Maitland Trail – Black Hole Road to Benmiller

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Maitland Trail – Black Hole Road to Benmiller

September 22, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

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MAITLAND TRAIL—BLACK HOLE ROAD TO BENMILLER
Time:  9:00 am sharp
Terrain: Challenging
Pace: Medium
Distance: 11.5 km.
Duration: 5-6 hrs (1 hour travel each way,3 hrs hiking, lunch break).
Meet up Location:  northwest corner Giant Tiger parking lot, Huron St. Stratford at 9:00 AM to car pool to starting point.  Car shuttle will be used. Return to Stratford by 3 PM.
This trail follows the Maitland River’s meandering route, through the gorge, along a hog’s back ridge, through mature woodland, Morris Tract and Falls Reserve CA.  There are steep up and down sections, some with stairs.  It is a scenic section of the Maitland Trail ending at Benmiller. There are two outhouses along the route and an area for picnicking in the Falls Reserve CA
Pack a snack, lunch and water.
Bug spray and sun protection advisable.
Wear supportive comfortable footwear. 
This is a challenging hike, be prepared! 

RSVP to Meg : megwestley@gmail.com  if planning to join hike.

Details

Date:
September 22, 2018
Time:
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Venue

Northwest Corner of Giant Tiger Parking Lot