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Winter Camping - Build a quinzhee and sleep in it! (1/16/2010)

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:Overnight
Event Location: About 1.5-2 hours north of Toronto or until we find deep snow
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jan 16 2010, Sun, Jan 17 2010  8:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Nov 10 2009 12:00:00 AM
Event Duration:2 full days
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Gary Ataman
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Member Cost:$25.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:21
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 18 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Are you ready for an Adventure?

We will be driving about 1.5-2 hours north of Toronto and snowshoeing into an isolated lake, then we will build quinzhees (snow huts) to spend the night in. Since it can take up to 4 hours to build such a shelter, we will be hiking in for about 1-1.5 hours; just enough, in fact, to get away from the highway and find a place with lots of snow. Each hut can fit 3 people typically.

This trip is a good introduction to winter camping. So if you are a person that is very confortable with summer camping, and are looking to expand your cold weather experience this trip is for you.

Cooking will be done on an open fire. This may seem to be a challenging adventure, and it is; but, if you have decent winter clothing and equipment, you could find yourself being pleasantly comfortable throughout. A well-built quinzhee is wind proof and warmer than a tent.

Check out my Winter Camping lecture on November 3 for more info and Q&A. See you there. If you would like a copy of the presentation let me know.

Dogs are permitted on this event, if they are capable, well behaved and have the proper cold weather gear. Check with the event coordinator first.

A mandatory pre-trip meeting will be held at Chalker's Bistro (Marlee & Glencairn, 247 Marlee Avenue North York)on Tuesday, Jan 5, 2010 from 6:30-8:30pm. The meeting will review personnel and shared gear and other trip details


Required Items to Bring:
  • Winter camping clothing and equipment (eg. sleeping bag or bags rated to -20C, sleeping pad, insulated winter boots with removable felt liners, dress in layers, snowshoes, backpack, short plastic car shovel, water bottle, cooking pot, cup and eating utensils, etc.)
  • Backup shelter (tarp, tent fly, emergency blanket, bivy)
  • Safety ice picks (Buy or make your own. See me for design powerpoint)
  • 1/4" x 50' rope for food tie up and buddy rescue
  • NO cotton clothes.
  • NO food cans.
  • You'll also need to pack your own food for Saturday and Sunday. However, we will see if some people want to share food.
  • This list is only a partial one, more complete information will be given out closer to the date of the trip.
  • Cash for share of carpool cost
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
This will also be discussed through email messages and winter camping 101 guides.
  • Carpool driver should have a spare key hidden on outside of car

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:See organizer for map and directions.
    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):320Km
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 AM
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $82.56 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, May 10, 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:
    • 1. Please provide a brief description of your winter camping and hiking experience.
    • 2. List gear you have and need.
    • 3. How would you describe your physical fitness?
    • 4. Can you swim?
    • 5. Are you confortable in confined spaces?

    - 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.
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    Cost & Payment:
    Member Cost:$25.00/Person
    Cost Includes:Approximate cost for camping permits and PayPal/banking charges ($1.50). Unused funds will be returned to members at conclusion of the event.
    Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the TOC on Tue, Nov 10 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!