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83. SHORT HILLS & ROCKWAY FALLS (18.5 KM) (1/27/2024)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Lot C - 2876 Wiley Road, Thorold
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jan 27 2024  10:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:15 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jan 26 2024 6:25:00 AM
Event Duration:less than 5.5 hours for the hike (1.75 hours for carpool each way)
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to 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:13
Minimum Group Size:1
Number Registered So Far: 11 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

THE CARPOOL LEAVES KIPLING STATION (SOUTH PARKING LOT) @ 8:15 AM

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water.
We'll stop for lunch at the new Rockway Conservation Area.
This is my first time leading this particular route, but I've done all the sections at least twice before.
Today's hike will be along the Bruce Trail, some of its side trails and a provincial park trail passing 3 waterfalls.

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

    EVENT STATS
  • Level of hike: Intermediate
  • Distance: 18.5 KM
  • Terrain: Very, very muddy. Can be icy in sections, but its so muddy, last year it took someone's sole.
  • Trail vs Road: 18 km vs 500m
  • Elevation Range: 50 Meters
  • Challenging Climbs of Note: 7 climbs of at least 25 meters, with 2 of the climbs at least 50 meters.
  • Largest Climb: 55 meters near the end of the hike.
  • Washrooms: I know there's some around 15.5 KM mark.
    However, they have a new enhancement projuct at Rockway Conservation Area at our lunch spot, so maybe they put in new washrooms there, but I'm not sure.
  • Highlights: 'Terrance Falls', 'Rockway Falls' and 'Swayze Falls'

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 20 people.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A SUBWAY CLOSURE ON LINE 1 BETWEEN DAVISVILLE AND LAWRENCE THIS WEEKEND

I usually carry a pair of icers with me from the first snowfall of the year until the end of April, so I recommend having a pair in your pack to deal with any potential ice.
You can find the pair I use, 'HERE ON AMAZON'.


Required Items to Bring:
  • hiking boots or hiking shoes
  • 2L of water
  • snacks and lunch
  • weather appropriate clothing
  • $15.00 to $29.00 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
  • Gaters for the muddy
  • Icers or traction devices

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    The closest approximate address Lot C - 2876 Wiley Road - 43°06'08.0"N 79°16'20.4"W

    Please note that my event directions are from Kipling 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.

  • Leaving Kipling - Exit the TTC Parking Lot and turn turn onto Kipling Avenue for 2 KM.
  • Take the Gardner Expressway WEST and follow it WEST. Please note that you have to merge over 2 lanes very quickly to stay on the QEW to continue west.
  • Follow the QEW approximately 91 km and exit at Highway 406 (Exit 49).
  • Follow the 406 for 10 KM and exit at Sir Issac Brock Way (RR 71) (exit 11 A).
  • Follow Sir Issac Brock Way (WEST) for less than 1 KM.
  • Turn left onto (RR 50) Glenridge Ave (SOUTH) for 1 KM.
  • Turn right (WEST) onto Decew Road for 2 KM.
  • Turn left at the first stop sign for Cataract Road (SOUTH) for 500 meters.
  • Turn right (no stop sign) at Wiley Road into Short Hills Provincial Park and follow the road for 1.5 KM until you reach the parking lot.

    POTENTIAL WASHROOM STOP - 440 St David's Rd
    The closest washroom is a Tim Hortons or McDonalds (users choice) located on at the second traffic light after exiting the 406, on the right.
    To access, turn right at the traffic light for John MacDonnell Street and then take the first driveway to the left to access the plaza.
    Return to Issac Brock and turn right to continue to the hike.

    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 WILEY ROAD TURN INTO PROVINCIAL PARK

    • Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):222Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:15 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $57.28 (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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    Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

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