Hi Reader,

Here are the details for this weekend’s hike. I’m hoping the weather forecast improves, but please note: if Saturday gets rained out, we’ll try again on Sunday. I’ll send an email by 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning if we need to cancel.

Hike Details

Date: Saturday Oct. 18th
​Trail: Wishart Park Trail (new this summer)
​Location: Wishart Park on 4th Line (between Great Northern Rd. & Landslide Rd.)
​Description: This is a beautiful in-and-out trail through rolling hardwood forest, with an open field about three-quarters of the way in. I was quite impressed with it overall, and feel it's a great addition to our local trail network.
​Distance: Approx. 5 km (round trip)
​Time: 1 to 1.5 hours
​Rating: Moderate – I’d call it a 5/10 for our age group due to the elevation changes.
​Terrain: Mostly smooth, with few roots or rocks, similar to the Pinder Trail. The challenge comes from the frequent ups and downs, so good cardio fitness is a important is you find you get winded easily.

Logistics

• Meet: 10:30 a.m. sharp – Wishart Park parking lot
• Hike start: 10:40 a.m., following a short trail prep talk
• Cancellation: Email update by 8:00 a.m. Saturday if weather forces a cancelation
• Rain date: Sunday (for those who can make it). An email will be sent by 8:00am Sunday if this one must be cancelled too.

What to Bring

• Footwear with good tread (the clay path can be slippery if wet)
• Water
• Weather-appropriate layers
• Signed waiver (if you haven’t already submitted one)

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Please let me know if you plan to attend.​
We need at least four confirmed participants for the hike to go ahead.

If you have any questions, feel free to reply or call me at 971-2632.

Looking forward to another great day on the trail,
​
​Lou