Mill Creek Ravine Half-And-Half and Backpacker Training - Sat, Jun 9 2012

Mill Creek Ravine Half-And-Half and Backpacker Training (6/9/2012)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Urban Hike

Event Location:

Mill Creek swimming pool upper parking lot - 95A St. north of 82 Ave

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jun 9 2012 9:20 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Jun 9 2012 7:30:00 AM

Event Duration:

~ 2-2,5 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Charlotte
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All - DO NOT USE

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

What is a Half-And-Half? A half-and-half is a hike in which we park in the middle of the route and do an out-and- back one way, then an out-and-back the other way. Attendees can do just the first half if they wish, or they can stay for the whole thing (both halves). The first "half" will be slower paced and easier, and the second "half" will be a little faster and more steady for those who want a little more of a workout. NEITHER HALF WILL BE A TUFF- PUFF OR AT A SPEED DEMON PACE - THE FIRST HALF WILL BE SLOWEST-POKE AND SECOND HALF WILL BE JUST SLOWPOKE.

We will meet at 9:20 and leave on our walk at 9:30 AM sharp. If you are bringing guests, including children, be sure to bring waivers along for all of them. These will be required for your guests to attend the event. If you have any questions about this, please contact the coordinator well in advance of the event.

First Half: Meet in the Mill Creek Pool upper parking lot. Head north on a combination of gravel and paved trails to Connors Road and back. This will be at an easy/slow pace.
Second Half: Follow paved/gravel trails South through the ravine to the trailhead at 93 street and 68 avenue, then return the same way. This will be at a more steady pace for those who want a little more of a work-out.

Backpacker Training: This event will be great backpack training for anyone who just wants to get out and walk around with their heavily-laden backpack on. If you wish to do that, I recommend building up the weight in your pack through the weeks. For example, your first week you might want to carry 20 pounds. Your second week carry 25, and so on, until you reach your maximum weight (the general recommendation is no more than about 1/3 your total body weight).

Get to the Mill Creek ravine meetpoint by turning north off 82 Ave onto 95A St. half way down the hill, parking lot on your left; the group will meet at the trailhead at the north end of the parking lot . Map

Required Items to Bring:
water

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Sturdy footwear
Clothing appropriate to the weather

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Turn north off 82 Ave onto 95A St. Drive half way down the hill to the parking lot on your left, we will meet at the trailhead at the north end of the parking lot . I will be carrying a yellow EOC ball cap. google map to site

Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
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- 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:
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