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JOIN US FOR A FUN & CHALLENGING HIKE this long weekend! Our last weekend of Summer will go out with a bang! We've done this hike many times. This hike is one of my favourites and a very enjoyable and challenging hike. With such beautiful views and amazing lookout points, you'll have some amazing gorgeous photos by the whirlpool to show off to all your friends and family! Make sure your phone is fully charged, as you'll be taking lots of photos!
Here is what to expect:
- 9km or less - technical hike loop suitable for intermediate-level hikers
- forested paths with areas that are really going to work your legs and glutes
- technical hiking over tree roots and lots and lots of rocks
- 238m elevation gain
- rope climbing section
- lunch by the whirlpool (bring your own lunch)
- clean washrooms at the Niagara Glen nature centre
- hiking spots include some steep climbs, stairs, and a rope climbing section
What you need to bring:
- wear hiking shoes/hiking boots (check the weather before you leave)
- pack at least 8 cups of water or beverage (at least 4 × 500ml bottles)
- lunch and snacks
- Optional: hiking poles. I have 2 extra if anyone needs.
The terrain is rocky. Be prepared for all conditions on trail including mud.
MEETING SPOT:
Park at the Niagara Glen Nature centre
3050 Niagara River Pkwy
If parking here is full, park nearby and walk 15 mins from:
Whirlpool Adventure Course
Whirlpool Golf Course
Butterfly Conservatory
MEETING TIME:
We start at 11:30am. Please arrive by 11:15am. I will guide everyone through a warmup and then we will start the hike.
If you are late, I will share my location in the chat group and you can follow the location to find the group.
CARPOOL REQUESTS:
Once you've booked your spot, join the whatsapp group and post your request for a ride. Everyone that posts for a ride ends up getting one. Alternatively, you can arrange to rent a car with other people who need a ride and share the cost. You can also invite a friend or family member who drives to join the hike. This group is open to everyone.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED - 30 SPOTS
This meetup will be capped at 30 spots. To join, please reserve a spot by sending the meetup fee as outlined below:
Meetup fee:
$35+hst ($39.60) until 6pm Thursday August 8
$40+hst ($45.20) after 6:01pm Friday August 9.
5 Day Hiking Pass (tax-free) for $110.
Can be used on ANY 5 hikes (valid until December 31st, 2024) up to $25/event. Please etransfer the difference if event is more than $25/event.
Please keep track of your hikes. If you confirm after the early bird deadline (6pm Thursday/Friday), please etransfer the difference as follows:
$15 before 6pm Thursday August 8
$20 after 6pm Friday August 9 (or use 2 passes)
$22 × 5 = $110 (don't pay tax)
Bonus 1: pay up front and save the tax.
Bonus 2: save time by sending one etransfer.
Bonus 3: everyone who registers for the 5 day hiking pass receives a FREE yearly calendar that you can track your hikes with.
Note: once you confirm your spot and your name is added to the list, a session is counted.
Please e-transfer to [email protected] and I will add you to the list! Include your NAME + "NIAGARA" in the message.* Please also include the $5.99 annual one- time fee if this is your first event in 2024.
Please always specify in your etransfer messages your name and meetup event.
Meetup fees help support in the extensive work involved in planning, organizing, and coordinating events for this group. *
Please join the whatsapp group. Link will be provided in the event. Meetup fees are final (no refunds).
See you there!
Christine Salib
Admin of Toronto & GTA Meetups
Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor, PTS, FIS, NWS, MBS
Hike Leader
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
3050 Niagara River Pkwy, 3054 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON L2E, Canada,Niagara Falls, Ontario