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FALL COLOURS - PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND IN ALGONQUIN (9/30/2011)

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.

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:

Wolf Den Lodge, Dwight, ON

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Sep 30 2011, Sat, Oct 1 2011, Sun, Oct 2 2011 4:00 PM (Carpool Departure: 2:00 PM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Aug 16 2011 2:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

3 days

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Caroline
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Member Cost:

$60.90/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:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

ALGONQUIN PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND

Come be inspired by the spectacular fall foliage in Algonquin. The canopy will be lit up with vibrant fiery reds of the sugar maples, the intense yellows of birch and poplar trees, and the dark green of pine and fir trees. We will hike various trails off Hwy 60 over the weekend looking for wildlife, waterfalls and scenic vistas.
Please include answer the following questions in the Notes section when you register
What camera do you use
Are you using a tripod?
Are you willing to be up at dawn and out all day on the trail (returning after 7 pm)

Be prepared to carry a full day pack (see Gary's ppt) as well as your photography gear. Proper hiking gear is mandatory! We will be hiking 20-25 km per day, to the top of ridges, across marshes and streams and there will be no drop outs.

ITINERARY: This will be a busy weekend! Participation is MANDATORY. Please do not sign up otherwise as there are people on the waiting list.
FRIDAY: Leave GTA 4pm to avoid traffic. Dinner en route or at Wolf Den. Wolf howl and owl hunt along Hwy 60.

SATURDAY: Enthusiastic early rise at 5:30 am! No exceptions! Start on shorter trails looking for good vantage points. Regroup 8:30 or 9am, snack and travel to longer trails. Spend the day hiking/photography keeping an eye out for places to return to for sunset opportunities. Return to Wolfden approximately 7pm.

SUNDAY: Another enthusiastic 5:30 am rise, regroup on trail approx 8:30 - 9am. Quick return to Wolfden mid-morning to check out, spend the remainder of the afternoon hiking and photographing. Leave area for return to GTA approximately 5pm.

MANDATORY PRE-TRIP MEETING: A mandatory pre-meeting is scheduled at 7pm on Tuesday, Sept 13 to discuss the trip, food and gear. If you do not attend the pre-meeting, you will be removed from the trip. Please do not sign up for this trip until you are sure you can attend.

FOOD: This is always an important component of any trip! Dinners will be communal with everyone sharing the responsibility for preparing meals and clearing up afterwards. You will need to bring your own breakfast + lunch for Saturday and Sunday.

ACCOMMODATION: We will be staying at Wolf Den Bunkhouse in the main building as well as the bunkhouse. Wolf Den is special place with a great atmosphere. The main building is a unique timberframe log cabin, with a fully equipped communal kitchen, a cozy, yet spacious lounge with a fireplace, and a new cedar log sauna. Linen and towels are supplied.

Required Items to Bring:

Proper footwear and hiking gear
Camera + equipment
Full day pack (See Gary's ppt)
Bathing suit (for the sauna)
Slippers or soft shoes to wear in the lodge
Personal toiletries
Water bottle and/or thermos flask
Breakfast + lunch items
Snacks

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Directions will be provided to those driving at the carpool departure. There is no meeting up directly at the event.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

520Km

Carpool Departure Time:

2:00 PM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $134.16 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Wednesday, May 1, 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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- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
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- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Stacy, at content@torontooutdoorclub.com.

Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$60.90/Person

Cost Includes:

Accomodation for two nights at the Wolf Den
3% TOC payment processing fee

Shared costs of food and carpool
$10 surcharge for a single room
Dinner on Friday evening
Cost of breakfast/lunches/snacks
Algonquin Park parking permit: $16/car/day

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the TOC on Tue, Aug 16 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: Payment must be received in full by Tuesday Aug 16. If you cancel after this date, you will only receive a refund if another member is available to take your place.