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HIKE TITLE
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Lollipop Hike
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DATE
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Saturday, November 6
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HIKE LEADER(S)
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Anne Armstrong
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EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER
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hikingrandma@gmail.com
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GENERAL LOCATION
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Halton Agreement Forest on Guelph Line
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START TIME
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9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start
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SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION
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Meet in the North East Corner of the Woodbine/Mohawk Raceway and Casino on the west side of Guelph Line, north of the 401
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DISTANCE
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9 km.
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PACE:
Leisurely / Moderate / Fast
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Leisurely
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DURATION APPROX
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Approx 2 and ½ hours
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TERRAIN:
Easy / Moderate / Challenging
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Easy with some rocky sections
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TYPE OF HIKE:
i.e. loop or out and back
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Out and back with a loop at the northern most part
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Point of interests
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The Halton Agreement Forest is a wonderful place to hike. It is riddled with both hiking and biking trails, used by both hikers and bikers. Join us for this lovely hike which takes us through the forest. Wear something orange, a shirt, vest, hat, anything to make you stand out as deer hunting season may still be in effect.
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REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Yes. A Must. Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.
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CANCELLATION
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• If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other HOC members may take your spot.
• The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance.
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REGISTRATION OPENS
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Between 1-2 weeks before the hike
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WHAT TO BRING
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• Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread. Hiking poles will be helpful.
• Dress in layers according to weather
• Carry waterproof rainwear, snacks and water
• Sun and bug protection if necessary
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IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS
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The club’s Covid-19 Safety Guidelines will be observed.
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