July 9 – Free Spirit Tours "Paddle the Beaver River"
Embark on a guided tour of the Beaver River with Free Spirit Tours. You will meet your tour guide at the Free Spirit post in Heathcote and and take a shuttle to Epping, where your gear will be waiting for you! Then, paddle the 2 hours back to Heathcote and drive the short distance to meet up with your friends (hopefully some new!) for an outdoor picnic at Heathcote park (please pack your own).
Cost: $60/PP Guided paddle with rentals.
Meet: 10:00 AM - Free spirit parking lot, Heathcote
July 16 – Hiking with the Viking "Sunset & Fireflies"
Meet local guide Annette Sandberg for a unique hike to enjoy the sunset at Old Baldy in Kimberely while the fireflies are getting ready for their light show. Then hike back and watch them dance under the moonbeams of the darkening sky. Annette is a certified hiking guide with an extensive background in wildness & remote first aid, and search and rescue. In addition, she is a local historian with a wealth of knowledge of the history of the escarpment. You will be sure to leave your hike with Annette much more knowledgeable about your local surroundings. Pack an evening snack, a warm beverage, headlamp, and a blanket/pad to sit on.
Cost: $25/PP (cost will decrease with more than 10 participants)
Meet: 7:45 PM Fisher Fields Parking Lot (6th & 10th line) Follow Annette to Old Baldy (20 minute drive) for a 2 hour guided hike.
July 23 – RAD Adventures "Three Stage"
Clinic for Intermediate/advanced Riders
Expect to gain confidence and learn flow on trails that are rocky and have an abundance of tree roots. There will be some short punchy climbs as well as longer ones and flatter sections of sheer flow. Expect to be rewarded with beautiful rolling sections of single track through this beautiful old-growth forest, while picking up some confidence building skills along the way. There will be opportunities to take in awe-inspiring views of the surrounding valley and bluffs along the escarpment.
What's included:
- 45 minute to an hour group lesson
- Exploring one of the best scenic areas in our region
- Learning to navigate this treasure of a natural area, so that you can ride it on your own at a later date
- Individualized help throughout ride
- Exploring one of the best scenic areas in our Region
Cost: $150/PP (After clinic stay and enjoy tailgate cold beverages and apps from Tesoros). Coaches will be on hand for another half hour to answer any questions
Meet: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Three Stage mountain bike area
July 30 – RAD Adventures "Kolapore Uplands"
Clinic for beginner/intermediate Riders
Meet your Coaches at the trailhead (Kolapore Parking Lot on Grey Road 2; south of Grey Road 19) and be prepared to have an amazing time! You will a 45 minute lesson and then start exploring some local single-track treasures in the spectacular Kolapore Uplands. Expect to gain confidence and learn flow on trails that are rocky and have an abundance of tree roots. There will be some short uphill pedals and flatter sections of trail. Expect to be rewarded with beautiful rolling sections of single track through this beautiful old-growth forest. There will be opportunities to take in awe-inspiring views of the surrounding valley and bluffs along the escarpment.
What's included:
- 45 minute to an hour group lesson
- Exploring one of the best scenic areas in our region
- Learning to navigate this treasure of a natural area, so that you can ride it on your own at a later date
- Individualized help throughout ride
- Exploring one of the best scenic areas in our Region
Cost: $150/PP (After clinic stay and enjoy tailgate cold beverages and apps from Tesoros). Coaches will be on hand for another half hour to answer any questions
Meet: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Kolapore parking lot (Grey Rd 2 south of Grey Rd 19)
August 6 – The Duntroon Cyder House "Bike Ride"
Meet your fellow members and guests at the Craigleith parking lot and bike the 22KM to the Duntroon Cyder House. The ride is just shy of 1 ½ hours depending on your speed. Enjoy the onsite market, a Cider on the green and a local food snack if you like! The vegan truck will be on site with some tasty food option for those interested. We recommend a backpack or saddlebag as the market is full of delicious local goodies!
We are looking for a volunteer to help lead this ride. Please contact [email protected].
Cost: No Cost - Purchases can be made on site
Meet: 9:30 AM Craigleith Parking lot
August 13 – Hiking with the Viking "Vista's and Views"
Walk the ridge of the Niagara Escarpment and hear about the Petun People, their village locations, and a great battle that took place in the Pretty River Valley all while enjoying the vista of Clearview Township. Don't forget to pack a lunch, as you'll have the opportunity to stop for a picnic along the way!
Cost: $25/PP (cost will decrease with more than 10 participants)
Meet: 10:00 AM - Fisher Field Parking Lot (6th & 10th line). Follow Annette to your starting location. This is a 3 hour hike with a break to have lunch.
August 20 – Hiking with the Viking "Hike & the Roost"
Wrap up your hiking adventures with Annette at the Duncan Crevices Caves. This is magical land that hosts crevices, vistas of the Kolapore Valley, and a double Dolostone waterfall. Your hike will be followed by a wine tasting and charcuterie at the Roost. Enjoy the award-winning wines, beautiful views, and surroundings of the Beaver Valley.
Cost: $65/PP includes hike & wine tasting with charcuterie
Meet: 2:30 PM at Duncan Escarpment Provincial Park - Google Maps
August 27 – Free Spirit Tours "Wild Edibles with Brian"
Join Brian on a guided tour of the trails at Craigleith. This guided 2-hour hike with Brian, will show you how to identify and forage for edibles right here at home. He will include plenty of tips on how to harvest and prepare your foraged finds and a stop for some wild tea from local plants.
Cost: $50/PP (kids are 1/2 price. Please be mindful that this is a very informative session and may not be appropriate for all kids.)
Meet: 1:00PM - North lodge patio
Sunday Morning Road Rides
Looking to get out for a ride with some like minded members? We are introducing Sunday morning road rides. Anyone interested will meet in the Club parking lot Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM and head out for a volunteer led ride. If you're interested in volunteering to lead a ride, please contact me at [email protected].
Short rides (20-30KM)
Dates: July 17th & August 7th & August 21
Meet: 9:00 AM Craigleith parking lot
Long rides (50 KM )
Dates: July 10th & August 14th & August 28
Meet: 9:00 AM Craigleith parking lot
Sunday Morning Mountain Bike Rides
Love to mountain bike and looking to expand your network? Hoping to get more comfortable riding new trails? Our new Sunday morning Mountain Bike Rides are for you. Meet your volunteer guide on location at 9:30 AM. Dates and locations are listed below. We're starting our program with a couple of less challenging rides at Loree forest to get you comfortable on the trails. Once you've mastered the trails of Loree, we will move on to some more difficult trails at Kolapore & Three-stage. Don't forget that this is for the whole family!! If you're interested in volunteering to lead a ride, please contact me at [email protected].
Loree Forest - Beginner rides
Dates: July 10 & July 17
Meet: 9:30 AM Trailhead
Kolapore – Intermediate/advanced
Dates: July 24 & August 7
Meet: 9:30 AM Kolapore parking Lot
Three-Stage – Intermediate/advanced
Dates: August 14 & August 21
Meet: 9:30 AM - Three stage meeting area
Registration is now open! Please use your App or login to your member account to register. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind regards,
Lesley Dickson 705-445-3847 x254
[email protected]