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SPRING CANOEING IN FRONTENAC (5/10/2013)

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:

Frontenac Provincial Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, May 10 2013, Sat, May 11 2013, Sun, May 12 2013 6:30 PM (Carpool Departure: 6:30 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Apr 26 2013 7:30:00 AM

Event Duration:

3 days - Fri night to Sun night

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Caroline
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.

Member Cost:

$17.25/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

SPRING PADDLING IN FRONTENAC

Trip has been changed so we are driving up Friday night + camping at the outfitters

Frontenac is a beautiful semi-wilderness park in Eastern Ontario. This is a weekend for experienced TOC paddlers who are nature enthusiasts and serious about wildlife photography. We'll get the chance to see the early spring flowers blooming, birds migrating, photo the moon, and if we're lucky we'll come across some of the 38 species of mammals that call Frontenac home.

This trip is not for beginners as no instruction will be given.

Spring time can bring many surprises, so we'll need to be prepared for drastic changes in weather and expect the unexpected! You will need to supply / rent all your own gear. Depending on interest, food may be shared. We will paddle for several hours a day, and there are a couple of longer (+750m) portages. Once we set up camp and collect firewood there will be opportunity for afternoon hikes along Frontenac's backpacking trails.

The water will still be very cold and it may be windy on the open lakes. On the plus side, the late spring might mean we won't see many black flies - bring a bug suit and plenty of insect repellant just in case! Rumour has it there is terrific fishing in the park - you are responsible for obtaining a valid fishing licence + for safety reasons please do not fish while there is gear in the boat. (!!)

Priority will go to people who have been on previous photo/backcountry events with me and a minimum of 5 TOC events.
Otherwise, please email me the following info when you sign up...
*What canoe trips have you been on in the last year or so? ( How many days, where, etc)
*Where did you learn to canoe (do you have any ORCKA certificates etc)
*How would you rate your swimming ability without a PFD
*Have you ever practiced canoe rescues?
*What backcountry gear do you have - bag/mat//tent/stove/water purification/pack etc
If you don't send me specific info I will have to assume you have no experience and will delete you :)
Please do not sign up if you are not a good swimmer. If your boat capsizes or you slip on rocks and fall in the water without a PDF you put yourself at risk and may endanger other members of the group.

Photo credit: Caroline

Required Items to Bring:
To be discussed via email and pretrip meeting/hike.

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

600Km

Carpool Departure Time:

6:30 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $154.80 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Monday, April 29, 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:

$17.25/Person

Cost Includes:

Shared cost of reservation fee for campsites
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Backcountry camping fees $11.75 per day +HST
Canoe rentals $47 per day + HST/2
Charges for camping at the outfitters on Friday night
Carpool + parking for carpool cars will also be extra.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Fri, Apr 26 2013.

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!