Our next walk event and a special birthday event:
[1.]
Walk Event: Sunday 11 September 2016
Time: Registration: 1:30 PM - Walk Start Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Clyburn Valley Trail-head, Cape Breton Highlands
National Park
Walk Distance: 5 k and 10 k, a linear style trail walk in and
return on the same trail
Travel Time and Distance: (not including wait time for ferry at
Englishtown)
From Exit 8 on the 125 bypass to the trail-head is 137 k or 1
hour- 50 min.
Walk Leaders: Diane and Bruce Clarke
From Diane Clark:
This
hike is rated 2C with spectacular stands of hardwood trees, boulders
bigger than cars, meadows, apple trees and the remains of an old gold mine
which will be our destination, approximately 8.5 km return. The trail
follows the river for most of the way, but you will catch a glimpse of the
Highland Links Golf Course as it weaves its way up this valley.
[2.]
After the walk, 5:00 PM dinner reservations and a Special
Birthday Cake surprise.
Coastal Waters Restaurant, 36404 Cabot Trail
Directions: From the Clyburn Trail turn North (left) and continue for
4.1k or 5 minutes, the restaurant is on the left of the highway and lots of
parking spaces,
Our Social Committee Chairperson Dianna MacDonald needs confirmation,
now, from all members attending this walk.
Please call Dianna MacDonald 902-567-2298 or
email:
as soon as possible to
ensure you have a seat at the table!
[3.] CB Highland National Park Fees are in effect, members are
responsible to pay at the toll booth when entering the park.
CBIH cannot be held responsible for this fee or any tickets issued
by National Park staff.
Fees for the day: Adult $7.80 Seniors $6.80
