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92. Old Baldy (S) (10 KM) (5/21/2022)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

235304 Grey County Rd 13, Kimberley - 2 hours north of Toronto

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, May 21 2022 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, May 20 2022 6:25:00 AM

Event Duration:

3-5 hours (including 2.5 carpool ride each way)

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Fletcher
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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:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

By signing up for this event, you agree to, and acknowledge, the following:

If you are vaccinated and have travelled outside of Canada within the last 14 days, you have read and will follow the federal laws as per Government of Canada - Travel to Canada: Requirements for COVID- 19 vaccinated travellers Web site

If you are unvaccinated and have travelled outside of Canada within the last 14 days, you are compelled by law to be in quarantine and cannot lawfully attend this event, as per the Federal Government’s website

You will take and pass the Ontario COVID-19 self-assessment on-line questionnaire. within 48 hours of the start of the event.

Should this event involve a car pool, you will wear a face mask at all times when inside a vehicle

EVENT DETAILS

THE CARPOOL LEAVES SHEPPARD WEST STATION AT 8:30 AM

So, this is my first time leading this particular route with the TOC. I've led all the sections via other versions of this route 4 times previously.

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water. We will stop for lunch at one of the lookouts

EVENT STATS

Distance: 10 KM

Terrain: Some rocky and muddy sections

Trail vs Road: 8km vs 2km

Elevation Range: 250 meters

Challenging Climbs of Note: 3 climbs of 25 meters & 1 climb of 250 meters

Largest Climb: There is one super difficult 250 meter climb at the beginning of the hike (like you will suffer and absolutely hate me)

Washrooms: None

Highlights: A couple 'beautiful views' of Beaver Valley - also a bakery right across the street from the parking lot for the end of the hike

WARNING: I've rated this hike as a D3, primarily because of its length.
I typically lead this hike as a 21 KM D4 doing the 250 m climb twice.
So, I'm going to say this hike is not quite a D4, but the climb at the beginning is definitely much tougher than your average D3, so please be wary of that.

Those willing to drive, will get first priority on the wait list, should they be needed.
DRIVERS, WHEN YOU SIGN UP, PLEASE ANSWER THE CARPOOL QUESTION REGARDING THE AMOUNT OF PASSENGERS YOU CAN TAKE IN YOUR CAR!!!

Please be aware that the Toronto Outdoor Club has mandated masks to be worn during the carpool.

For those of you choosing to meet at the event location, instead of the carpool, please ensure that you come on time

I’ve set the maximum event count at 1 as I don’t want to add anyone to the event until I have enough carpool drivers to accommodate passengers.
I will try accommodate up to 25-30 people.

PRECAUTIONS AGAINST TICKS

Wear long pants.

Tuck your shirt into your pants, and pull your socks over your pant legs. Wear light coloured clothing to spot ticks more easily.

Use bug spray containing DEET or Icaridin on your skin and clothing.

Avoid tall grass.

Check yourself for ticks immediately after the event, you can ask me for help for removal.
When you get home, shower and do a full body check, if you find a tick, remove it with tweezers.
If a tick is attached to your skin for less than 24 hours, your chance of getting Lyme disease is negligible.

For more information, see Ticks

Required Items to Bring:

Hiking boots
1 to 2 liters of Water
Snacks and lunch
Weather appropriate clothing
Mask for the carpool
$12.00 to $25.00 to cover the cost for the carpool

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

A smile

First Aid Kit

Whistle

Sunscreen / Bug Spray

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

We'll meet in the parking lot of Mill Pond Park, which is across the street from the Kimberley General Store, located at 235304 Grey County Rd 13 in Kimberley - 44°23'07.1"N 80°32'11.0"W -
Google is a bit weird with this address, so I'd use the Kimberley General Store as your refence, but we'll park in the lot of Mill Pond Park.

Please note that my event directions are from SHEPPARD WEST STATION.
To change the map to options that better suit you, please click "MORE OPTIONS" link the 'Driving Directions' map (below) and then you can add your own address into the search.

Leaving Sheppard West - take the Allen Road south to the 401.
Travel west along Highway 401 to Highway 410 (15 KM)
Merge with Highway 410 and follow it North for approx. 131 km (NOTE: HWY 410 will eventually turn into HWY 10)
Upon entering the town of Flesherton, turn right (East) at the traffic light onto Grey County Road 4 for 4 KM.
Turn left (north) onto Beaver Valley Rd/Grey County Rd 13 for 12 KM.
Once in the town of Kimberley, turn right into the parking lot for Mill Pond Park. Should the lot be full, there is free street parking in Kimberley.

POTENTIAL WASHROOM STOP
Superburger, on the Northwest corner of HWY 10/89 is a great place to stop, with multiple washrooms.
There are a few coffee shops in Flesherton, but typically you have to buy something in order to use their washrooms.
Also, the Beaver Valley Lookout typically has outhouses.

INTERACTIVE DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS
By clicking on the blue writing below that reads "MORE OPTIONS" , you can input your own location into google maps and then use the directions provided to get to the location in the easiest way possible.

MAP OF PARKING AREA

PICTURE OF MEETING LOCATION

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

300Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $77.40 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, November 21, 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:

Please ensure that you check the 'TTC service updates website' for any potential closures.

Please arrive on time, I will turn off my cell phone once the hike begins.

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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!