[THOUSAND ISLAND] SPECIAL Marble Rock Hike! Long Weekend Adventure @ 1000 Island

Join us this Saturday for a SPECIAL long weekend hike at the Thousand Islands National Park.

Marble Rock Conservation Area gives hikers challenging and picturesque terrain, featuring breathtaking views at the lookouts along both the North and South Trails. In the heat of summer, visitors may be relieved to know that much of the trail at Marble Rock is traversed under a lush canopy of trees. Trail difficulty is considered to be medium to high.

Here is what to expect:
- Challenging 7km hike with amazing views - we will be doing the SOUTH loop only.
- 134 m elevation gain... inclines and declines and the trail will take you through tall grass (wear pants and long sleeve shirt)
- forested paths with some sections being challenging and some technical hiking over tree roots and rocks
- lots of rocks so it'll be a good workout for your legs and glutes!
- Post-hike activity: for those who want MORE fun, let's visit the Thousand Islands National Park!

Hike Benefits:
* FREE parking at the trail (no entry fee)
* yoga stretches to warm up before we start the hike and again at the end of the hike
* relaxed pace (we are NOT a fast hiking group). We wait for everyone and slow down when needed/stop and take breaks as needed.
* mindful meditation includes forest bathing (still, quiet time in the forest). We will find a spot in the forest to practise for a minimum of 10 minutes of silent meditation.
* lunch in the forest

What you need to bring:
- wear hiking shoes/hiking boots (check the weather before you leave)
- Winter only: gloves, hat, layers, winter boots, etc., depending on the weather
- Spring/Summer: light rain cover, optional: hiking poles, *mosquito repellant*, sunscreen. Due to tick warnings, wear long pants and long sleeve shirt (no shorts, no tank tops).
- change of clothes for the post-hike activity
- pack AT LEAST 8 cups of water or beverage
- lunch and snacks

Be prepared for all conditions on trail including mud and bugs.

MEETING SPOT:
The meeting spot is shared with hikers once they book their spot and are added to the WhatsApp group.

MEETING TIME:
Meet at 10:45am. I will guide everyone through a warmup and then we will start the hike.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED - 12 SPOTS
This meetup will be capped at 12 spots. To join, please reserve a spot by sending the meetup fee as outlined below:
Meetup fee:
$30 before 6:00pm Friday June 27
Please e-transfer to Event.Booking@hotmail.com and I will add you to the list! Include your NAME + "1000 Islands Hike" in the message.
* Includes full body stretching, beginner-friendly yoga, meditation and a cool down stretch, instructor-led hike and post-hike activity.

CARPOOL REQUESTS:
Post your request for a carpool in the event or in the whatsapp group. It is up to the hiker to find their own transportation, either by asking for a ride and arranging with another member, offering to rent a vehicle and splitting the car rental cost with other members, or inviting a friend who drives.

Meetup fees help support in the work involved in planning, organizing, coordinating and leading safe and inclusive events for the group. Hikes are led by a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor also certified in emergency first aid and CPR training.

Cancelation policy:
Meetup fees are final (no refunds). If the organizer needs to reschedule an event, credit will be applied to a future event.

Hike Rules:

• no smoking on trails
• be kind and respectful
• arrive on time
• no blasting loud music
• no littering trails with garbage.

See you there!

Christine Salib, M.Ed
Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor, PTS, FIS, NWS, MBS
Hike Leader

***YOU MUST UPDATE YOUR RSVP to NOT Going if you can not attend. If your RSVP remains going and you do not attend, you will be marked as a no show. You will not be added to future hikes with 3 no-shows.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND LIABILITY INFORMATION:
By RSVP'ing and paying the event fee (if applicable), you are confirming that you have read, understand and accept the following:

1. GTA Hiking Meetup is a private group. Attending events is voluntary by you as a member. Participation in any activity with us is at your own risk.
2. By joining this event as a member you agree to indemnify and hold harmless its organizers, co-organizers, assistant organizers, event hosts, and other members from all claims or liability of every type (including court costs and legal fees) for injury or death to any person or for damage to property, loss of personal property or any other wrongful act arising out of or relating to your participation as a member**.** This agreement applies to you and to other persons (as your guests) who may accompany you in these endeavors.
3. You also agree to hold the organizers as well as other group members harmless. By participating voluntarily in the group, you expressly waive any and all such claims against each and every other member in the group, including without limitation any and all claims against the group organizer, co-organizers, assistant organizers, and event hosts.