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Backpack Bruce Peninsula National Park (8/15/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

Tobermory, ON

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Aug 15 2008, Sat, Aug 16 2008, Sun, Aug 17 2008 6:30 PM (Carpool Departure: 3:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jul 25 2008 11:59:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 nights.

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Matt E
Kate E
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Member Cost:

$30.00/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

In search of a D6 level hike from a province without mountains, we are returning to Bruce Peninsula National Park.

This is the most beautiful and rugged area for backpacking that I have seen in Southern Ontario. The second half between Halfway Log Dump and High Dump is particularly irregular, includes scrambling up short walls, features lookouts on Georgian Bay, and ends in a 150ft descent from the cliffs to the shoreline. As well, the first 2km section between Halfway Log Dump and Storm Haven required a full hour to walk last year. Please have a look at our previous trip.

See Bruce Trail map #39.

Friday afternoon, we must carpool promptly at 3pm and arrive at the Halfway Log Dump parking lot no later than 6:30pm. It would be best if you brought a bag dinner for yourself, came fully packed, and ready to walk. Sunset is at 8:30, it is 8km and a minimum 2 hour hike to High Dump. The trail becomes very dangerous in the dark.

On Saturday, there will be several options. The day hike will cover the length of the park, and 25.5 km round trip to the Grotto, the park's main attraction. From the Bruce Trail Reference Guide: "The section between km 151.1 and 156.2 is considered to be the most rugged and challenging hiking along the whole length of the Bruce Trail. Be prepared!"
The alternatives are to hike along the shore, climbing under, through, and around the many boulders which have fallen from the cliffs, or hang out on the beach.

Sunday we can stay to around noon before walking out.

Be forewarned, you should expect to grow blisters and get sore feet. Bring heavy, hard boots that have been worn in.

For this park, it is necessary to pay all fees up front. Please get your payments in. Your status on the sign-up list will mean nothing until we have your cold hard cash.

You must be able to attend a pre-meeting the week prior to the trip. If you do not attend the pre-meeting, you will not be allowed to participate.

Required Items to Bring:
Pack a bag dinner for Friday, and leave a snack in the car for yourself on Sunday.
We will plan a menu together, split the cost and weight of food.
Bring at least 2L of water in refillable bottles.
Everyone brings at least a 50L backpack, sleeping bag and pad, their own dishes, clothing, swim suit, hat etc.
You will carry what you bring, so pack light.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Your favorite snacks.
Your favorite vice.
A camera, a coffee press, as I have neither.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

#410 N to #10 N to Owen Sound. Turn left at 10th St./#6/#21. Turn right at #6 N to Tobermory. Watch for Cheap Smokes, turn right at Emmett Lake Road. Meet at Halfway Log Dump parking lot.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

570Km

Carpool Departure Time:

3:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $147.06 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, May 9, 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:

National Parks do not allow fires. Some of the hiking can be considered impassable by dogs.
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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$30.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$30.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Reservations for two tent platforms for two nights at High Dump and parking.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Fri, Jul 25 2008.

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!