Backpack on Western Uplands Trail - Fri, Feb 22 2008

Backpack on Western Uplands Trail (2/22/2008)

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, Feb 22 2008 5:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 5:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Feb 4 2008 11:59:00 PM

Event Duration:

3 days, 2 nights

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Julian L
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Member Cost:

$30.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All Ages Welcome

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:

We will drive up to Algonquin Park and stay at Mew Lake Campground Friday night. Saturday morning we will drive to the Western Uplands Trail and backpack to a campsite on East Maggie Lake.

We will set up a basecamp on East Maggie Lake.On Sunday we will backpack out, returning to the cars and Toronto. p>

Participants MUST have proper winter backcountry gear, and must be capable of backpacking 10-15km through some hilly terrain in the wintertime.

The pre-meeting for this trip will be mandatory.

Required Items to Bring:

-backpack

-winter hiking boots

-winter sleeping bag and appropriate sleeping pad

-winter clothing - synthetic or wool - NO COTTON

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Snowshoes may be required depending on snowload.

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

536Km

Carpool Departure Time:

5:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $138.29 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Saturday, November 23, 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:

$30.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Mew Lake campsite, additional vehicle and 2 nights backcountry. Any excess money will be applied against shared food and stove fuel costs.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Mon, Feb 4 2008.

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!