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Winter Backpacking in Algonquin (11/30/2012)

PRE-REGISTRATION 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.You will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the TOC.

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:

Algonquin Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Nov 30 2012, Sat, Dec 1 2012, Sun, Dec 2 2012 5:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 5:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Nov 21 2012 11:55:00 PM

Event Duration:

Friday Evening to Sunday Evening

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Jessie
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Member Cost:

$25.00/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Experience the magic and majesty of Algonquin in the winter! Normally the first snow falls in November and by this time, we should (hopefully) have enough to snowshoe on the Western Upland trail to Maggie Lake and back.

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.

We will be traveling 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.

A pre-meeting for this trip will be held on Thursday, November 22, 2012 at 7:00pm to discuss car pooling arrangements, trip expectation, route, food planning and equipment at Chalkers Pub Billiards & Bistro,247 Marlee Avenue,North York. If you are unable to make the pre- meeting you must contact me to make alternative arrangements or you will be dropped for the trip.

Required Items to Bring:
To be discussed in detail at the pre-meeting. Winter appropriate clothing, boots 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):

640Km

Carpool Departure Time:

5:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $165.12 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, April 27, 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:

- 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.
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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$25.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Camping fees for Friday and Saturday night, reservation fees and parking fees for additional vehicle. This is the approximate amount and does not include the carpool and expenses for common meals.

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the TOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

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

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