Backpacking in the Kawartha Highlands - Sat, Nov 19 2011, Sun, Nov 20 2011

Backpacking in the Kawartha Highlands (11/19/2011)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

Northeys Bay

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Nov 19 2011, Sun, Nov 20 2011 9:30 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Nov 7 2011 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

Saturday Morning - Sunday Evening

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Jessie
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

We will backpack along Eel's Creek to High Falls through beautiful forests, creek crossings, rocky ridges and beaver dams in true Canadian Shield country. This is close to a special, spiritual place-the Petroglyphs Park which is home to the largest known concentration of Aboriginal sacred rock carvings in Canada. Although the Petroglyphs park will be closed for the season,we may do a hike from High Falls to the park. Details will be discussed at the pre-meeting.

We will leave Toronto on Saturday morning and head to Northeys Bay where we will start our trip.We will backpack approximately 16K on Saturday and Sunday.On Saturday night, we will camp at High Falls.

This trip is a good introductory trip for those who would like to experience cold weather backcountry camping. Some backpacking/camping experience is reccomended and you must be able to hike the 16K distance on rugged terrain with a heavy backpack.Experienced backpackers are also very welcome ! If you have not been on a backpacking trip with the TOC,please mention your experience on the Notes section while signing up

A pre-meeting for this trip will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 7:00pm to discuss car pooling arrangements, trip expectation and route, food planning and equipment at Chalkers Pub Billiards & Bistro,247 Marlee Avenue,North York. If you are unable to make the pre- meeting you must contact me to make alternative arrangements or you will be dropped for the trip.

Required Items to Bring:

You will carry what you bring, so pack light.

Backpack 50-60L

Hiking Boots

Suitable clothing for weather + spare

Whistle

Sleeping Bag

Toiletries + Toilet Paper

Headlamp

Nalgene wide-mouth water bottles or hydration bladder (total capacity should be or exceed 2L)

Cup, Bowl, Eating Utensils

Food - will be discussed at pre-meeting

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

First-aid Kit

Knife

Stove + Lighter

Pots + Cookware

Tent

Sunglasses

Sunscreen

Hat

Water filter/treatment

Garbage Bag

Gloves

Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Will be discussed at pre-meeting

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

354Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $91.33 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, April 28, 2025). 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 Includes:

Group expenses such as carpool and food will be calculated at the conclusion of the trip. Please carry cash with you for this.

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

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