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Gary's Early Fall Overnight Hike - McCrae Lake Loop (10/1/2011)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

McCrae Lake area loop

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Oct 1 2011, Sun, Oct 2 2011 8:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Sep 10 2011 8:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 full days and one night

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Gary Ataman
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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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Are you ready for another real Canadian outdoor adventure?

If you been out with me before you know what to expect. If you have not been out with me before you can check some of my previous trips including my Survival Series. This trip will incorporate elements from the survival series trips.

Situated between Parry Sound and Barrie on the east coast of Georgian Bay, the McCrae Lake Wilderness Area posses the rugged beauty of the Canadian Shield. This is a challenging but rewarding hike. We'll pass by spectacular views of the lake from atop granite cliffs, windswept white pines, bedrocks, beaver dams and wetlands.

The challenge on this adventure will be to covering the planned distance of ~35km and surviving the cool October night. There will be some beaver dam and stream crossings. So come prepared for some fun.

The focus will be on light weight backpacking techniques. So ideally no tents would be the goal. We'll be using debris/garbage bag/tarp shelters. You can get as creative as you want. Early fall weight sleeping bag and pad (optional). If you're a keener, sleep by the fire under your tarp shelter. Cooking over the open fire at night. Dress in layers.

The trip will follow the format of the Nov 20-21, 2010 early winter camping trip. You can check out the photos.

This trip is open to experienced hikers with overnight fall camping experience. You need to be able to be confortable bushwhacking on this adventure. You need to be able to hike on trails at around 5 km/hr and bushwhack at 2.5 km/hr.

Pre-trip details will be worked out via email and phone calls.

Required Items to Bring:

Early fall camping backpacking gear

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

Cash to pay for the carpool.

Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

See me.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

330Km

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $85.14 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Friday, May 3, 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. If your new to my events please send me an email;

a) Describing your hiking/camping experience.

b) Describe your gear, you have and need.

c) Describe your physical fitness level. You must be capable of hiking 20 km a day at a pace of 4-5 km/hr on Canadian Shield terrain.

The trip will be pre-organized mostly by email. Your email information will be distributed to all members on the trip to aid in the trip planning process.
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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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