HOC Newsletter - Spring Edition
HIKE TITLE
Twelve Mile Creek
DATE
Thursday April 21, 2022
HIKE LEADER(S)
Isabel Bravo
EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER
ibravo_13@icloud.com or cell phone: 905.746.2217
GENERAL LOCATION
St Catharines
START TIME
9:30 am start
MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION
Parking lot on Old Glendale Rd St Catharines,
Closer to Twelve Mile Creek
Twelve Mile Creek Parking
DISTANCE
8 kms +/-
PACE:
Leisurely / Moderate / Fast
Moderate at 4 km/hr depending on the trail conditions
DURATION APPROX
2 hrs.
TERRAIN:
Easy /Moderate/Challenging
Easy, it can be muddy in spring
TYPE OF HIKE:
There and back with a loop
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 - 2.5 hours to complete. This is a popular spot for locals to go hiking and cycling. It is a lovely route where few trails converge along the waters of the Twelve Creek; Participark, Twelve Mile Creek east and West trails. Can be muddy in the spring
ONLINE REGISTRATION NEEDED
Yes, A must. Leaders appreciate early registration and up to at least 24 hours before the event. Up to 15 participants are welcome.
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
2 weeks prior to the hike
WHAT TO BRING
• Hiking boots or shoes
• Water and snacks
• Hiking poles are optional
• Face mask is your choice
COVID GUIDELINES
The club’s Covid-19 Safety Guidelines 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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