Wednesday Conditioning Hike: New North East Trails Explorer - Wed, May 23 2018

Wednesday Conditioning Hike: New North East Trails Explorer (5/23/2018)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

1359 167 Ave NE, Edmonton

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, May 23 2018 6:45 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, May 23 2018 5:15:00 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:

10 (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 6:50 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. This week we will travel along single track trails that connect all the way to the Raven Crest Golf Course, on the North bank of the river across from Strathcona County.

Bring you weighted backpack for training if you want

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.
This walk will be at a brisk pace.

Afterwards we can go for some well deserved refreshments and snacks at Franco's Pizzeria on 132nd Ave, and 50 Street.

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.

Black Diamond style hiking poles

Bring you weighted backpack for training if you want

Money for snacks afterwards at Franco's Pizzeria

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:

This walk will be at a brisk pace.
- 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!