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Zipline, Tree-Top, and Cave tour plus more (10/4/2009)

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:

Adventure

Event Location:

Collingwood

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Oct 4 2009 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 11:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Sep 14 2009 9:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

10 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Gary Ataman
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Member Cost:

$100.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 14 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Are you ready for an adventure?

Join me on a three hour guided tour including;Suspension Bridge - Treetop Walk - Treetop Zip Line & The NEW EXHILARATING 1000 Foot Long Zip LIne - Plus, Cave Tour.

Summary;

The plan is to drive up to Collingwood, and have lunch at a local resturant (TBD). Then head out to the tour. Do a little more self exploring and group supper in Collingwood area (TBD), then drive back to Toronto.

Details;

High among 200 year-old oak trees, up to 60 feet above the ground, get ready for an experience like no other. Explore the beauty and wildlife of the picturesque forest valley, as you become one with the birds.

Your 3-hour adventure begins with gear outfitting (all provided for you) and introductions to your guides. You will then take a short hike to our 410 foot suspension bridge overlooking a 10 000 square kilometer view of Collingwood and Georgian Bay. A tractor and wagon ride through the forest will give you a glimpse of the unique ecology of the Niagara Escarpment before you journey up into the trees. Your treetop walk will take you 600 meters across 10 inch wide bridges suspended as close to the treetops as possible.

Of course, it is absolutely safe, but the excitement of being so high above the ground overlooking the huge vistas gives a physical experience unlike anything else. The sway of the bridges and cables causes you to constantly re-adjust your balance, and you become aware of your own courage. Treetop walking certainly delivers a thrill. You end the treetop walk with an incredible ride on a 330 foot zip line or a ladder to return to the ground.

Now relax,take in the amazing view form the Scenic Caves Lookout Point, enjoy the caverns and crevasses full of moss and rare ferns and then prepare yourself for a truely amazing 1000 foot long ZIp Line from the top of the Niagara Escarpment!!!

After all of this, you may explore the caves and caverns more thoroughly and try your luck squeezing through "Fat Man's Misery" cave. Also, view the Scenic Caves nature trails, trout pond, gemstone mining and gift shop.

Tours are conducted in intimate groups of 14 people, with the assistance of 2 qualified instructors per group.

Safety; All guides are fully trained to use the equipment and to follow safety procedures. Canopy and zips are designed to exceed industry standards. All personal protection equipment (harness, helmet, etc.) are fully inspected daily, as is the treetop walk and zip line.

Height / Weight Restrictions Guests must be over 85 lbs and under 250 lbs. Guests must be over 4'8" tall. Guests must have a reach of 6 feet and 2 inches or be accompanied with a guest who has this reach. If under 16 years of age, youth must be accompanied by an adult (2 youth : 1 adult)

Weather

Tours run in most weather conditions. In the case of a thunderstorm, high winds or heavy rain, we may be forced to cancel a tour. If we decide to cancel, any deposits made for that tour will be reimbursed. Minus Paypal charge and carpooling gas cost.

Waiver A waiver must be signed by all EcoAdventure Tour guests. This waiver is completed upon your arrival.

What to Wear and Bring Provided for You Each Tour guest is provided with the following: Personal protection equipment - harness, helmet, safety lanyards, zip line pulley Water Energy bar

Payment must be made at the same time as signing up. If you are on the waiting list, priorty will be given to people who pay first after the original payment deadline of Sept 14. So pay if you want to come on this adventure. If you pay and the event is filled you will be given a full refund right after the event date.

Required Items to Bring:
What You Should Bring; Running shoes or hiking boots, no sandels or open toe shoes!

Dress for the day's weather, remembering that it can change quickly and unexpectedly. It is best to dress in layers and have a jacket in the car. For cool days in early spring and late fall, some guests like to wear gloves. As you still need the use of your hands, only gloves will do and no mitts.

Camera - you cannot hold a camera in your hand at all times. Cameras should either be in a case with a strap that can go around your neck or be tied to your harness, or the camera must fit inside a pocket.

We do not recommend that you bring a backpack with you on your tour. If necessary, a small bag that can be strapped to the body (such as a fanny pack) would be okay.

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

If you want to meet at event, contact event organizer for directions.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

320Km

Carpool Departure Time:

11:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $82.56 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, May 13, 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:

Payment must be made at the same time as signing up. Priorty will be given to people who pay.
- 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:

$100.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Cost includes the 3 hour tour fee plus Paypal service fee $1.50 or 3% of the event cost (whichever amount is higher). Additional cost for the carpool gas money will be calculated during the event.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Mon, Sep 14 2009.

Make a Payment:

Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

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

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