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SHORT HILLS + BALLS FALLS HIKE (15K, 2K) (3/17/2013)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Short Hills Provincial Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Mar 17 2013 9:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:15 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Mar 14 2013 10:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

10-11 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Caroline
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 19 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

SHORT HILLS + BALLS FALL'S HIKE

Short Hills Provincial Park has a number of terrific trails to hike (15K). After exploring the park we will stop off at Ball's Falls (2K) to view two great waterfalls as well as some groves of old growth trees (maple, hemlock and possibly some rare red mulberry). We will be hiking at moving speed of 4 km/hr with an average dpeed slightly below that. There's an option to stop briefly for some food at a pub in Hamilton on thw way home.

Dogs are welcome and must be on a leash on the trails (and arrange their own rides). There are no drop outs, please be prepared to hike the entire distance.

NO SHOWS: Hiking in the rain and snow doesn't bother me. If it's not for you please check the weather forecast the day before. If you can't make it please remove yourself from the event by the cutoff time. Anyone cancelling after that will receive an automatic No Show.

TTC: Subway does not start running until 9am on Sundays so you will need to check the night schedule to arrive at carpool on time.

Required Items to Bring:
Sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing appropriate for spring hiking, gaiters, extra socks
2 litres of water, lunch and trail snacks
Rain gear
Sunscreen, first aid kit
Two plastic garbage bags – one for storing and packing out garbage, the other for your hiking shoes when you return to the carpool. If you are a passenger in a carpool, please do not leave anything – including mud! – in the car

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Contact volunteer coordinator

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

220Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:15 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $56.76 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, April 28, 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:

- 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.
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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!