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Whitewater Rafting-Spring HIGH WATER - Ottawa river (5/22/2010)

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.

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Adventure

Event Location:

Forester's Falls, Ontario

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, May 22 2010, Sun, May 23 2010, Mon, May 24 2010 9:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jan 1 2010 11:55:00 AM

Event Duration:

3 full days of adventure

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Gary Ataman
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Member Cost:

$300.00/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Are you ready for an Adventure?

Are you ready for BIG WHITE WATER in the spring time?

Join me on full 2 day white water rafting trip down the might Ottawa river in spring time. From the gleam of fast-moving clear-water, to the rumble and sudden rush and tumble of rapid action -- this is your chance to get in on the ‘current' sensation. We will be running down the legendary 12 km ‘Rocher Fendu' rapids of the Ottawa River . We will be one of the first groups to go down the river at the start of the 2010 season. The water will be very BIG and very cold, but you all will be fitted in wetsuits and all the gear needed to stay a float and reasonably warm.

The Plan.

Saturday We will drive from Toronto to Forester's Falls, Ontario (home of Owl Rafting). Along the way we will stop for lunch at a local establishment. We should arrive at Owl rafting by late afternoon, where we will divide up into 6 people per cabin. We get full use of the facilities equipment (canoes, kayaks, fireplace, lounge, etc.). A steak supper is included.

Sunday We start with a good breakfast and then get a safety briefing. Next, we get outfitted with all the gear required for our adventure. On to our bus, where we get shuttled to the top of the river run. On this first day on the water we will all be together on a 12 man raft. We will run a series of rapids and then stop for a shoreline snack around noon. Back on the water we’ll finish off the remaining rapids. We’ll be treated to a BBQ late lunch on our boat ride back to OWL resort. Supper will be provide and a video of our first day highlights will be viewed for a good laugh or two. Get a good night sleep and get ready for Mondays adventure.

Monday Breakfast, gear, bus….. No it’s not ground hog day, all over again. Some of us are looking for a “little” more challenge while some of us just want to push the envelop to the "max". Day 2 on the water, brings 7 people sport raft plus the rest on 2 man sportyaks. The 7 person raft (you might wipe out) is not as forgiving as the 12 man raft(fairly stable). The sport kayaks are on the edge (you will wipe out). We end our day on the water with a BBQ lunch and back to Owl. Pack up and drive back to Toronto rounds off the day. Stopping on the highway for supper.

This event is on a first pay basics.

People on the waiting list that pay will be given priority after the payment cut off date.

The event coordinator reserves the right to remove a member who does not have the proper gear for this event and will return their payment in full.

You must know how to swim for this event. Please include a note when signing up describing your swimming ablity. You must be a good swimmer to go on the sportyak.

The event is looking for multiples of 6 people (cabin size) to a maximun of 24 people (4 cabins).

Updated Note; As of May 17, 2010 we have four 6-man cabins paid for and booked. We have 21 Paid members on the trip and have 3 spots available on a first pay basics.,

Required Items to Bring:

Clothes for 3 day whitewater rafting trip
Sleeping bag
Swim suit(if you are brave)
Quick dry clothes worn under wet suit
Cash for share of carpool cost

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

Don't forget your waterproof camera
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Carpool driver should have a spare key hidden on outside of car

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

See organizer for details

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

860Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $221.88 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, May 9, 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:

1.You must know how to swim for this event.
2.This is a rustic campground setting with sleeping cabins.
3.Showers are outdoors and not very private (lots of holes in the boards).
4.Washrooms are indoors in the main lodge area.
5.The eating area is under a sheltered area.
6.The cabins can sleep 6. Two bunk beds per cabin. Top bunk sleeps 1. Bottom bunk sleeps 2 (but it will be cozy). No problem, it’s all part of the bonding process! If you decide you need more space you can opt to sleep on the floor (suggest you bring an air mattress) or bring your own tent and sleep under the stars.
7.Everybody needs to bring their sleeping bag.
8.We’ll try and arrange the cabins by gender but can not guarantee this split. Bunk allocation will be proposed to be decided by a straw vote on site.
9.Children age 14 and up are welcome on the event but must be accompanied by an adult. Let me know in a note if you are planning to bring your kids. There is a weight restriction that your child must be at least 90 lbs.
10. Every trip is accompanied by a videographer that films your day for you to relive with friends during our après rafting presentation hosted by your guide. These CD’s can be purchased after the days event.

- 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.
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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$300.00/Person

Cost Includes:

See Itinerary above. A 3% PayPal charge is included in the cost. Any extra monies collected will be returned to the members at the conclusion of the trip based on final cost numbers. Carpool cost are extra.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Fri, Jan 1 2010.

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!