITAN CENTRE STATION.
To change the map to options that better suit you, please click "MORE OPTIONS" link the 'Driving Directions' map (below) and then you can add your own address into the search.

Follow Highway 7 (WEST) for 1 KM.
Follow Highway 400 (NORTH) for 68 KM.
Exit the highway at Dunlop Street WEST (Exit 96 B) in the direction of Angus for 5.5 KM.
Turn right (NORTH) onto George Johnston Road for 12 KM until the road ends.
At highway 26, turn left (WEST) and follow for 24 KM into the town of Stayner.
Continue straight onto Simcoe County Road #91 (WEST) for 8 KM.
At the traffic light in Duntroon, turn left (SOUTH) onto Simcoe County Rd 124 for 12 KM
There is a Bruce Trail parking lot located on your right side.
NOTE: If you get to the stop sign at Osprey Clearview Townline, then you've gone about 2 KM too far.
POTENTIAL WASHROOM STOP
The closest washroom I can suggest is the Tim Hortons located in Stayner, where Highway 26 & Simcoe Road 91 meet.
It is located on the south-east corner.
INTERACTIVE DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS
By clicking on the blue writing below that reads "MORE OPTIONS" , you can input your own location into google maps and then use the directions provided to get to the location in the easiest way possible.

MAP OF PARKING AREA

PICTURE OF MEETING LOCATION

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

240Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:45 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $61.92 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, November 21, 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:

Please ensure that you check the 'TTC service updates website' for any potential closures.

Please arrive on time, I will turn off my cell phone once the hike begins.

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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!