HAPPY NEW DECADE, HAPPY NEW YEAR

Friday January 1, 2010 - Time: 10:00 am
Start the year off on the right foot: On snowshoes. We carpool to the Snowmobilers’ Parking Lot and follow the snowmobile
trail to the Pretty River Side Trail and return to the parking lot via the main trail. Bring a lunch and beverage.
Pace: Moderate Level: Intermediate
Distance: 6.6 km
Map: 23. Edition 25
Leader: Rosemary Petrie (705) 293-4444 - petrie6524@rogers.com

Wednesday, January 6, 2010 - Time: 9:30 am
We will carpool to the parking lot at 15 / 16 Sideroad in Singhampton
then commence a loop hike through the Nottawasaga Bluffs on our snow shoes. There will be great views and varied terrain. Bring a drink and a snack and for those who wish we can finish off with a lunch at Mylar and Loreta’s.
Pace: Moderate Level of difficulty: Intermediate
Distance: 7km approx. Map: 22. Edition 25
Leader: Paul Carnahan (705) 428-3022

Saturday January 9, 2010 - Time: 9:30 am
XC ski tour in the Kolapore Uplands. (Note: no snowshoeing and no dogs allowed on the Kolapore ski trails). We carpool to parking lot “N” on Gray Rd. #2. We will ski a loop on Kolapore Church (via the Gulch), Marc’s Folly, Red Death and Paradise Highway. Good hills to challenge your downhill skills! Dress in layers. Touring ski gear definitely recommended! Bring lunch and beverages.
Pace: Moderate Level: Intermediate
Distance: Approx. 10 km
Leader: Ray Walker (705) 445-2272 - jrwalker@rogers.com

Wednesday January 13, 2010 - Time: 9:30 am
The Loree Forest is a good place for a snowshoe hike at this time of year. We will car pool to the forest entrance pathway on the 21st Sideroad and complete a loop hike through the forest, with great views of Georgian Bay. Following the hike, there will be an optional lunch stop in Collingwood. Bring water and snacks
Pace: Easy Level: Novice
Distance: 7 km Map. 24. Edition 25
Leader: Sharon Emerson (705) 444-0750 - sharon.emerson@sympatico.ca

Saturday January 16, 2010 - Time: 9.00 am
Caledon Hills Section. We drive to Mono Centre (about 45 minutes from Collingwood south on Airport Road) and park in the village parking lot. We take the Cliff Top Side Trail to McCarston’s Lake Side Trail. Lunch on Lookout Side Trail overlooking the Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. Return on the Main Trail to Mono Centre. Bring beverages and a lunch. Some hikers may consider stopping off at the inn in Mono Centre after the hike.
Pace: Moderate Level: Intermediate
Distance: 8 km Map: 19. Edition 25
Leader: John Myers (705) 444-1756 - johnamyers@rogers.com

Wednesday January 20, 2010 - Time: 9:30 am
We will carpool to the parking lot at 15 / 16 Sideroad in Singhampton
and explore the Nottawasaga Bluffs. This is a great place for snowshoeing/hiking, offering several options in length, difficulty, beauty and views. Bring a beverage and a light snack. Following the hike will be an optional lunch at Mylar and Loreta’s – one of our favourite restaurants.
Pace: Easy Level of difficulty: Novice
Distance: 6-8 km Map: 22. Edition 25
Leader: Sue Niblett (705) 445-4751 - nibs@bconnex.net

Saturday January 23, 2010 - Time: 9:30 am
We will carpool to Duntroon sideroad (km 34.7) of the Blue Mountain Section to commence a snowshoe hike of the Nottawasaga Lookout Provincial Nature Reserve. The hike will terminate at the Singhampton Caves Parking lot (km 39.8). Following the hike there will be an optional lunch in Singhampton. Bring water and a snack.
Pace: Moderate Level: Intermediate
Distance: Approx. 6 km Map 23. Edition 25
Leader: Del Cook (705) 445-5990 - delcook@rogers.com

Wednesday January 27, 2010 - Time: 9:30 am
We will carpool to km 20.6 of the Dufferin Section and snowshoe north through fields and bush to km 27. This is hilly country with beautiful views. Bring lunch and beverages.
Pace: Moderate Level: Intermediate
Distance. 6.4 km Map: 20 Edition 25
Leader: Herman Ohrt (705) 446-1440 - hermanohrt@sympatico.ca

Saturday January 30, 2010 - Time: 9:30 am
We will carpool to km 9.1 of the Blue Mountain Club on #6/7 Sideroad
Nottawasaga. This offers good snowshoeing in a mix of terrains.
We will hike to 15.7 and leave cars at each end. A stop for hot soup at nearby “Fruit of the Glen” will be an après-hike option. Bring water and snacks.
Pace: Moderate Level: Intermediate
Distance: 6.8 km Map: 22. Edition 25
Leader: Dick Edwards (705) 445-5849 - redwards@georgian.net