Mill Creek Ravine Hike and Shamrock Club Social - Wed, Dec 14 2016

Mill Creek Ravine Hike and Shamrock Club Social (12/14/2016)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Urban Hike

Event Location:

Meet at Argyll Velodrome , 6750 - 88 Street

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Dec 14 2016 6:45 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Dec 14 2016 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

Approx 2 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Mark G
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

5 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

From the top of the Mill Creek Ravine we will hike on the lower forested gravel trails. Because the trails can be snow packed and icy, good traction boots are required. Part way through the hike (about half way down the ravine, 35 minutes into the hike) we will go for snacks and refreshments at The Shamrock Curling Club Lounge located directly off our planned route in Mill Creek (stop for about 45 Min). The lounge is upstairs separate from the arena (they accept Interac, cash, or credit card). They have a concession downstairs if you want food, which you can bring back upstairs to join the group.
We will then hike back to our cars at the start of the hike.
**Please be aware with wintery weather, the trail could be slippery in some sections.Ice cleats that go over your boots are recommended. These can be found at Mountain Equipment Coop, or other sporting stores.
You could encounter muddy, snowy conditions, etc – dress accordingly.

We are hoping for favourable weather but should temperatures be too cold (-23 Celsius or less, also factoring in severe wind chill), than this event may be cancelled. Please take note of the required items and come prepared for snow and the cold.

**If you choose to drink at the lounge, please drink responsibly**

Required Items to Bring:
- Hiking boots with good ice and snow traction
- Water
- Wear appropriate clothing and footwear
- Headlamp or flashlight

- Money for your snacks & refreshments at pub/lounge

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Traction aid/ Ice cleats
- Gaitors

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Meet at Argyll Community League Hall parking lot 6750 - 88 Street (go into community hall access road, past the front door of the hall, to find huge parking lot at the end of service road past the hall), next to the Argyll Velodrome and BMX track.
Look for Mark hanging a Yellow EOC hat on the back aerial of his car.

Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
- Please scroll through and read the entire online waiver when you sign up.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!