CANCELLED Hiking Wildflowers Galore

HIKE TITLE

Wildflowers Galore

DATE

Saturday, May 20 2023

HIKE LEADER(S)

Anne Armstrong

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

hikingrandma@gmail.com  905 617 3937

GENERAL LOCATION

Hilton Falls Conservation Area, Regional Rd. 9/also known as # 5 Sideroad and Campbellville Sideroad

START TIME

Meet at 9:45 a.m. for a 10:00 a.m. start

SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Meet in the parking lot at Hilton Falls Conservation Area

DISTANCE

Approx. 10 km.

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Leisurely

DURATION APPROX

Approx. 2 ½ to 3 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Moderate. There will be areas of rocky sections where you can practice your “rock dancing”.

TYPE OF HIKE:

i.e. loop or out and back

Loop

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

We will use a variety of Conservation Area trails and mountain bike trails to explore this area and in the process search out Spring Wildflowers. Bring water and a snack as well as sunscreen and insect repellent. Hiking poles maybe useful. Please note that a registration must be made to enter the park. If cancelling on the morning of the hike please text or email leader.

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

Two weeks before the hike. Up to 12 hikers are welcome to participate in this event.

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 water

•  Sun and bug protection if necessary

IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS

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