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FALL CANOEING- THANKSGIVING IN TEMAGAMI (10/11/2013)

PRE-REGISTRATION 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.You will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the TOC.

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:

Overnight

Event Location:

Temagami, ON

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Oct 11 2013 7:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Sep 10 2013 8:30:00 AM

Event Duration:

4 days

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Caroline
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.

Member Cost:

$100.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

THANKSGIVING CANOE TRIP TO TEMAGAMI

PLEASE ONLY SIGN UP IF YOU HAVE READ THIS IN FULL!!

This is a fun fall canoe trip for intermediate /advanced level TOC paddlers or those with significant back country experience with the club.

ROUTE:
* We will drive up Fri morning, pick up our canoes and put in at the outfitters.
*Our route will take us through smaller lakes and rivers up to Anima Nipissing Lake and back. It may vary depending on the skill of the participants, but expect numerous short portages (under 1000 m) and hopefully no white water! (Brrrr)
*We will paddle for 4+ hours a day as conditions require, with the emphasis on having fun and enjoying the scenery versus logging km.
*The water will be cold and it may go down to 0C overnight so participants should be experienced camping in the fall and have appropriate gear (paddling and camping).
* It's rated D5 as it's four longish days in remote wilderness in the colder fall weather, with lots of poorly maintained portages. We may be paddling in difficult conditions, with strong headwinds and rough water, and may encounter fast moving water if we go onto some larger lakes. The weather (and wind) in the fall in Temagami can be especially unpredictable.
*Bring a camera, we might be too far north for brilliant fall foliage, but it will be very remote and so a good chance to see wildlife and beautiful sunrise/sunsets!

GEAR :
*You will need to supply / rent all your own gear. (Paddles and PDFs come with rentals if you don't have your own).
*If you wish to bring your own canoe please discuss with organizer first.
* Depending on interest, food may be shared.
*Participants (passengers) will be responsible for reserving canoes from the outfitter.
*All participants will be required to pitch in and help with shared activities such as bear hangs, collecting fire wood, portages etc.

DOGS: Dogs are welcome but must arrange their own carpool and have previously been on ToC events + been on overnight canoe trips.

=> It is your responsibility to make sure you comply with the requirements for this event.
Please do not sign up if:
**you can't swim very well without a PFD,
**have not already been on several overnight canoe trips
**have not been on at least 3 previous TOC events, including one with the organizer of this trip. Signing up for an in-town event in the near future is fine, let me know though).

Priority will go to:
**people who are known to the organizer, and
**have been on previous TOC backcountry events.

=> Please email me the following info within 24-48 hours of signing up or you will be deleted.
Be sure to assess your abilities as fairly and honestly as possible as the info is important for the safety of the trip! If you exaggerate your skills the entire trip may be put at risk and unfortunately we may have to turn around and go home.

*What canoe trips have you been on in the last year or so? ( How many days, where, etc)
*Where did you learn to canoe, how well can you steer, (do you have any ORCKA certificates etc)
*How far can you swim in a lake without a PFD
*Have you ever practiced canoe rescues?
*What backcountry gear do you have - bag/mat//tent/stove/water purification/pack/gortex socks etc
*Name of a TOC coordinator that has been on events with you.
(If you don't send specific info you may be deleted from the event.)

=>PRETRIP: There will be a mandatory pre trip meeting in the Yonge + Bloor area on Mon Sept 23 @ 6pm to discuss gear and carpool. Make sure you can attend before signing up.
This trip requires you book Friday Oct 11 off work...

Do not sign up if you are not a good swimmer. If your boat capsizes or you slip on rocks and fall in the water without a PDF you put yourself at risk and may endanger other members of the group.

We will observe all park rules + follow principles of Leave No Trace http://www.leavenotrace.ca/principles You must wear a PFD at all times when you are in a boat on the water. (TOC policy).

Photo credit: Caroline

Required Items to Bring:
To be discussed via email and pretrip meeting/hike. It will be hunting season so bright coloured clothing are a must.

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Speak to coordinator. All participants must travel in the carpool departing from Downsview.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

900Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $232.20 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, May 4, 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:

- 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:

$100.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Canoe rentals and shared gear will be approx $100 per person. You will also need to pay your share of carpool plus any additional parking fees and permits. We are camping on crown land.
Participants will have to pay for their own canoes (coordinator will send details).

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the TOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!