Hiking Dundas Valley Sanctuary

HIKE TITLE

Dundas Valley Sanctuary

DATE

Sunday July 24

HIKE LEADER(S)

Jim Blair

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

pblair24@cogeco.ca         Cell:  905 906 6941

GENERAL LOCATION

Dundas Valley

START TIME

9:00 for 9:15 start

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Parking Lot for Sanctuary Park  Sanctuary Park - Google Maps

Off of Sanctuary Drive in Dundas

DISTANCE

8 +/- kms

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Moderate 3-4 kph

DURATION APPROX

2 – 2.5 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Moderate: Trails are relatively wide, with generally good footing. Rolling terrain with some of ups and downs. There may be some tricky footing if there are muddy areas.

TYPE OF HIKE:

Mainly a loop hike

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

Primarily through beautiful hardwood forest, along two lovely creek bed valleys. A few ridges and escarpment outcrops will add to the scenery.

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 water

•  Sun and bug protection if necessary

IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS

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