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Hilton Falls X-country ski, snow shoe or hike (2/21/2015)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Ski

Event Location:

Milton, just northwest of 401 and Appleby

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Feb 21 2015 10:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Feb 19 2015 8:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

5- 8 hours, depending upon decision re 2nd park or back country trails

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Linda D
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Member Cost:

$7.63/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Ski to the Hilton Falls. They are supposed to be lovely in the winter. This is a conservation area, so the price is low, the food service is limited, there are hiking & snowshoeing options, it's pretty close to the city, they have 16K of groomed trails + some backcountry options, and we can build a campfire! I'll try to remember the marshmallows. If we have full cars, this could be a ski outing that costs only $10 for those with skis! You have to pack a lunch because they just have coffee and almonds.

Rentals are limited so it might be better to rent at MEC or somewhere in the city. They said that we would likely get rentals if we arrive by 9:30. I will bring my extra skis and 2 pairs of snowshoes. There are no snowshoe rentals there.

Given that there are only 16k of groomed trails, we can be finished relatively early or if all participants are bringing skis or are not skiing, we could have a later car pool departure time of 10 and still be skiing by 11. Alternately, we could all hike in the afternoon or use another conservation area. Please think about these options so we can chat about it when we meet. Feel free to put your preferences in the notes when you sign up.

Note that light snow if forecast for Saturday.

WHEN YOU SIGN UP PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN THE NOTES SECTION (Just copy and paste the questions into the notes section)
For drivers, and possible drivers…
1. How many passengers can you take with you, if you take skis and if you don’t take skis? Also, can you take skis on roof racks? Important for people with long skis.
2.If we don't have people that need to get there early to rent, would yo prefer to leave at 10?
For everyone...
2. Are you taking skis up with you? Or will you rent them?
3. If you are taking your skis, how long are they? – Please estimate if you are unsure.

4. If there are enough people with skis, would you prefer to be in a car that leaves later than 9? 5. Did you read the part about needing to bring your own lunch?

Our admission price allows us to use other Halton conservation area parks on the same day so we could try the trails at Crawford Lake or another nearby park. I'll get more info on those options.

Required Items to Bring:
Appropriate clothing. Layers are best LUNCH - you can't buy it there Cash

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Lunch. Lunch. Lunch. I know that people don't always read the full posting. I don't want anybody to be hungry.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

available at http://www.conservationhalton.ca/hilton-falls

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

50Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $12.90 (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:

Did you catch the part about there being no lunch food to buy. Pack your own. Can you tell that I'm worried that somebody will not read the posting?

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$7.63/Person

Cost Includes:

Admission 6.75 + tax
Rentals: 25 + tax
Bring additional cash for your part of the car pool.

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!