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Post by Dobereich on Oct 28, 2011 16:26:09 GMT -5
Meet time is 11:am again. The person who wanted to come earlier can no longer come. But 11:am is the earliest that I can go, so if everyone else is good for 11, then that is the best time all around. Not to mention it might be a bit frosty still at 10:am.
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 28, 2011 18:50:55 GMT -5
11:00 AM START SUNDAY!
Off the 401 take Guelph Line south to Derry road Left on Derry to 1st lights Appleby Rd, turn left and head north it's a steep climb but about 2 min and you are at the gate on your left.
Off the 407 take Hwy 5 Dundas Street and go west on Dundas 1st lights is Guelph Line ( Less than a min) Right ( North) on Guelph line ( watch speed, radar common for the 1st part going up escarpment) when you get to Derry road turn right then left at lights is Appleby and same as I listed above coming from 401.
I was at Rattlesnake Point at 4:00 PM this afternoon and walked all of the one section of trail, the rougher terrain more rugged, as if the wet weather would be an issue that would be the area. It's AWESOME no issues at all. In fact it's really beautiful with the trees all in yellow and a carpet of golden leaves on the ground. wasn't muddy or water laying all over so we are in great shape!
The view today from the Rattlesnake Point Lookout and Nelson Lookout were really awesome. I didn't go to Pinnacle or Trafalgar Lookouts today, but they are only a few minutes from Nelson so we will check them all out Sunday for sure.
I walked the wider longer trail section about 10 min down and back towards Crawford Lake as it's more manicured, and it was fine too. So we are great for Rattlesnake point, Sunday.
I think you can print the maps from the website if you care to look at them prior to getting there, but they do give you a map as you pay to come in at the gate.
I'll post up shortly some pictures from today. Follow your map when you drive in, it's well signed, but we will meet in the Upper Parking area as the meeting point. Right across from parking are nice clean and well maintained washrooms. From the entrance you bear right and drive along to the upper parking, it's NOT the parking area you see in front as you drive in past the gate.
Be sure to wear closed shoes, with good tread, a walking shoe running shoe with good tread or hiking boot type of footwear.
Dogs are to be leashed on 6' leash so have one. I walked Zeus everywhere today on a flexi lead it's 15'-20' I only saw one other dog and he was walking himself dragging his lead. I know though from last time I was there on the weekend there will be way more people and dogs, so have some leash options. Bring a standard 6' lead and Flexi lead and you should be golden. off on the trails we can probably all use flexi leads.
They charge per head at the gate for the entry fee.
Pictures to follow and anymore info I think you should know.
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 28, 2011 19:42:40 GMT -5
We are GOLDEN For Sunday and 3rd D.O.G Meet! Attachments:
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 28, 2011 19:43:33 GMT -5
Trail from parking to Nelson, Pinnacle, Trafalgar Lookouts Attachments:
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 28, 2011 19:44:21 GMT -5
Viel looking out from Rattlesnake Point to the southwest Attachments:
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 28, 2011 19:45:15 GMT -5
Zeus says "Where's Reyna?" Attachments:
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 28, 2011 19:46:37 GMT -5
We are looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday at D.O.G 3rd Meet.......... "Hey Zeus is that Reyna over there?" Attachments:
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Post by dobermoms on Oct 28, 2011 20:37:50 GMT -5
Well.....hopefully we will be able to attend on Sunday. Dante has not been well this past week, losing almost 4-6 lbs, throwing up several times a day. Blood work and fecal are ok, but he is just not himself yet. He has started on meds tonight, so we will have to wait to see how well he comes along in the next 36 hours. Kazi is her normal, crazy self though so no issues with her. lol.
The pictures look amazing Gary, and we hope to see everyone this Sunday.
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 28, 2011 20:44:58 GMT -5
Oh Nooooo Poor dante! he's a tough guy though after his foot he can get through anything! Hope things are ok and you can make it not the same without you ladies and Dante and KAMA Kazi! Keep me posted ok? if you want to call I'm at my desk you know the number.
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Post by dobermoms on Oct 28, 2011 20:56:21 GMT -5
Thanks Gary...Kerrie made Dante his favourite meal, chicken and rice. He ate a handful of kibble with it, and so far he has been able to keep everything down.
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Post by toyzshopgary on Oct 29, 2011 14:45:53 GMT -5
Start time - 11:00 AM Meet in the Upper Parking area. You will see on the map, and signed ok. You go right after the main gate (NOT the parking area you see as you come in the gate)
CONFIRMED Stefan & Mireille w/Auguste Gary & Chris w/Zeus Joanne w/Reyna ( hopefully) Andrenia & Julian w/Scarlet Dyanne w/Jack ( Bill buried w/work stuff) Barb & Kerrie w/Dante & Kazi Ian and 2 friends w/Magnum & Diamond Monica w/either Juno or Rogun or Eden Nicole Lee w/Presto ( from Dobereich Dobes Facebook page)
15 people but could be 16 11 dobermans
Maybe / Not sure/No recent update If you are listed below or not listed in this post and read this thread and hope to attend - let us know please Eric & Steve w/Ronin & Isys Mark w/ Lilly Mario w/Ace - met him 1st time last Sunday was consdiering
See everyone tomorrow, it will be awesome!
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Post by dobereyna on Oct 29, 2011 15:23:50 GMT -5
Don't worry Zeus... only one more sleep til you see your sweetie! Her Chilly Dog coat came in, so they'll be matching if it's cold enough!
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Post by beezie on Oct 29, 2011 15:58:01 GMT -5
Hi I really had hoped to go to this meet up with my Dobie Beezie... but unfortunately we are commited to a 7:30 am hike and also Agility Practise at 11 am this Sunday. Beezie has her graduating Agility class on Monday... so can't miss this practise. Next time we will definitely try to come. Loretta & Beezie (E Litter from Cara & Boomer)
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Post by Jie & Nicole on Oct 29, 2011 17:57:23 GMT -5
Hi Gary and everyone! I am here to confirm again we are coming (with Presto) tomorrow! I am sure Presto is very excited to her first D.O.G meeting! I hope it won't be hard to find the meeting area! See you all tomorrow!! Nicole
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Post by Andreina on Oct 29, 2011 19:21:57 GMT -5
Aww Monica, Scarlet was hoping to see her crazy sister Autumn
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