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Kayak Trip to Opeongo Lake - Algonquin Park (8/20/2010)

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: Algonquin Park - Opeongo Lake
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Aug 20 2010, Sat, Aug 21 2010, Sun, Aug 22 2010  10:00 PM  (Carpool Departure: 5:00 PM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Mon, Aug 9 2010 10:00:00 PM
Event Duration:2 days
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Fanny
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.
Member Cost:$21.50/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, All Ages Welcome
Maximum Group Size:6
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Please read the event description before you sign up!

Itinerary:

  • Friday: drive to Algonquin and stay in a campground.
  • Saturday: drive to Opeongo Lake, pick up the kayaks, start paddling to the east of the lake, find a campsite and camp.
  • Sunday: paddle back and drive to Toronto

Highlights about Opeongo lake:  Opeongo is the biggest Lake in Algonquin, conditions are similar to open water and we might find medium winds. There are no portages for us.

Requirements & prerequisites to sign up:

  • Participants should be able to swim or at least be comfortable around water.
  • Participants should be able to get in/out of the kayak if it flips over.
  • Participants should be able to paddle for approximately 6 hours.
  • Participants are required to wear a Personal Flotation Device at all times when they are in the kayak on the water.
  • Participants must have the minimal 'required items to bring' or be willing to rent them.
  • Participants should have a cooperative attitude and be willing to have fun and relax.

 This is NOT a rush-rush event, participants are expected to stay together (within certain distance) while paddling.

Please specify the following information when you sign up (or email it to me).  Participants who don't specify this information will be moved to the waiting list regardless the payment.

  1. Brief description of your  previous kayaking experience/training (do you  think you meet the requirements?)
  2. What group items do you have? (see required items to bring)
  3. Do you have any food allergies?
  4. Would you like to take care of the one of the meal for this trip? This means you will buy the ingredients and taking care of the preparation (with help of course!)

Does it sound good to you? join us! I will be happy to see you at the event!


Required Items to Bring:

The following list is not complete. Please check Event Checklists  for more  information.

Group items: 

  • Tent
  • Cooking set
  • Stove
  • Water filter

Individual items:

  • bottle or camelback to carry 2 or 3 Lt of water
  • life jacket
  • dry bags
  • sleeping bag
  • sleeping pad
  • wetsuit/ quick drying clothing  for paddling and water shoes
  • warm clothing and shoes for the campsite
  • rain jacket/pants
  • first aids and any medication you should take
  • headlamp
  • hat / sunglasses
  • eating utensils
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  •  Sunscreen
  •  Camera
  •  Lunches & Snacks
  •  Mosquito repellent

How to Get There:
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):600Km
Carpool Departure Time: 5:00 PM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $154.80 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Friday, May 10, 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:

- 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:$21.50/Person
Cost Includes:

$20 Kayak cancellation fee + $1.50 Pay Pal/bank transaction fee

This amount will be charged  by the Outfitter  for last minute cancellations or no shows. Otherwise this will be part of the total payment for the event.

Total payment for the event will be calculated at the end of the event. And will include:

  • Carpool
  • Friday's campground reservation: $40.50
  • Saturday's campsite reservation: $11.75 per person
  • Ontario Parks reservation service fee: $9.50
  • Touring kayak rental:  $35.98 + HST per kayak (include a safety kit, paddle and spray-skirt per person) Life jacket is NOT included, you can rent one for about $2.99
  • Group meals
Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the TOC on Mon, Aug 9 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!