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Gary's Early Winter Camping Hike (11/19/2011)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

Somewhere north of Toronto

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Nov 19 2011, Sun, Nov 20 2011 7:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Nov 1 2010 8:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 full days and one night

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Gary Ataman
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

14 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Are you ready for another real Canadian outdoor adventure?

The challenge on this adventure will be to covering the planned distance of ~20km/day and the cold November night. I expect a light dusting of snow at this time of the year. But there might be more. So come prepared.

The focus will be on light weight backpacking techniques. Some of us we'll be using tarp shelters. Winter weight sleeping bag and pad. Cooking over the open fire at night. Dress in layers. Hiking foot wear with icers (if the trails are snow covered).

This trip is open to experienced hikers with overnight late fall early winter camping experience. You need to be able to be confortable bushwhacking on this adventure. You need to be able to hike on trails at around 4-5 km/hr and bushwhack at 2.5 km/hr. We will be traversing typical Canadian Shield terrain. This trip will cover some old and new terrain.

Pre-trip details will be worked out via email and phone calls.

Have a look at last years trip in the same area. This trip was voted as the best early winter backpacking trip form the last few years by me. It was loaded with great weather, high exploration and great members. We had a chance to watch the first pond ice growing as the day turned to night. Check out the photos.

Nov 20-21, 2010 - Gary's Early Winter Camping Hike

Required Items to Bring:

Late Fall Early Winter Camping Backpacking Gear

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Cash to pay for the carpool.

Bright colours and hunter orange clothing for visiblity

Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

See me.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

325Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $83.85 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, April 27, 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:

1. Please send me an email if you have never overnight hiked with me before;

a) Describing your hiking/camping experience.

b) Describe your gear, what you have and need.

c) Describe your physical fitness level. You must be capable of hiking 20 km a day at a pace of 4 km/hr on Canadian Shield terrain.

2. Organizing the trip will be done by email/voice mail. Prompt response to these emails is required to maintain your position on the event.

3. Expect to be returning to Toronto on Sunday evening at ~ 8PM.
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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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