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Merritthon (Limited Edition Badge)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/merritthon-limited-edition-badge/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Port Dalhousie Heritage District, Public ParkingHike Leader(s): Faye Perkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 47 kmDescription
The Welland Canal is an engineering achievement that has shaped the economic and transportation landscape of the Niagara Region for two centuries, and it continues to be at the center of our ongoing development. Come celebrate the history of the Welland Canal as you hike, run, jog and/or walk From Port Colborne to Port Dalhousie,This is the last year that we will be offering the the Limited Edition badge.
This distance challenge, is a self-guided hike along a mainly paved trail. A map of the trail can be found at: http://niagarabrucetrail.club/wp/badges/ under the Merritthon badge
Fee: $50 includes Bus transport to start of hike, checkpoints, badge and helps to support the Bruce Trail Conservancy in its mission to preserve a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.
BUS LEAVES AT 7:00 SHARP. Late arrivers will need to check in and make their own way to Port Colborne
Check in: At Port Dalhousie Parking Lot St Catharines from 6:40. Buses will transport hikers to Port Colborne.
Route: Follow the yellow blazes from Port Colborne to Port Dalhousie back to the parking lot
What to bring: Bring your own water and snacks. Wear comfortable sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.Extra water and snacks will be available at the checkpoints.
FAQ’s
What if it rains? This is a rain or shine event.
What if I need to drop out? Trail Angel’s will be available from the checkpoints.
How long will it take to finish? We estimate that the hike will take between 8 and 9 hours. If you do not reach the last checkpoint by 3:30pm you will have to withdraw
Is my ticket/registration transferable/refundable? yes. Refundable up to 30 days before event but not transferrable. Please let us know if you cannot make it.
What if I want to run the course? If you intend to run the course, please send an email to Faye Perkins (below) so that we can ensure that we have volunteers in place early. Please ensure that you bring drinks and your electrolytes.
Contact: Faye Perkins at faye.perkins7469@gmail.com 416 843 9274