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Old vs New S. Hockley Valley Hike / Dinner (10/11/2009)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Hockley Valley

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Oct 11 2009 10:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Oct 8 2009 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

7.5 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Stacy
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

(carpool, hike, bring-your-own pack lunch, hike, pub style dinner, carpool)

Sometime in the spring of 09 a rather boring and tedious section of the Bruce Trail that ran along some dusty side roads for about 4.5 km was finally rerouted into the forest. The new route traverses hardwood forest, a stile and the edge of a farm field, "where the views across the valley to the north are spectacular" .
In order for us to make a loop hike, we're going to first hike along the old trail, take a break for lunch, and then return to the cars via the shiny NEW trail!
(which, by the way, yours truly helped to build... I had a personal hand in those steps you see here!)
Since this new route was created after the last edition of the Bruce Trail guide printing (edition 25), it's not as well-known yet.
Let's get out there and explore it before the masses do!

Fall colours: since it's been a cold and windy autumn so far, the fall colour explosion isn't going to be the best, or the longest. Therefore: Carpe Diem! Let's get out and experience what we can while we can! But don't forget your camera, we'll be hiking at a moderate pace and taking the time for snapshots along the way.

Boots on the Bruce: Once again this year, a particular boot company is donating money to the Bruce Trail Conservancy for every pair of boots photographed and submitted (on the trail). At some point during the hike I'll be taking a "group boot photo" so that I can submit it on our behalf.

And finally: dinner, where we can unwind, warm up, and reminisce about the sights and experiences of the day.

STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Our hike will total approx 12-13 km. We'll be going ~ 3.5 km/hr.
It does contain hills, to quote: "Here, it ascends and follows the top of an eastern ridge, then descends through a central valley before climbing to the top of an even higher western ridge"
Our hike will go, rain or shine (and there is a chance of rain). Do not sign up unless you are prepared to go out in the rain.
There are no "facilities" on this trail. Be familiar with, and prepared for proper trail etiquette.
Dinner is part of the event. Although the location is TBA, it might be prior to returning to the city.
Total car pool time is not included in event time. I expect to leave the city at 9:30 AM, and return approx. 7:00 PM.

Required Items to Bring:
water
lunch
warm hiking clothes
rain gear
hiking boots
cash for car pool
cash or credit for dinner

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

camera
spare, dry socks/shoes (in case it rains you'll have dry feet during dinner)
if carpool passenger, plastic bag to put wet boots/wet socks etc in

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

TTC:
1. Take University line north to Downsview Station
2. Meet at the Passenger Drop-Off Point outside the station entrance
Car from 401:
1. Head north on Allen Road to Sheppard Ave
2. Turn right on Sheppard
3. Turn right into the station entranceway
Car from 407:
1. Head south on Dufferin Road to Sheppard Ave
2. Turn left on Sheppard
3. Turn right into the station entranceway
Carpool drivers, take the first right and proceed to the Passenger Drop-Off point to meet the event coordinator
Non-Carpool drivers, please leave your car in the parking lot, which is free at the weekend - drive past the Passenger Drop-Off entrance to get to the parking lot entrance

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

136Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $35.09 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Tuesday, April 1, 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:

- 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.
- Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@torontooutdoorclub.com.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Stacy, at content@torontooutdoorclub.com.

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: If cancelling after the cut-off time:
Cancellation via SMS is not permitted.
Cancellation via email is only permitted up to 12 hrs before the carpool time.
If cancelling after 9:30 PM Sat night, it must be done by phone (leave a message if I don't answer) AND follow up with an email.