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X-C Ski/Snowshoe Weekend at Kawartha Nordic (3/3/2012)

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:Ski
Event Location: Kawarthas
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 3 2012, Sun, Mar 4 2012  8:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Jan 31 2012 8:00:00 PM
Event Duration:All weekend
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Alison
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.
Member Cost:$55.60/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:8
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Join us for a weekend of cross-country skiing or showshoeing at Kawartha Nordic, north of Peterborough. Kawartha has 34 km of classic trails and 13.5 km of skating trails, plus 10 km of snowshoeing trails.

Weekend itinerary:

  • We will drive up to the Kawarthas early on Saturday morning and will ski all day on Saturday
  • After skiing, we'll drive back to Lakefield, and on Saturday night, we'll stay at The Village Inn
  • We'll ski again at Kawartha Nordic on Sunday, and then we'll head back to Toronto late afternoon, getting back to the Downsview around 6pm or so

Accommodation:

  • Each room at The Village Inn contains 2 queen-size beds, so will be shared - please indicate in the notes if you want to share with another member who has also signed up.
  • Continental breakfast is included in the room rate but you may want to supplement this with cheese, yoghurt, etc.
  • The rooms include a fridge and coffee maker, amongst other amenities. You can bring stuff to make your own lunch on Sunday, or buy something at the ski centre.
  • We'll find dinner locally on Saturday night - the Thirsty Loon pub at the hotel is highly recommended.

NOTES:

  • Ski rentals can be made at MEC - they have a very competitive weekend rate
  • There are NO rentals available at Kawartha Nordic
  • Rooms will be pre-booked for only those people who have paid by the registration deadline.
  • If you have any questions about the Lakefield area, then Joseph at the Village Inn has asked that you email him and he'll help you out

Required Items to Bring:
  • Skis, boots and poles
  • Gloves and hat
  • Water each day
  • Lunch and/or snacks each day
  • Change of clothes for Saturday night
  • Personal toiletries
  • Pyjamas - accommodation is in shared rooms!
  • Cash for carpool
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Change of clothes (in case you get wet)
  • First aid kit
  • Camera

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

All participants must meet at the carpool.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):430Km
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 $110.94 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, May 2, 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:$55.60/Person
Cost Includes:
  • 1-night accommodation (includes HST): $54.00
  • 3% TOC transfer fee: $1.60

Price is based on two people sharing each room.

Cost does NOT include:

  • Ski pass for 2 days ($15/day for skiing, $7/day for showshoeing)
  • Ski rentals if required (not available at the ski centre)
  • Meals
  • Carpool costs
Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the TOC on Tue, Jan 31 2012.
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:
  • The weekend will go ahead unless the roads are dangerous due to bad weather or the ski area is closed due to unseasonal weather.