River Valley winter evening urban hike - Wed, Jan 30 2008

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River Valley winter evening urban hike (1/30/2008)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Urban Hike
Event Location: Kinsmen Centre
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Jan 30 2008  6:30 PM
Registration Cut Off: Mon, Jan 28 2008 11:59:00 PM
Event Duration:1-2 hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Jeff S
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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:12
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 3 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

We will meet in the NE corner of the Kinsmen parking lot. We will take the snow covered paved path under the walterdale bridge heading east and up a small hill towards Queen Elizabeth Park then after 1 or 2kms, gradually walk down the snow covered paved path towards the Sask River. Exact distance depends on the group but expect at least 1 hour round trip, or at least 4km. Should the group feel like continuing, we will continue along the same path next to the river towards and in the direction of the James Macdonald Bridge. We will return via the same way.

Expect snow on the pathway albeit packed and possibly slippery in some sections. I have a pair of Yak Trax which are wonderful on these winter city trails. Yak Trax can be found at Totem sports on 99th St or at Mountain Equipment Co-Op.

Given the time of year and possibility of colder temperatures, the group will maintain a fairly brisk pace. Please dress accordingly. Layers are good, long underwear, toque, gloves, warm socks etc. Water or thermos beverage and snacks are fine. It will be dark out. If you need to, please bring a head lamp. Should the group be so inclined, we may go to a coffee shop in the Whyte Ave area for hot chocolate.


Required Items to Bring:
  • winter boots, hiking boots, trail shoes, or sturdy shoes
  • layers
  • warm clothing, warm socks
  • head lamp (optional) but maybe useful
  • water or snacks
  • yak trax or other similar gripping shoe device
Recommended Items to Bring:
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How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Kinsmen Centre. NE corner of the parking lot. I drive a 4-door red pontiac sunfire. I will also have my headlamp on.

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

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