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Intro to Winter Backpacking - Western Uplands Trail (12/3/2010)

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.

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

Algonquin Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Dec 3 2010, Sat, Dec 4 2010, Sun, Dec 5 2010 5:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 5:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Nov 12 2010 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

2.5 days - Friday Evening to Sunday Evening

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Jennifer M
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Member Cost:

$21.50/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

We will be heading out to Algonquin Park to backpack on the Western Uplands Trail to Maggie Lake and back.

If weather permits we will snowshoe.

Note that the coordinator may have a dog on the trip. Any participants wishing to bring their dog must first speak to the coordinator.

Participants must supply their own packs and other equipment, including snowshoes (if weather dictates), however as much gear as possible will be shared in common. This will be discussed at a mandatory pre-meeting.

All participants must have previous backcountry hiking experience. That said, this is a great chance to learn about camping in cold temperatures before winter really sets in and is a good introduction to cold-weather camping - those new to winter camping are welcome. Priority will be given when pulling from the waiting list to those with less experience.

We will be travelling up to Algonquin Friday night and staying at the Mew Lake campground before starting our backpack the following (Saturday) morning. We will return to Toronto Sunday evening after backpacking approx. 13k both days.

The cost for the trip listed below includes camping fees/vehicle permits only and is approximate. Shared costs for food and stove fuel will be charged separately.

Required Items to Bring:
To be discussed at the pre-meeting. Winter appropriate clothing and sleeping bags are a must, among other things.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
To be discussed at the pre-meeting.

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

525Km

Carpool Departure Time:

5:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $135.45 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, April 28, 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.
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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$21.50/Person

Cost Includes:

Campsite, Mew Lake: $40.50

Additional Vehicle Charge: $12.25*2 (3 cars total)=$24.50

Reservation (Backcountry) Fee: $9.50

Backcountry Fee: $11.75/night*9=$105.75

Total: $180.25

Per person: $20

Plus $1.50 transaction surcharge

Total owing to the TOC: $21.50

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Fri, Nov 12 2010.

Make a Payment:

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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!