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Lake Shore Pack Hike
May 4 - May 5
| Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club | |
| Lake Shore Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club | |
| Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike | |
| May 4-5 | |
| Event Name | |
| Lakeshore pack hike | |
| Hike Location/Address/Directions/ |
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| Rock cut state Park Address: 7223 West Lane Rd, Caledonia, IL | |
| Brief Trail Description | |
| Pierce lake- 3.7 mile (around) Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and horseback riding, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Rock cut SP trail- 3.2 mile (around)Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 3 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, cross-country skiing, and hiking, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. willow creek trail (1.1 miles (out and back)Discover this 5.2-mile out-and-back trail near Loves Park, Illinois. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 35 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and running, and it’s unlikely you’ll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. |
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| Hike Coordinator Name | |
| Laurie Whorley | |
| Hike Coordinator Phone | |
| (414) 460-9076 | |
| Hike Coordinator Email | |
| whorleyswissies@yahoo.com | |
| Event fee | |
| 20.00 | |
| Net revenues will go to: | |
| Lake shore GSMC club | |
| Type of Hike | |
| 8 Mile back-to-back – 2 Day (16 miles total) with 10 mile option on Saturday May 4th | |
| Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application) | |
| Animal Emergency Clinic of Rockford Address: 7145 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107 Phone: (815) 229-7791 |
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| Closest Hospital or Emergency Service | |
| URGENT CARE Phone: (815) 639-8450 Located in: OSF HealthCare – Medical Group (Primary Care) Address: 9951 Rock Cut Crossing 1st Floor, Loves Park, IL 61111ED OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center: Emergency Room Located in: OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center Address: 5666 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 Phone: (815) 226-2000 |
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| Will First Aid kit be available on the hike? | |
| Yes | |
| Will scale be available at start of hike for weighing dogs? | |
| Yes | |