Coach Trip: Sept 25 to 27 Saugeen Peninsula Hiking Weekend

Trip Information
Departure Time: 07:00
Return to City Time: 20:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Trip Activities
Moderate group ($0.01)
Fast group ($0.01)
Optional Items
Pickup at HWY 400 and Major Mac ($0.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Coach Trips
Location (Google Maps): Evergreen Resort, Red Bay

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Robin Crombie, Roland Mark and Tim Wainwright Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate - some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky
Distance (km): Moderate 12km, Fast 15 to 18 km

Description

Departure: Friday September 25

• 7AM from 10 York Mills Rd
• 7:20 AM from HWY 400 and Major Mackenzie Dr Park and Ride

Return: Sunday September 27 between 7 and 8 PM

Join us for three days of guided hiking on the beautiful Saugeen Peninsula. Spend your days on the Bruce Trail and your evenings at Evergreen Resort (https://evergreenresortredbay.com/index.html) overlooking Lake Huron.

We will explore the Skinner's Bluff, Colpoy's Bay, Cape Crocker, Hope Bay, Rush Cove, Barrow Bay, Lion’s Head, and/or Cape Chin areas, using both the main trail and some fun side trails. You will be treated to scenic lunch spots, cool dolostone cliffs, neat crevasses, beautiful shale beaches, and lots of awesome views of Georgian Bay. Come prepared for some strenuous climbs, some challenging footing over boulders and crevasses, and some exposed sections.  There will be a moderate group (hiking about 12 km each day) and a fast group (hiking between 15 and 18 km each day). Both groups will do full day hikes with no dropouts.

Please note the Peninsula section is rugged. These hikes are not suitable for people who are afraid of heights. All fit, experienced hikers comfortable walking on this type or terrain are welcome. There won't be a sightseeing group or other activities for non-hikers.

Accommodation is in one-, two-, and three-bedroom cottages (linens, bedding, and towels provided). Each cottage has a full bathroom, fridge, and heater. The resort has a hot tub and a private beach perfect for viewing sunsets. Cost is $370.75 per person (plus taxes and gratuity extra). This includes two nights’ accommodation, two dinners, two breakfasts, and two boxed lunches. Another group will be at Evergreen Resort the same weekend as us. To ensure there is space for all participants and we can run this trip, all cottages must be shared, all bedrooms in all cottages must be occupied, and some bedrooms will need to be shared. The one-bedroom cottages have a sitting area with a small table, two chairs, and a couch, a three piece bathroom, and a bedroom with two double beds. Each one bedroom cottage needs to be occupied by two people.

Coach fare is $180 for members, $200 for non-members, and $110 for children.

Registration instructions:

Please find roommates / cottagemates before you register. To avoid problems, make sure you and your roommate(s) reserve your cottage and your seats on the coach at the same time. If you're new to our coach trips and don't have a friend who would like to join you, contact Martina for help finding a roommate.

1. Call Evergreen Resort at 519-534-1868 to book your cottage.
2. To reserve your seat on the bus, register here starting on Friday June 12th at 8:00 PM.

Cancellation policy: While we are hoping for sunshine, the trip cannot be cancelled due to weather. Coach fare is non-refundable.