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Weekend - Autumn Leaves Trail Ride on Icelandic Horses (10/20/2006)

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.

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:

Adventure

Event Location:

Clear Lake Farm, near Magnetawan, Ontario

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Oct 20 2006, Sat, Oct 21 2006, Sun, Oct 22 2006 5:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 5:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Sep 10 2006 11:59:00 PM

Event Duration:

Friday evening to Sunday afternoon

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Jo
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Member Cost:

$290.00/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Enjoy a weekend of crisp air and fall colours at Clear Lake Farm (CLF), 3.5 hours north of Toronto. Farm owners Otmar and Kordula Fueth are award-winning horse breeders, trainers and riding instructors who specialize in Icelandic horses. These horses are a very hardy, calm-tempered breed developed over 1,000 years from the original Viking horses brought to Iceland. Although they are small, they are very strong and can be fast. Besides their aptitude for covering rough ground and long distances, most have a unique fourth gait in addition to walk, trot and canter/gallop. This is called "tolt", and is very smooth and comfortable to ride.

The cost for this weekend will include 2 days of riding on woodland trails and quiet country roads, all meals at CLF including lunch on the trail, and 2 nights' accommodation in the restored original farmhouse. When not riding, there are ample opportunities for walking on the trails. The farm is on a lake with a small sandy beach, although the water will be quite chilly!

This trip is NOT for total beginners, as each day will involve hours in the saddle. However, you do not have to be an advanced rider or have experience with Icelandic horses in order to participate. You should be comfortable trotting. Our guide will introduce the Icelandic style of riding and will give tips as we ride.

To reserve your place, you must pay a $100 deposit to TOC by the registration cut off date.

Riding helmets are mandatory and will be supplied if you don't own one. All riders must sign the liability waivers provided by CLF.

Required Items to Bring:
Riding pants or long pants
Low heeled boots

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Helmet, if you own one. Otherwise, the farm will supply one.
Shoes or boots for hiking.
Swimsuit, if you're a polar bear (yes, Jo will be bringing hers)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

http://www.icelandichorses.ca/directions.htm

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

590Km

Carpool Departure Time:

5:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $152.22 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Friday, May 10, 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:

If you're intrigued by Icelandic horses, be sure to visit the OIHA annual show on the weekend of Sept 23-24th at the Orangeville fairgrounds! More info on the OIHA web site.
- 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.
- 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:

$290.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$290.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Two nights' comfortable accomodation, three meals on Saturday and two on Sunday, horse rental and guide. Includes GST. Because we must have a minimum number of participants and because space is limited, you must pay a $100 deposit to TOC to reserve your booking. The balance of the fee will be paid directly to the farm at the event.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Sun, Sep 10 2006.

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!
*Note: As we must book well in advance, and accommodation is very limited, deposits will NOT be refundable after the registration cut-off date. However, you may transfer your registration to another person.