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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230518T084500
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SUMMARY:Members Only Hike - Maitland Trail from Black Hole to Ben Miller
DESCRIPTION:Pop-Up Hike for 2023 – May 18 \nLeader: Tracy \nDetails: Registration IS REQUIRED for this hike. \nClick HERE for more details. 
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/members-only-hike-maitland-trail-from-black-hole-to-ben-miller/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221022T170000
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UID:15033-1666425600-1666458000@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT!! 5th Annual Wildwood Challenge - 22 on 22 in 22
DESCRIPTION:Save the date – October 22\, 2022.  \n \nThe Wildwood Challenge is back for the 5th year\, 22-22-22. (22  kilometres on the 22nd of October in 2022).  \n Each hiker goes at their own pace as the trail leads around Wildwood Lake\, south of Stratford near St. Marys.  All participants earn a badge. Two refreshment stations will be encountered along the route. \n 
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/5th-annual-wildwood-challenge-22-on-22-in-22/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220827T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220827T143000
DTSTAMP:20220728T205314Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T205314Z
UID:14810-1661589900-1661610600@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Thames Valley Trail - River Valley Golf Couse to St. Marys (Water St.)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY August 27\, 2022:  THAMES VALLEY TRAIL – RIVER VALLEY GOLF COURSE TO ST. MARY’S (Water Street).   \nRegistration is required as there are limited spots available. Masks required for car pooling and car shuffle (driver’s discretion).  \nMeet at 8:45AM in the NW corner of the Giant Tiger parking lot\, to carpool to starting point\, departing at 9:00AM sharp. \nDistance:  10km\nPace:  Medium to fast\nTerrain:  Moderate to Challenging\n Duration: 5 hours (1 hr. travel\, including car shuffle\, 3 hrs hike) \n This section of the trail is rugged\, with steep slopes and often stony ground.  Trail may be slippery when wet\, numerous groundhog holes along edges of fields.  Heavy concentration of hardwood forest in parts. (Map 6 Thames Valley Trail guide). \nPlease bring water\, snack or lunch\, insect repellent\, sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking shoes.  Dress appropriately for the weather. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts recommended to prevent tick access. \nFor further information or to join the hike\, please contact Hike Leader: Tracy at:  gonorth49@gmail.com
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/thames-valley-trail-river-valley-golf-couse-to-st-marys-water-st/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220820T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220820T150000
DTSTAMP:20220802T224037Z
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UID:14813-1660983300-1661007600@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Maitland Trail - Black Hole Road to BenMiller
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY AUGUST 20\, : MAITLAND TRAIL—BLACK HOLE ROAD TO BENMILLER – Registration is required as there are limited spots available. We will hike rain or shine. Carpooling available but not guaranteed.  \nMeet at 8:15AM at NW parking lot of Giant Tiger (477 Huron St\, Stratford\, N5A 5T8) for 8:30am sharp departure to car pool to starting point. \nDistance: 12 km.\nPace: Medium.\nTerrain: Challenging.\nDuration: 6 hrs (1 hr travel each way\, 4 hrs hiking\, lunch break).   \nDetails:  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 Conservation Area. This is a CHALLENGING hike with steep up and down sections\, some with stairs.  There are washrooms and an area for picnicking in the Falls Reserve C.A.  \nCar shuttle will be used. MASKS REQUIRED for car pooling and shuttle (at driver’s discretion).\nReturn to Stratford by 3 PM. \nPack a snack\, lunch and water. Bug spray and sun protection advisable. Wear supportive comfortable footwear. \nFor more information or to join the hike please contact Hike Leader: Tracy’s email:    gonorth49@gmail.com
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/maitland-trail-black-hole-road-to-benmiller-3/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211023T081000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211023T153000
DTSTAMP:20210830T143859Z
CREATED:20210830T143859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T143859Z
UID:13335-1634976600-1635003000@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Wildwood Round - following Public Health Recommendations
DESCRIPTION:To join the hike or for more information\, you MUST contact Hike Leader Bruce: brucedgraham@gmail.com\n \nDistance:  total 22 km\nPace: Medium- fast\nTerrain: Challenging (due to pace and distance)\nDuration: 7 hours (including driving\, hike and lunch)\n \nMeeting and Time: \nMeet at rear Of Boston Pizza\, 729 Erie Street\, Stratford.  Meet at 8:10 am for 8:30 am (sharp) departure. Carpool to starting point optional – or drive yourself.  Return to Stratford by 3:30 PM.\n \nHike Route Overview:\nLimited spaces\, reservation with Hike Leader required.  We will hike the blue Lake Trail around Wildwood Reservoir\, commencing and finishing at the carpark. Some views over fields\, beautiful fall forest walking.\n \nRecommendations: Rain or shine.  Pack a snack\, lunch and water. Insect repellent and sun protection advisable. Wear supportive\, comfortable footwear and dress according to the weather.\n \nCHECK https://avontrail.ca/category/news/ prior to hike for possible changes/updates
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/wildwood-round-following-public-health-recommendations/
LOCATION:Rear Parking Lot behind Boston Pizza\, 729 Erie St.\, Stratford\, ON N4Z 1A1
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201024T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201024T153000
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UID:11743-1603529100-1603553400@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Wildwood Hike - 2 Options
DESCRIPTION:Saturday October 24: Wildwood Hike – 2 Options! \n Route Overview: both options follow a woodland trail of great natural appeal. The trail is well maintained and well-marked but can be moderately challenging in places. \nOption 1: For Hardy Hikers (rain or shine)\nBruce will lead a challenging full Wildwood Hike (as per WW Challenge) – a circuit around the lake.\nDistance 22km. Pace: Medium-fast. Terrain: moderate. Duration: approx. 6 ½ hours\nMeet at Wildwood Kiosk\, 3995 9th Line\, Perth South ON.\nTime: 8:45am. Depart at 9:00 am sharp. Return to kiosk by 3:30 pm.\nBring water\, snack\, and lunch. Wear appropriate footwear for trail hiking and dress in layers appropriate for weather.\n Social distancing will be observed. It is essential that you contact Bruce in advance if you plan to participate (limited spaces): brucedgraham@gmail.com \n Option 2: For the Slightly-Less-Hardy (may be postponed if weather is poor)\nMeg will lead the half-hike\, from the Kiosk to the bridge on 115.\n Distance: 8km. Pace: Medium. Terrain: moderate. Duration: approx. 3 ½ hours\nMeet at Wildwood Kiosk\, at 3995 9th Line\, Perth South ON.\nTime: 8:45am. Depart at 9:00am sharp. Arrive at bridge by 12:00-12:30.\nBring water\, snack\, and lunch. Wear appropriate footwear for trail hiking and dress in layers appropriate for weather. A car shuffle will be required – so masks essential (while driving with others)\nSocial distancing will be observed. It is essential that you contact Meg in advance if you plan to participate (limited #s): megwestley@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/wildwood-hike-2-options/
LOCATION:Wildwood Kiosk\, 3995 9th Line\, Perth South ON.
CATEGORIES:Moderate Hikes,Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190622T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190622T163000
DTSTAMP:20190319T012127Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T012127Z
UID:7213-1561193100-1561221000@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Fanshawe Lake Trail
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY JUNE 22: Fanshawe Lake Trail\nPlease Read before participating. \nMeetup Location:  Boston Pizza Rear Parking Lot\nTime:: 8:45 am\nDistance 20 km.\nPace: Moderate.\nTerrain: Challenging (due to hills and distance).\nDuration: approx. 7.0 hours (1.25 hr travel\, 5.5 hrs walking). \nDetails: Meet 8:45 AM at Boston Pizza to carpool to starting point\, leaving 9:00 AM sharp.  Return by 4:30 PM. This is a loop path that encircles Fanshawe Reservoir. Long views over the water\, forested settings and playgrounds make this a very interesting walk. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring packed lunch. Bring $8.00 cash for Fanshawe entry fee. \nFor further information or to join the hike\, please contact Hike Leader: Bruce G brucedgraham@gmail.com
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/fanshawe-lake-trail/
LOCATION:Rear Parking Lot behind Boston Pizza\, 729 Erie St.\, Stratford\, ON N4Z 1A1
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190615T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190615T160000
DTSTAMP:20190319T012244Z
CREATED:20190319T011002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T012244Z
UID:7209-1560588300-1560614400@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Maitland Trail
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY JUNE 15\, 2019: MAITLAND TRAIL (km 49.2 to 35.6).\nPlease Read before participating. \nMeetup Location:  Giant Tiger Parking Lot NW corner\nTime: 8:45 am\nDistance: 13.6 km.\nPace: Medium to Fast.\nTerrain: Challenging.\nDuration: 6-7 hours (2.5 hrs travel\, including car shuffles\, hike 3 hrs\, break 30 mins). \nDetails: Meet at 8:45 AM at Giant Tiger parking lot to carpool to the starting point\, departing at 9am sharp. Return by 4pm (later if you opt for lunch out at end). If you plan to meet at the starting point\, please email the leader for exact parking details. We will hike along the Maitland River\, through meadows\, forests (of cedar\, hemlock\, and pine)\, crossing the GART at one point\, with steep up and downs from the river level to ridge tops. We will be on roads for 5 km. (Map 5\, 6\, & 7 of the Maitland trail guide.) 2 outhouses on the trail. Bring water\, snack or lunch\, insect repellent & sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts recommended to prevent tick access. OPTIONAL: late lunch at the Beach Street Station restaurant\, in Goderich (gorgeous view of the lake). \nFor further information or to join the hike\, please contact Hike Leader: Tracy gonorth49@gmail.com
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/maitland-trail/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T140000
DTSTAMP:20190524T015322Z
CREATED:20190319T005211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T015322Z
UID:7198-1558773900-1558792800@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Thames Valley Trail - River Valley Golf Course to St. Mary's
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY MAY 25\, 2019: THAMES VALLEY TRAIL – RIVER VALLEY GOLF COURSE TO ST. MARY’S (Water Street).\nPlease Read before participating. \nMeetup Location:  Boston Pizza Rear Parking Lot\nTime:  8:45 am\nDistance: 10km.\nPace: Medium to fast.\n Terrain: Moderate to Challenging.\nDuration: 5 hours (1 hr. travel\, including car shuffle\, 3 hrs hike). \nDetails: Meet at 8:45AM  behind Boston Pizza to carpool to starting point\, departing at 9am sharp. Return by 2pm (later if you opt to go for lunch). This section of the trail is rugged\, with steep slopes and often stony ground. Trail may be slippery when wet\, numerous groundhog holes along edges of fields. Heavy concentration of hardwood forest in parts. (Map 6 Thames Valley Trail guide).  Please bring water\, snack or lunch\, insect repellent\, sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts recommended to prevent tick access. Optional lunch at O’Leary’s Creamery pub\, in St. Mary’s. \nFor further information or to join the hike\, please contact Hike Leader: Tracy:  gonorth49@gmail.com
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/thames-valley-trail-river-valley-golf-course-to-st-marys/
LOCATION:Rear Parking Lot behind Boston Pizza\, 729 Erie St.\, Stratford\, ON N4Z 1A1
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190518T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190518T133000
DTSTAMP:20190517T161059Z
CREATED:20190319T004753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T161059Z
UID:7196-1558169100-1558186200@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Schneiders Woods South and New Organic Loop
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY MAY 18: SCHNEIDER’S WOODS SOUTH AND NEW ORGANIC LOOP\nPlease Read before participating. \nMeetup Location:  Allman Arena\nTime:  8:45 am\nDistance: 8.5 km.\nPace: Moderate.\nTerrain: Challenging (hills).\n Duration: 4.5 hours (1.5 hrs travel\, 3 hrs walking). \nDetails: Meet 8:45 AM at Allman Arena to car pool to starting point\, leaving 9:00 AM sharp.  Car shuffle will be used. Return to Stratford by 1:30pm. Includes part of Schneider’s property  south of Carmel Koch Rd plus the new “Organic Loop” section of the Avon Trail. Dress\nappropriately for the weather. Bring packed lunch. \nFor further information or to join the hike\, please contact Hike Leader: Bruce brucedgraham@gmail.com
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/schneiders-woods-south-and-new-organic-loop/
LOCATION:Allman Arena North Parking Lot\, Lakeside Drive\, Stratford
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190511T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190511T140000
DTSTAMP:20190319T012640Z
CREATED:20190319T004136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T012640Z
UID:7192-1557564300-1557583200@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Lobb Trail
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY MAY 11: LOBB TRAIL\nPlease Read before participating. \nMeetup Location:  Giant Tiger Parking Lot – NW corner\nTime:  8:45 am\nDistance: 7 km loop.\nPace: Medium.\nTerrain: Challenging (rolling hills and one steep section).\nDuration: 4-5 hrs (1.5 hrs travel\, 2.5 hrs hike\, possible lunch) \nDetails: Meet 8:45 AM at Giant Tiger parking lot for 9AM sharp departure to carpool approximately 50 minutes to School House Road and Maitland Line\, northeast of Clinton. This trail runs through mature woodlots and meadow along the Maitland River. There may be a\nbeautiful show of spring wildflowers. Please bring water\, sunscreen\, repellant\, and snacks.  Dress in sturdy footwear and layered clothing. Optional lunch in Clinton after. Back in Stratford  around 2 pm. \nFor further information or to join the hike\, please contact Hike Leader: Renee Lehnen\, 905-616-0454\, reneelehnen@hotmail.com .
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/lobb-trail/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190315T170000
DTSTAMP:20190121T212800Z
CREATED:20190121T212211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190121T212800Z
UID:6876-1552293000-1552669200@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:End to End Hike
DESCRIPTION:March 11-15/19 – St.Mary’s to Conestoga – 113km over 5 days during Spring Break. Meet at 8:30am & carpool to start. End to end badge available. \nBrisk pace. Medium Terrain. \nFor further information\, details & to register\, please contact hike leader Ruth Moffatt 905-928-7056.  ruthdmoffatt@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/end-to-end-hike/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190202T140000
DTSTAMP:20181117T211653Z
CREATED:20181117T211653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181117T211653Z
UID:6682-1549098000-1549116000@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Alternate Weather Date for Cross Country Ski at Musselman/Schneider Woods
DESCRIPTION:Please Read before participating. \nMeet Up Location: EB Games\nDeparture Time is 9:00 AM Sharp\nTerrain: Moderate to Challenging\nPace: Medium\nDuration: 3-4 hrs\nDistance: 5-6 km \nDetails:    MEET AT 9:00 AM\, EB GAMES\, to car pool to destination\, OR meet at 9:45 at trail head Km 86.9 on Carmel-Koch Rd. This venue boasts superb cross-country ski trails with lots of hills\, open spaces and woodland trails. Not suitable for beginner skiers. Participants must have own skis. Note: trails are reserved for skiers only; no snowshoes! Optional: lunch together in St. Agatha following a brisk ski. See www.avontrail.ca/Announcements for alternate date announcement.  \nHike Leader: If interested\, please  contact Meg megwestley@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/alternate-weather-date-for-cross-country-ski-at-musselman-schneider-woods/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180930T170000
DTSTAMP:20180711T021130Z
CREATED:20180711T021130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180711T021130Z
UID:5088-1538208000-1538326800@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Maitland El Camino Hike
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY & SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29 & 30: MAITLAND EL CAMINO HIKE.    \nSee www.maitlantrail.ca for details.
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/maitland-el-camino-hike-2/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180922T150000
DTSTAMP:20180711T020150Z
CREATED:20180711T020150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180711T020150Z
UID:5079-1537606800-1537628400@avontrail.ca
SUMMARY:Maitland Trail - Black Hole Road to Benmiller
DESCRIPTION:Please Read before participating. \nMAITLAND TRAIL—BLACK HOLE ROAD TO BENMILLER\nTime:  9:00 am sharp\nTerrain: Challenging\n Pace: Medium\nDistance: 11.5 km. \nDuration: 5-6 hrs (1 hour travel each way\,3 hrs hiking\, lunch break).\nMeet 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.\nThis 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\nPack a snack\, lunch and water.\nBug spray and sun protection advisable.\nWear supportive comfortable footwear. \nThis is a challenging hike\, be prepared!  \nRSVP to Meg : megwestley@gmail.com  if planning to join hike.
URL:https://avontrail.ca/event/maitland-trail-black-hole-road-to-benmiller/
CATEGORIES:Strenuous Hikes
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