Important - members are reminded to log into their Wild Apricot account to see the full list of hikes and details. Many of the member only hikes will not appear unless you are logged in.
The registration process is described in detail below the calendar. All participants are required to sign a Waiver of Liability prior to participating in our group hikes. If you require assistance with the registration process, please contact info@oakridgestrail.org or publicity@oakridgestrail.orgBy registering for ORTA hikes you will have read and agree to the following:
Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk I acknowledge that this activity of the Oak Ridges Trail Association, in which I am participating, involves risks which are beyond the control of the Association. Notwithstanding the acknowledgement of such risks, I hereby release the Oak Ridges Trail Association, its contractors, employees, volunteers, agents, assigns and executors, as well as Hike Ontario, from all claims for damage however so arising as a result of my participation in this or any other activity organized by the association.
I agree to pay the cost of any emergency evacuation of my person or belongings that may be necessary. I affirm that I am aware of the nature of the activity, its distance, duration and degree of difficulty and that I am properly equipped and physically able to participate. I have no medical or other condition which might preclude my participation. I agree to follow the directions of the leader.
No Symptoms or close contact
In order to participate in the ORTA guided hiking program you must confirm that you have no symptoms of Covid-19 or its variants nor have you had any close contact with anyone that has symptoms or tested positive. Please note Hike Leaders can discourage hikers in obvious poor health from participating. Hikers can also retain the right to ask members sharing a vehicle, to wear a mask.