Hiking Hidden Valley & Hendrie Valley Trails

HIKE TITLE

Hidden Valley & Hendrie Valley Trails

DATE

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

HIKE LEADER(S)

Marilyn Baker

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

289 838 2953    mbakerconsulting@gmail.com

GENERAL LOCATION

Hidden Valley Park, Lemonville Rd. Burlington

START TIME

Meet at 12:45 for 1:00 p.m. start

SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Hidden Valley Park - Google Maps Hidden Valley Trail parking lot, between the bridge and the baseball diamond.   The 2^nd parking lot, two lots are beside each other; the 2^nd usually has less cars so easier to get parked and spot each other.  North from Plains Rd. Burlington, on Howard Drive, Lemonville Rd.  Take the first left past Hidden Valley Rd to head to the first parking lot, a left turn, takes you left into the 2^nd parking lot.  Meet at the picnic table closer to the river, on the other side of the driveway.  I drive a light silver Subaru Outback. Bringing water is mandatory!

DISTANCE

5.6 km.  Approx.

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Leisurely to moderate (we will take pauses to take in scenery and wildlife)

DURATION APPROX

2hrs.to 3 max.

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Easy to moderate (expect mud)

TYPE OF HIKE:

i.e. loop or out and back

Out and back, with a loop in between

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

Trail, ponds, boardwalk, birds, swans.

Small group hike. We are not in a rush, we will take in the beauty of the area.

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. Up to 10 hikers are welcome to join this 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 water

•  Sun and bug protection if necessary