Wednesday Weekly Hike: North River Valley Explorer - Wed, May 3 2023

Wednesday Weekly Hike: North River Valley Explorer (5/3/2023)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

1359 167 Ave NE, Edmonton. North East end of the River Valley Park System, Quarry Ridge

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, May 3 2023 6:45 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, May 3 2023 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

1.5 hrs

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

We will meet at Quarry Ridge trails parking lot at 6:45 PM, leaving right at 6:55 PM Sharp. Please ensure you have good hiking foot wear and are well hydrated. We will head North to some new explorer trails near Quarry Ridge.

As one of the six River Valley Connections initiatives, the East End Trails Project has added approximately 16 kilometres of trails to the river valley in east Edmonton. New asphalt and gravel trails were funded in partnership with the City of Edmonton, River Valley Alliance, the Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada.

The trails officially opened to the public in fall 2018 and are accessible year-round.

Difficulty: the walk will be at a "moderate-brisk" pace (approx. 5 km/h) for about 10 kms with minimal stops, and some single track trails with elevation.

Dogs are welcome on this hike; however they must be leashed other than in the off leash areas. If you are bringing your dog(s) please note this when you sign up for the event.

Required Items to Bring:
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Comfortable, supportive hiking footwear with good traction

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Water
- Snack
- Gaiters to keep debris out of boots

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From Manning Drive or Victoria Trail Take 153 ave East until T intersection (Meridian Street). Turn Left on Meridian Street until 167 Ave. Turn right on 167 Ave, proceed until you see three large boulders on the right. Go straight past the Quarry Golf Club entrance gates to the trail parking lot. 1359 167 Ave NE, Edmonton.

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!