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Learn to Canoe (6/19/2010)

PRE-REGISTRATION & ADVANCE PAYMENT REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.After you sign up at the bottom, you will be presented with information about how to pay. Late payments are NOT accepted for this event, in any circumstance.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:
Event Type:Water
Event Location: Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area(Cambridge/Brantford)
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jun 19 2010  10:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, May 21 2010 2:30:00 PM
Event Duration:3.5 hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Ghanesh
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.
Member Cost:$61.50/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:18
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 16 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Learn to Canoe

Have you ever wanted to be taught how to properly handle and maneuver a canoe?

How to lift and portage a canoe? How to enter and exit properly?

How to paddle straight, turn, etc?

While upholding the high standards set by Paddle Canada and The Ontario Recreational Canoeing and Kayaking Association - In a three hour+ session you will be taught by a certified ORCA canoeing instructor on the various aspects of recreational flatwater canoeing and gain the skills necessary to comfortably use and paddle a canoe....some people even learn to paddle the thing straight!

  • No canoeing or swimming skills are necessary to participate in this event.
  • You will not be required to tip into the lake.
  • Life jacket is to be worn at all times.

    This event is held at PINEHURST LAKE CONSERVATION AREA.

    Canoeing/Paddling Skills Taught:

  • Safety, theory and trip Planning for canoeing
  • Legally required items you must have in the canoe
  • Selecting the right paddle and life jacket
  • Parts of the canoe and paddle
  • What to put in a day trip pack
  • Observe a canoe over canoe rescue
  • What to do if the canoe flips
  • Paddling in the front and back of the canoe
  • Carry and launch a canoe
  • Enter, exit and balance the canoe safely
  • Move the canoe forward in a relatively straight line, as well as turn right and left
  • Pivot, move sideways, stop, and reverse the canoe’s direction

    This event is on a first pay basis. People on the waiting list who pay in advance will be given priority after the registration cut off date. The event coordinator reserves the right to remove a member who does not have the proper gear for this event and will return their payment in full.

    We will have a social pub stop in Paris(15 minutes nearby) near to the Grand River after our lesson.

    See last year's outing here for pictures and details!


    • Required Items to Bring:
  • Water/snacks
  • Water shoes, sturdy sandals or running shoes. Flip flops are NOT recommended.
  • A change of clothes
  • Rain gear in case of wet weather
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat and sunglasses and camera
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • money(for carpool and park entrance fee),
  • cell phone

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Drive time is 1 hour and 20 minutes each way

    Follow the QEW to the 403 and pass Hamilton and Brantford:

    From 403 - take the Rest Acres Road exit into Paris(Turn NORTH on Rest Acres Road).

    You will reach a T in the road, with a cemetery in front of you and a Pioneer gas station off to the right. Turn RIGHT there onto King Street , pass the Pioneer Gas Station (on your right), and follow King Street down the hill.

    Turn LEFT onto Dumfries Street just in front of the Kentucky Fried Chicken, toward downtown Paris .

    Turn LEFT at the T in the road onto Grand River Street North .

    Go straight through downtown Paris and up the hill.

    Continue past Sobeys (on your right) on Grand River Street North , which becomes Highway 24A.

    Continue straight out to Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area, which will be on your RIGHT.

    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):222Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $57.28 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, April 29, 2024). This is based on $0.08/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Your event coordinator will confirm exactly how much money is required from each person.

    Notes:
    You may stay in the park to explore the beach, picnic areas and trails after the lesson
    - Registration is NOT COMPLETE until you've signed up and paid by the registration cut off date. The money must be in the TOC's possession by that date. No exceptions.
    - When a minimum group size appears, this is to let you know that the event will be cancelled with full refunds to those who have already paid, if the minimum number of registered participants is not met. For any events where TOC needs a minimum number of participants, there will be absolutely no refund of money if you cancel.
    - We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in TOC events.
    - Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
    - Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@torontooutdoorclub.com.
    - Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Stacy, at content@torontooutdoorclub.com.

    Cost & Payment:
    Member Cost:$61.50/Person
    Cost Includes:
  • $61.50 - Total Event Cost
  • $60.00 - Canoe instruction cost
  • $1.50 - Paypal transaction surcharge

    This includes instruction, canoe, paddle, life jacket (PFD) and all safety equipment.

    Park entrance fees($4.50 pp) is extra

    • Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the TOC on Fri, May 21 2010.
    Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

    Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
    Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!
    *Note: If this event is canceled by the instructor, it will be rescheduled or a refund given(less transaction cost)