NEW DATE: Valley Zoo - MacKinnon Ravine - McKenzie Ravine loop - Sun, Apr 14 2013

NEW DATE: Valley Zoo - MacKinnon Ravine - McKenzie Ravine loop (4/14/2013)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Urban Hike

Event Location:

Parking lot at end of Buena Vista Road

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Apr 14 2013 11:00 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Apr 14 2013 9:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

2.5 to 3.0 hours approx

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Ian M
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

NOTE: this hike will continue as planned today.

We will meet at 11:00am for a 11:10 departure.
Meet at the parking lot (corner nearest the river) at the far end of Buena Vista Road.
I will be wearing a yellow EOC cap, and be standing close to a grey Hyundai wagon.

This hike will be at a brisk pace (at least 5km/h) and there are a few steady climbs, so this will not be a suitable hike for "slowpokes".

We will walk north from the parking lot through Buena Vista Park, and will make our way up the steady climb to Riverside Drive. This area includes one of Edmonton's nicest viewpoints, so we'll check that out too!
We'll then walk around the residential area, rejoin the MacKinnon Ravine by 142 Street and continue up the Ravine to its western end by 148 Street.
From there we will walk south on 148 Street and head down McKenzie Ravine to rejoin the river valley trails. From here we will return to the starting point.

Please note the following:
1/ Suitable footwear & clothing for the conditions is required.
2/ Dogs are welcome on this hike, and if you are bringing your dog(s) then they must be included in the registration.
3/ Dog owners must comply with all City of Edmonton bylaws.
4/ This will be at a brisk pace, so you must be able to walk at a good pace for approx 2.5 to 3.0 hours (although we will have short breaks along the way).
5/ Ice grips / traction devices are recommended.

Required Items to Bring:

Water
Lunch/snacks
Traction devices / ice grips
Suitable clothing and footwear

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Meet at the parking lot at the far end of Buena Vista Road (closest to the river - see the map below)

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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!