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HIKE TITLE
Variety-Pak Series - Hike 15
DATE
Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022
HIKE LEADER(S)
Richard Reble
EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER
reblerichard@gmail.com or 365-888-2962 the day of the hike
GENERAL LOCATION
Ancaster
START TIME
9:15 for 9:30 start
MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION
Meet at the dead end of Filman Rd. which runs north from Rousseaux St. directly west of Hwy. 403 westbound at the top of the escarpment
DISTANCE
8-9 kms
PACE:
Leisurely / Moderate / Fast
Moderate, about 4 km/hr
DURATION APPROX
About 2 hrs.
TERRAIN:
Easy / Moderate / Challenging
Moderate as some of the hike is on the Bruce Trail or similar terrain
TYPE OF HIKE:
Loop
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This hike is the fourth in a row in Dundas Valley. We’ll be even lower down in the valley than the previous hike. Our goal is a tract of land that features many old growth trees.
ONLINE REGISTRATION NEEDED
Yes, up to a max of 10 members
CANCELLATION
• 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.
REGISTRATION OPENS
1-2 weeks prior to the hike. Up to 15 registrants are welcome.
WHAT TO BRING
• Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.
• Bring hiking poles and icers.
• Dress in layers according to the weather.
• Carry water and snacks.
IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS
Covid measures will be observed.
GUIDING NOTES:
HIKE PACE - Leisure: 3 km/hr or less. Moderate: 3-4 km/hr or Fast: 4-5km/hr. All paces are average and depending on the terrain.
TERRAIN - Easy: mostly flat and usually good footing (i.e. rail trails, Confederation Park, Bay Front Park), Moderate: some hills and/or poor footing (Bruce Trail, Dundas Valley, etc.) and Challenging: steep hills and strenuous footing (Bruce Trail, some trails in Short Hills, Dundas Valley and Red Hill Valley). Please note variations can be expected with weather conditions.
Attention Non-Members: If you are thinking about becoming a member, The Halton Outdoor Club invites you to take part in up to two club activities as a Non-Member. After that, please join our club so we can welcome you as a member.
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