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CANCELLED Winter Rendezvous Mountsberg

  • 23 Feb 2022
  • 9:30 AM
  • Mountsberg Conservation Area

Registration

  • Non-members are welcome to participate in two club events prior to joining.

Winter Rendezvous Mountsberg

Ski/Snowshoe/Hike

Wednesday February 23, 2022

Arrival Time: Between 9:30 – 10:00 a.m.


This is NOT a guided activity.

The plan: HOC members rendezvous at Mountsberg Conservation Area on the morning of Feb 23rd, arriving anytime between 9:30 and 10:00 and staying for 3 hours (maximum time allowed). You can choose whether to xc ski, snowshoe, or hike.

Think of this as being like a ski/snowshoe day trip, where we all arrive at a destination and do our own thing, BUT there will be an opportunity to share the trails with other HOC members. Perhaps once you see who else is registered you will plan to meet up or just take your chances and join someone upon arrival. You could also organize your own small group and register together in a specific time slot.

Registration: There are two parts:

1.     You must register on-line to book a visit to Mountsberg Conservation Area.

·       Go to parkvisit.ca Reservation (parkpassproject.com)

·       Choose Mountsberg

·       Choose whether you are a Member or Non-member of Conservation Halton (enter your membership number if you are a member)

·       Choose Feb 23

·       Choose a time slot that starts between 9:30 and 10:00. If these times are full, you can try earlier than 9:30

·       Pay on-line: Adults $9.50. Seniors $7.50

2.     Register on the HOC Events Calendar. This allows everyone to see who else is coming and gives us an idea of total numbers attending.

HOC is not limiting numbers but there may be restrictions for Mountsberg, so we advise you to book as soon as possible. You may self cancel from both registrations. If you cancel your Mountsberg reservation, you will receive a refund.

Upon arrival: Gear up and start your chosen activity. You are bound to meet others at the start or on the trail.  We will not be gathering as a group, as we typically do. If you see Jim and Patti at the start or out on the trails, say hi and feel free to ask them any questions. 

Terrain and Conditions:  Most trails are relatively wide, flat and conducive to xc skiing and/or snowshoeing. Mountsberg does not groom or track set their trails for skiing but with use, the trails may be packed down.

Bring: If you are hiking, icers (traction devices) and poles will be useful. If you plan to ski or snowshoe but conditions are questionable, bring hiking boots etc. so you have an alternate activity. Carry water, snacks, extra layers, and a mask. 

Highlight: Apart from the pretty trails and forests, Mountsberg is home to a Raptor Centre, where you can come nose to beak (almost) with a variety of stunning birds of prey. The Raptor Centre is located right beside the parking lot and it is included with your day pass. It is well worth a visit if you haven’t been.

Mountsberg Map: You can download and print this map to bring along with you TrailGuide_Mountsberg.pdf

The club’s Covid-19 Safety Guidelines will be observed.

Coordinators: Jim and Patti Blair pblair24@cogeco.ca 905 906 6941

HOPE TO SEE LOTS OF YOU ON THE TRAILS


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