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Ipperwash Dunes and Swales

When:
Thursday, October 3, 2024, 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Where:
Ipperwash Dunes and Swales
9619 Richardson Dr
Lambton Shores, ON  

Canada
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Louise Gibson
Category:
Hiking
Registration is required before Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Payment In Full In Advance Only
IMPORTANT: All participants MUST pre-register for event, by midnight the night before.

If you are a non-member wishing to participate, you must first join the Lambton Outdoor Club, which includes completing the membership waiver. A one month free trial membership is available for first time participants. Having enjoyed an outing or two, we hope you’ll join our wonderful club following your free trial membership. The annual single membership fee is $25.

While participating, be respectful of other members' health management decisions and protective steps, and please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
Registration cancellations will be accepted.
Registration cancellations will be accepted
Capacity:
20
Available Slots:
18
No Fee
No Fee
EVENT DETAILS KEY INFORMATION
Event Description

Ipperwash Dunes and Swales Trail

The trail is located in Lambton Shores, that features a great forest setting. 

The trail winds through a Carolinian Forest of sand ridges and wet swales passable on boardwalks. 
Meeting Place
 9:00 hike will begin at 9:15 

The meeting place is on Richardson drive.

Carpooling possible from Petrolia- Contact Louise if interested.

(Pls arrive 15 mins before hike for instructions and introductions.)
Level
 moderate
Distance (approx.)
 8 - 9 km
Duration (approx.)
 2-3 hours
Pace (approx. average)
 close to 3.5 km/hour
Costs

n/a
Required Items to Bring

hiking, boots and poles
Recommended to Bring

water and snack
Expected Conditions: 

Can be wet and /or slippery
especially on the board walks



Possible lunch at McPhersons after the hike.
Other: 






 This is a Weather Permitting hike.  
Please check the web calendar and your emails prior to attending.

Please register if this hike is suited to you. 

If you register and are then unable to attend please cancel your registration on the website, even if at the last minute.