[Hike - Beginner] Heber Down - Special Christmas Edition

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Make sure you join us for this special hike as we will be taking a longer route than usual, but in addition, we have a few other things you can take part in:

This year we are supporting SOCKs, (https://www.sockswarminghearts.com/) and am asking everyone to bring a package of socks which we will be donating to the local SOCKs chapter

We will also be asking everyone to donate $10 towards the upkeep of this Meetup Group. Most of our events through the year are free, but you can reach out and help us to keep this Meetup group going. You can bring cash or feel free to e-transfer $ to [email protected]. Be sure to let me know your sending me $.

And the best part yet!!! When we get back from our hike, we will have some hot coffee and hot chocolate waiting with some Christmas treats to share and celebrate Christmas and the upcoming holidays with us.

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Heber Down Conservation is a great spot for a Hike. This is a beginner/intermediate hike. We will stick to mostly flat and paved sections, although we will be going into the back trails where there could be mud.

Please note: THIS HIKE STARTS AT 9:30AM

Bring a water bottle and dress for the weather.

Parts of the trail can get muddy from the rain. Be prepared.

We are going to meet at the Old Cullen Gardens. Intersection Cochrane & Taunton.

Go to the back of the parking lot near the new Pickleball courts. The path starts to the left of the picnic shelter.

Hike leaves promptly at 9:35AM

Winter Hiking Season Information:
Please note that as we get into winter hiking with snow and slippery trails, we consider proper Crampons to be mandatory.
The event host can ask you not to participate if you don't have proper footwear including Crampons. More Crampon Information.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND LIABILITY INFORMATION:

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