Members only. Pre-registration required.
Monday, September 9 to Thursday, September 12 and Monday, October 7 to Thursday, October 10, 2024.
Mandatory - Participants must discuss their fitness/endurance level for this event with the hike leader prior to registering through WildApricot.
I was introduced to Frontenac Provincial Park last year and fell in love with its beauty. The Frontenac Challenge can be completed in six consecutive days but my preference would be to hike two or three days consecutively. I want to have opportunities to take in the scenery and enjoy the experience. I’m looking for a small group of hikers that are interested in supporting one another through this challenge. The challenge can be completed between September 1-October 31. I’m proposing hiking three days in September and three days in October to make it more enjoyable.
Please thoroughly read the event website to understand the challenge. Frontenac Park Challenge Registration | Friends of Frontenac
This will be a technical hike; challenging physically due to the terrain; slow-moderate (3.5-4 km hr) pace; we will hike closer to 4 km per hour in sections that allow that pace and slower in the more technical spots; rocky terrain; hills; wet, mud and slippery in spots. This is a multi-day hiking event averaging 16-25 km per day.
Poles are mandatory to reduce risk of falls/injury. Required to carry poles and use when needed. All hikers are required to carry first aid supplies to be self-sufficient and 1-2 litres of water. Supportive hiking footwear and rain gear required.
All participants are required to take care of their own arrangements and payments for registration, transportation, accommodation reservations, meals, provincial park day pass for parking etc.
I will start a group email to collaborate with the participants regarding arrangements leading up to the event. We will discuss the possibility of carpooling, accommodations, meals, etc. but note that no one is obligated and can make their own arrangements.
Please note that the hike schedule will be mapped out in the coming weeks.
Karen Graham, 289-356-7366 (text or call)