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Waterfront Trail #3 - FB to Lynde Shores 32 km (11/1/2014)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Pickering Waterfront Trail, starting at the south end of Liverpool Rd. Pickering, at the free municipal parking lot
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Nov 1 2014  9:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Oct 30 2014 9:00:00 AM
Event Duration:about 8 Hours (including driving to and from carpool)
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Arnie
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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:1
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

DISTANCE 32 km (YES 32)

PACE about 5.3 - 5.5 km/h

DIFFICULTY D5 (because of the distance and pace)

This event is restricted to experienced hikers who have D4 experience on hikes of at least 20 km. 32 km is a considerable distance!!
Everyone starts on the waiting list, and may be added to the event after confirmation of experience level.

THIRD in a series of hikes that incorporate the Waterfront Trail, along a mainly paved path, but you could walk on the beach or grass along most of the way.
I have not hiked here before, so let`s explore.

Members willing to drive, will get first priority on the waiting list. Passengers will be added as drivers become available.
Alternatively, you can also meet us at the hike starting location.

DON'`T get left behind! Please arrive early, we will start promptly, and I will turn off my cell once we begin hiking.

This is the route we will take.

  • Start from the east side of Frenchmans Bay
  • head east along the Waterfront Trail
  • detour 7km on the Trans Canada Trail beside Duffins Creek
  • continue along the Waterfront Trail
  • find a good spot for lunch
  • keep continuing along the Waterfront Trail to Lynde Shores
  • turn around go back to the start

For an interactive Route Map, of the map at the top of this page

enter Route # 360159 and click Load route AFTER CLICKING HERE


DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE ANSWER THE CARPOOL QUESTION REGARDING THE AMOUNT OF PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR!!!


Required Items to Bring:
  • Good footwear
  • Water 3L
  • Weather appropriate clothing
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Water (extra)
  • Snacks + lunch

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

If carpooling: meet at 8:25 AM
Kennedy Subway Station is located on the Bloor Subway line at the far east end.
We'll meet at the Passenger Drop-Off Entrance
If driving to the carpool, Kennedy Station is located just east of Kennedy, south of Eglinton. Parking is free on weekends.

If meeting at event: meet at 9:00 AM
There is a free municipal parking lot at the south end of Liverpool Rd. Pickering, with about 80 spots. See picture of parking lot below.

MAP OF CARPOOL LOCATION


PICTURE OF CARPOOL LOCATION


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MAP OF DRIVING FROM CARPOOL TO START OF HIKE


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PICTURE OF STARTING LOCATION - PARKING LOT


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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):50Km
Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $12.90 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, January 4, 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:

This hike will go forth rain or shine

Don't get left behind! Please arrive early, we will start promptly, and I will turn off my cell once we begin hiking.

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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!