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Treasure Hunting at Aberfoyle Antique Market (7/10/2011)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Culture

Event Location:

Aberfoyle

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Jul 10 2011 8:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Jul 6 2011 4:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

about 5 hours including travel time

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Galina S
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Member Cost:

$2.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All Ages Welcome

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

The Aberfolyle Antique Market is an historic (apparently, the first outdoor antique market in North America, certainly in Canada). I think it's a "cool" place to come if you like things of old, or not so old things, to look around, if nothing else. But, you never know what you can find!

The market is situated on 20 green acres and is an "eclectic collection of stalls, cabins and old barns is teeming with antiques, collectibles & nostalgic treasures. 100+ informed & friendly dealers in an atmosphere that's low key, zero pressure, friendly and always interesting". So be prepared to do some walking/strolling.

There is lots to look at and explore. So our plan is to arrive there by 9:30 and browse for about 2 to 3 hrs (depending on the level of the interest). With the early start, hopefully the air will be still cool and place not so crowded. We will then depart for home at around 12 PM arriving back at Kipling by 1 PM . Check out the Market website for delivery info if you'll be looking to buy anything big or bulky, as there will be very limited space in carpool vehicles to bring things back.

Bring your own snacks and water to maintain your energy on your 'hunt'. There is also a restaurant on site that offers short- order cooking (burgers/fries/ice cream/drinks, etc) for eating in or relaxing on the patio. Bring a book to read (or buy one there) if you think you'll be finished early (before everyone else)! Parking is not very far from the Market area so you be able to leave things in the car that you don't want to carry (with arrangement with your driver).

Sunglasses and sunscreen are also a must. If it's sunny as it's quite open and bright.

There is $2/adult admission that you'll have to pay on arrival. The parking is free. We'll go rain or shine. Please don't sign up if you're afraid of light sprinkle of rain. I will cancel/postpone the event if forecast calls for heavy rain and/or thunder.

The Event Coordinator has a small dog (golden doodle) that she may bring along. Leashed and well behaved dogs are permitted but spaces in the carpool will preferencially be given to people.

Please note the lack of subway service on Sunday morning. Please make alternate arrangements to get to Kipling as necessary ON TIME. Please arrive to Kipling by 8:20 so that we can sort out the carpool arrangements and depart as scheduled.

Required Items to Bring:

Comfortable walking shoes
Comfortable walking clothes
Water
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
$$ for any purchases. NOTE: Many of the ventors may only take cash. There is an ATM on site if required. Please refer to Market website about types of payments accepted and more information. I have not been there a number of years and so I don't know what the prices are like. Negotiations are encouraged but these will not be 'penny sales' :)

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

Rain jacket depending on the forecast

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Aberfoyle Antique Market from Toronto

The Market website has warnings about relying on GPS and Google map for directions to this location. Apparently they will lead you astray. Don't fret. Getting there is actually very simple.

Take 401 west to Exit 299

Exit right onto northbound Brock Road 46 toward Guelph

Drive 2.5 km from the 401

Follow signs to free Market parking on your left (west side)

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

155Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $39.99 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, April 29, 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.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$2.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Entrance fee paid at the entrance gate

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the TOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

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:

Event may be cancelled if the weather is really inclement