Hiking Escarpment Explorations: Devil’s Punchbowl and Beyond

HIKE TITLE

Escarpment Explorations: Devil’s Punchbowl and Beyond

DATE

Sunday June 26

HIKE LEADER(S)

Jim Blair

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

jblair87@cogeco.ca         Cell:  905 906 6941

GENERAL LOCATION

Stoney Creek Escarpment

START TIME

9:15 for 9:30 start

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Felker’s Falls Conservation Area Felker's Falls Conservation Area - Google Maps

DISTANCE

10 +/- kms

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Moderate: 3.5 - 4.00 kms per hour

DURATION APPROX

2.5 – 3 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Moderate: Bruce Trail along the escarpment. Possibly some tricky footing and some hills

TYPE OF HIKE:

Up and back, with a possible side trip to explore Devil’s Punch Bowl

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

Felker’s Falls and Devil’s Punch Bowl. Pretty escarpment trails under the canopy

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Yes. A Must.  Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.

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

Between 1-2 weeks before the hike

WHAT TO BRING

•   Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread. Hiking poles will be helpful.

•   Dress in layers according to weather

•   Carry waterproof rainwear, snacks and plenty of water

•   Sun and bug protection

IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS

The club’s Covid-19 Safety Guidelines will be observed.