Wednesday Weekly Hike: Gold Bar Park/ Strathcona Explorer - Wed, Aug 31 2016

Wednesday Weekly Hike: Gold Bar Park/ Strathcona Explorer (8/31/2016)

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:

Urban Hike

Event Location:

Goldbar Park

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Aug 31 2016 6:30 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Aug 31 2016 5:30:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 hours

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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

EOC hikes are designed to put you though your paces as a prerequisite for weekends exploring various hiking trails around Alberta and David Thompson Country. Please click HERE for more info on Edmonton's River Valley System and Parks.

Click 1. HERE for more info and tips on beginner backpacking and hiking.
Please click 2. HERE for our resource links.

This hike is rated as a D4 difficulty because some of the trails have a steep elevation incline sections and may have tree roots, muddy sections, loose surface, narrow trail. Bringing hiking poles or a walking stick is advised.
Dogs are welcome on this hike, however they must be *leashed because there is no off- leash area where we are going. Your dog must be capable of climbing steep incline trails and going through single track rough trails. If you are bringing your dog(s) please note this when you sign up for the event.

We will meet at Gold Bar parking lot at 6:30 PM. Leaving right at 6:35 PM. Please ensure you have good hiking foot wear and are well hydrated. Everyone is welcome even if you are not interested in backpacking, although this will be a fast paced hike/conditioning event.

Afterwards we can go for some well deserved refreshments and snacks at the Hilltop Pub: 8220-106 Avenue.

Required Items to Bring:
Good foot wear
Clothing appropriate for the weather
Water

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Money for snacks afterwards at the Hilltop Pub

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

To get to Goldbar park, drive north on 50th street past 109A Avenue. Follow the cross-country ski sign and turn right. Go past the treatment plant and the parking lot is on the left. We will meet in the parking lot. Check out Mark's picture on the "Volunteers" page. Mark will be wearing a blue EOC hat, and hanging a yellow hat from his car antenna.

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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!