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UP THE CRACK - 2012 Edition (for NEW backpackers) (5/18/2012)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

La Cloche Silhouette Trail, Killarney Provincial Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, May 18 2012, Sat, May 19 2012, Sun, May 20 2012, Mon, May 21 2012 6:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 6:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Apr 30 2012 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

Friday evening to Monday evening

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Jennifer M
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Member Cost:

$33.50/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

I like to pick mature names for my events.

This event is aimed at new backpackers/those new to the backcountry, BUT experienced hikers. Your hiking experience will be reviewed and confirmed in order for you to attend this event.

Is owning backpacking gear a must? Not necessarily! We'll share gear where possible (helps keep the weight down too!) and you can always rent gear from MEC or Europe Bound.

As this trip is aimed at those new to backpacking and backcountry trips, the pre-meeting is mandatory (date to be discussed with the group).

We will depart Friday night for Killarney Provincial Park, southwest of Sudbury near the shores of Georgian Bay. We should arrive late in the evening/night, and will set up camp in the main campground at George Lake.

Saturday morning we will head out to the La Cloche Silhouette trail, and backpack 15k to our campsite on Heaven Lake - high in the La Cloche Range with a view of much of the park and out to Georgian Bay.

Along the way we will pass lakes, marsh, beaver dams and climb up into the La Cloche Mountains and up The Crack, a famous....you guessed it, crack.....filled with boulders that the trail climbs straight up. The view from the ridges on the top is amazing.

Because I should've reserved this sooner (mea culpa!) we aren't able to basecamp; Sunday will be spent exploring the area before heading about 4k back along the trail to Proulx Lake, a beautiful green/blue lake surrounded by white quarzite - it is beautiful, and has a great lookout over the lake by the campfire!

Monday we will head back along the trail (approx. 12k) to the cars and to Toronto.

This trail has steep climbs and goes through challenging terrain! Many people new to Killarney don't appreciate the elevation changes; Algonquin is not a good comparator. You must be a strong and proven hiker to come on this trip, but this is a great chance to learn about backcountry camping and backpacking if you haven't before. Pack weight WILL matter. We will hike as a group, at the pace of the slowest hiker.

Note: Jenn M may bring one or both of her dogs on this trip. Anyone wishing to bring their dog MUST speak to Jenn M first.

Required Items to Bring:

-60L+ pack

-sleeping bag

-sleeping pad

-BUG SPRAY!

....and more, to be discussed at the pre-meeting. Gear such as tents and stoves will be shared as much as possible.

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

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

788Km

Carpool Departure Time:

6:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $203.30 (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:

Drivers will be given preference!

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$33.50/Person

Cost Includes:

-Campsite Fees for Friday carcamping + extra vehicle permit

-Saturday and Sunday backcountry camping

-TOC transaction fee $1.50

-carpool, stove fuel and shared food costs are NOT included!

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Mon, Apr 30 2012.

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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!