Hiking ET&T Series – Snake Road (Hike 10)

HIKE TITLE

ET&T Series – Snake Road (Hike 10)

DATE

Thursday, March 9th, 2023

HIKE LEADER(S)

Chris Parr

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

905-220-7264

GENERAL LOCATION

Burlington

START TIME

9:45 AM to start at 10:00 AM

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

1826 Snake Road, Burlington  L7P 4Y3

Roadside parking on both sides of Snake Road;

hike starts on the west side.

DISTANCE

6 +/- kms

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Moderate 3-4 kph

DURATION APPROX

2 - 2.5 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Challenging: Bruce Trail, rocky and hilly, some stairs, bridge, rail-line crossing.

TYPE OF HIKE:

Out and back

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

This hike is consistently hilly.  The route passes through Clappison Woods and a former quarry.  The turnaround point is adjacent to Hwy 6, with a small stone ruin nearby.

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

2 weeks before the hike. Up to 15 hikers are welcome to participate in this event.

WHAT TO BRING

•  Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.

•  Bring icers and hiking poles.

•  Dress in layers according to weather

•  Bring snacks and water

IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS

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