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Backpack Frontenac Provincial Park - Cluster 6 (4/13/2007)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Overnight
Event Location: Frontenac Provincial Park
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Apr 13 2007, Sat, Apr 14 2007, Sun, Apr 15 2007  1:00 PM  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 AM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Mar 23 2007 11:59:00 PM
Event Duration:Two nights.
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Matt E
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Member Cost:$20.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:4
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 3 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
This trip is designed specifically to visit my favorite lookout in Frontenac, on the Moulton Gorge. Sorry, I can't post a picture, you'll just have to come and see it.
We will also be near to 'Old Thor,' which is an ancient truck rusting in the woods, miles from any road.

Friday morning, we will carpool in the big smoke and drive the 3 hours to the park.
It is less than 5km and approx. 2 hours from the Big Salmon Lake parking lot to our campsite at Cluster #6. There is a large hill directly at this site, with nice views.

On Saturday, hiking to the lookout and back will take around 3 hours. On Sunday we will walk out. The rest of this trip is entirely up to you.
Take a gander at the map.

Environment Canada's Climate Normals for Kingston in April are a daily high of 10C, low of 0C, and average of 5C. Expect rain and mud, but no people.

Dogs are allowed, however, the park requires they be leashed at all times.

Required Items to Bring:
Pack a bag lunch 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.
One 3-season tent is needed. The sand pits are large enough for two 2-man tents.
Proper rain gear, suitable boots, and a pack bag of at least 50L are essential. Expect to get wet and cold this time of year if you are not prepared!
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Swimsuit, really. Your favorite vice.
A camera, a coffee press, as I have neither.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Take Highway 401 East, exit at # 613 - Sydenham Road and go north approx. 20 km. At the end, turn left on County Road 5. In the village of Sydenham, watch for and follow the signs. You will pass a last chance grocery and beer store on your right as you leave the village. After 13 Km on curvy County Road 19, you will see a larger Park sign indicating a right turn and a drive of 2.4 km on Salmon Lake Road. Meet at the park office. Directions.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):530Km
Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 AM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $136.74 (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:

- 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:$20.00/Person
Non-Member Cost:$20.00/Person
Cost Includes:Park entry, campsite permits. Cost does not include vehicle parking or food.
Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the TOC on Fri, Mar 23 2007.
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Voluntary Donation:What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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