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Canoe Trip. Haliburton Highlands. Big Hawk, Red Pine, Nunikani loop (5/7/2011)

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: Haliburton Highlands
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 7 2011, Sun, May 8 2011  10:00 AM  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Mar 31 2011 7:00:00 PM
Event Duration:One night and two full days
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Event Coordinator(s): Colin S
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Member Cost:$14.50/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:6
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Lets go early in the season and beat the bugs (hopefully)

The Haliburton Highlands is a beautiful area south of Algonquin Park with many small lakes and rivers. The short portages are particularly nice, as is the scenery.
We will leave early Saturday morning, stopping along the way to pick up our rental boats (if needed), arriving at our departure point by mid-morning
We will paddle a short route (19k)with several short portages (max 651m) camping midway.
This will not be a difficult route, but some canoe experience is preferred.


Required Items to Bring:
  • food for breakfast on Sunday. Lunch for Saturday and Sunday. Supper for Saturday
  • Dry clothes, stored in waterproof bag
  • rain gear
  • Cool weather rated sleeping bag
  • whistle
  • PFD's are required to be worn at all times on the water by the toc
  • canoe, 2 people per boat (rentals are available)
  • paddle
  • rain gear
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • sunscreen
  • camera
  • insect repellent (just in case)

How to Get There:
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):474Km
Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $122.29 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Tuesday, April 30, 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:
There will be a pre-meeting to discuss shared items such as stoves, and tents
l will try to pair more experienced paddlers with less experienced
Please let me know if you want to bring your own canoe
Canoe rentals are available if needed, but are not included in event cost. Participants will be responsible for renting their own boats
- 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:$14.50/Person
Cost Includes:
  • Camping fees $13.
  • $1.50 transaction fee
Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the TOC on Thu, Mar 31 2011.
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: There may be no refund given to cancellations after registration cut off date if no replacement is found.