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Wolf Den Bunkhouse & Cabins (1/20/2012)

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:

Oxtongue Lake & Algonquin Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Jan 20 2012, Sat, Jan 21 2012, Sun, Jan 22 2012 6:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 6:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Dec 12 2011 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

Friday evening to Sunday afternoon

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Andrew F
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Member Cost:

$68.75/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

OVERVIEW

Winter at the Wolfden has become a yearly tradition with the TOC, and it has always been one of my favourites. Wolf Den is a hostel on the outskirts of Algonquin park and beautifully appointed with a large shared kitchen and communal areas.

The place will be entirely ours for the weekend; we've booked the whole thing.

DATE, TIME, AND COST

We'll travel up Friday afternoon/evening and return on Sunday. As always, we'll try to sort out a carpool that will accomodate people's individual schedules. Please remember however, that the official leaving time is 6pm on Friday.

The per person cost for the weekend's accomodation works out to approximately $68.75. This cost is due up front by paying the TOC's Treasurer. Payment must be received by December 12th.

If you're participating in the carpool, expect an additional cost on top of that for transportation. This I'll collect at the event and distribute to the drivers.

ACCOMODATIONS

There are several rooms available both in the main lodge and in the satellite cabins. Expect to share a room with 2-3 others (I'll try my match-making best to meet preference and find people who will match schedules, though some specifics will likely end up first come, first served.)

There are three private rooms with double beds. Any two people who wish to take advantage of these may request them from us: the first to request AND PAY, will get these. (A simple email letting Andrew F. know the Treasurer has been paid for both of you is sufficient to secure the spot.)

Communal bathrooms and showers are available in the main lodge.

Bedding and towels are provided.

ACTIVITIES

While there are skiing and hiking trails within a short walk of the Wolfden (not to mention a great waterfall) we're right on Algonquin's doorstep!

With this many people, there will be multiple groups heading out both days: if you're interested in skiing, snowshoeing or hiking, you're likely to find likeminded members to head out with.

If you need equipment, the Wolfden is right beside Algonqu in Outfitters.

In the evenings expect a social atmosphere upstairs in the loft talking or playing games.

Finally, I'd be remiss not to mention the available sauna :)

FOOD

The Wolfden has a large, fully equiped kitchen available for our use.

Saturday evening we'll organize an (optional) potluck dinner which I've always found to be a great experience.

Beyond that, meal planning will be up to each of you. (Though you may wish to look for like minded people on the trip or in your carpool. We can help here.)

THE REST

Did we leave out anything? Questions, comments, concerns? Email and let us know!

Looking forward to seeing you out there.

Required Items to Bring:

Winter Clothes
Overnight Clothes/Toiletries
Hiking/Skiing/Snowshoeing Gear
Food for Meals & Snacks
A container to carry water
Money for the carpool (if participating)

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

Slippers for inside
Alcohol (if you like?)
Bathing Suit for the Sauna
Games, Instruments, whatever

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Go north on Hwy 400; at Barrie, go northeast on Hwy 11; at Huntsville, go east on Hwy 60; you'll see the Wolf Den on the right-hand side of the road just past Oxtongue Lake, but before you reach the Algonquin Park gates.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

540Km

Carpool Departure Time:

6:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $139.32 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Friday, April 19, 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:

Notes on the Waiting List (as always)...

If extra drivers are needed, they'll get priority.
Those pre-paying will get priority.

- 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:

$68.75/Person

Cost Includes:

SEND ALL MONEY TO THE TOC TREASURER.

Cost includes: accomodation for two nights at the Wolf Den Bunkhouse and Cabins near Oxtongue Lake. Not included in this amount are costs for food, Algonquin Park permit ($16/car/day), equipment rental and carpool expenses.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Mon, Dec 12 2011.

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!
*Note: Payment must be received in full by Monday, December 12th. If you cancel after this date, you will receive a refund only if someone can *reasonably* be found to take your place.