[Short, Fast, Beginner Hike]: Long Sault

I've been bird-watching at Long Sault throughout the summer. The paths are wide, the insects are few, and the hills are a pleasure at bird-watching speeds.

But now it's time to get my winter legs back!

As warned, this year I want to start with short hikes, and build up longer and longer throughout the season.

This is going to be an ultra-short 3.5km hike, so we can move a little faster than usual. First half is downhill, second half is uphill. We'll do it at a good pace, so the goal is going to be to make it back in under an hour. If it's too easy, well, then we'll do an optional second 3.5km trail!

Parking
There are two parking areas, the one that we're using (it's free), and the one that we're not using, because it's not free. We'll be at the north-west end of the trail, near the north end of Grasshopper lane. There's a swath of parking along the curve in the road.

Fall Hiking Season Information:
"Sault" means hill. Long Sault is literally a set of long assaulting hills, some grass, some dirt, some roots, so bring appropriate footwear.

Plan-For-Winter with Crampons:
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.

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.

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.