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Canoe Algonquin: Queer Lake (8/16/2014)

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:

Algonquin Park: Magnetewan Access Point

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Aug 16 2014, Sun, Aug 17 2014, Mon, Aug 18 2014 11:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:45 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Aug 12 2014 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 overnights, Sat. am - Mon night

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Linda D
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Member Cost:

$160.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

This is not an arduous trip nor a true beginner trip. The largest lake can be windy and can require strong paddling for a couple of hours, depending upon the conditions. The portages (we have 4) are not all that long but it would be nice to pack light enough to go through them in one carry.

If you have canoed with me before, you are welcome to sign up without providing your canoeing experience. If we have not canoed together before, please send me a brief summary of your canoeing experience and/or the name of another club member with whom you have canoed.

The car pool departure time is somewhat negotiable (i.e. we could leave earlier but not later than 8a.m). I would like to be settled on the site by 5.
Saturday: Drive to Kearney, get canoes & permits. Canoe through Magnetewan, Hambone, Ralph Bice, Little Trout and to a site we like (or can find) on Queer
Sunday: explore other lakes or relax at the site. We could go into Misty (a 2500m portage but with just the canoe and day gear, it's fine when we share the canoe carrying)
Monday: Do the whole thing in reverse and drive home.

A pre-trip meeting will be held on Tuesday Aug 12 at 8:00pm at the Loblaws above St. Clair West station. When you get to the floor on which groceries are sold, walk toward the cashiers and stop at the tables on your right. If you get to the cashiers, you have gone too far.

Please do not sign up if you are not able to take Monday off OR you are bringing your own canoe, we know each other and I am comfortable that you can canoe out safely. Depending on the park rules about partial attendance, you may be required to pay park fees for both nights.

The intent is that we will share meal purchasing and preparation responsibilities that will accommodate all food restrictions. If there are people that strongly prefer to do their own meals, we will adjust accordingly. Please come to the pre-trip meeting prepared to volunteer for some of the communal food activities.

NOTE: WE WILL FOLLOW ALL PARK RULES. NO CANS. NO GLASS BOTTLES/JARS, WE DO NOT DAMAGE STANDING VEGETATION (CUT, STRIP BARK, ETC), OBSERVE FIRE BANS (if in effect)
I go to the parks to enjoy and respect the environment. I want to share my time with others who feel similarly. This is a non-smoking trip.

While the maximum group size is 9, this will depend upon the availability of a 3 person canoe, which will be confirmed at the pre-trip meeting.

Required Items to Bring:
Sleeping bag, change of clothes, sun protection, water bottle, and at least $200 for shared trip costs.
Required communal gear will be discussed at trip planning meeting.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Sleeping pad, swim suit, towel, hat

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Basically, the 400 to 11, exit 244 to Kearney.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

600Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:45 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $154.80 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Wednesday, April 24, 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:

No pets and no smoking on trip.
Vegetarian food options will be required.
As per TOC policy, we must wear PFDs while in the canoes.
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In the notes, please state whether you have your own canoe. If you have not canoed with me in the past, please provide a summary of your recent canoeing and portaging experience in the notes.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$160.00/Person

Cost Includes:

camping fees, reservation, canoe rental, car pool and communal food. The most variable aspect of the total cost will be communal food purchases and the car to participant ratio. NOTE: I may ask that people book their own canoes. We can discuss this further at the pre- trip meeting. If you have your own canoe, the cost will be about $50-%60 less.

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!
*Note: Partial attendance on the trip is allowed if we know each other and I am confident about your skills.