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Backpacking in the Bruce Peninsula National Park (7/12/2013)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Overnight
Event Location: Bruce Peninsula National Park (Near Tobermory, ON)
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Jul 12 2013, Sat, Jul 13 2013, Sun, Jul 14 2013  4:00 PM  (Carpool Departure: 5:00 PM   *log in for location*)
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Jul 3 2013 11:55:00 PM
Event Duration:Friday evening to Sunday evening-2 Nights
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Jessie
Stefan A
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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:6
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
The Bruce Peninsula National Park is situated on the northern tip of the Bruce Peninsula, between Georgian Bay and Lake Huron. The beautiful park, with a size of 155 square kilometers at the tip of the Niagara Escarpment, consists out of limestone cliffs, caves and underground streams, and ancient forests with some of the oldest trees in Canada. This is one of my favourite areas in Ontario with breathtaking scenery and some challenging hiking.

We will leave Toronto in two groups:

One group will leav on Friday evening and camp at Cyprus Lake campground in the Bruce Peninsula National Park and spend Friday night there. Stefan will be coordinating this group.

The second group is able to take Friday off and will leave on Friday morning, hike the area and spend Friday night in Stormhaven, the first backcountry site. Jessie will coordinate this group.

On Saturday morning, the two groups will meet at Halfway log Dump parking lot and backpack togehter to our backcountry sites at High Dump. The terrain is rocky and difficult in parts but the views are spectacular and one the most beautiful in Ontario.

Our campsites are just off the beach. No fires are allowed here so we will cook our dinner on stoves.

A pre-meeting for this trip will be held on Thursday, July 4, 2013 at 7:30pm at Chalker's Pub to discuss car pooling arrangements, trip expectation and route, food planning and equipment. If you are unable to make the pre- meeting you must contact me to make alternative arrangements or you will be dropped for the trip.

NOTE: This trip is geared to encourage participation of new backpackers who have some camping/overnight and hiking experience. Experienced backpackers are very welcome too ! Photo taken by Jessie Kaur.


Required Items to Bring:
You will carry what you bring, so pack light.
  • Backpack 50-60L
  • Hiking Boots
  • Suitable clothing for weather + spare
  • Whistle
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Toiletries + Toilet Paper
  • Headlamp
  • Nalgene wide-mouth water bottles or hydration bladder (total capacity should be or exceed 2L)
  • Cup, Bowl, Eating Utensils
  • Food - will be discussed at pre-meeting
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • First-aid Kit
  • Knife
  • Stove + Lighter
  • Pots + Cookware
  • Tent
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat + Bug Net
  • Water filter/treatment
  • Garbage Bag
  • Sandals
  • Gloves
  • Camera

How to Get There:
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):560Km
Carpool Departure Time: 5:00 PM
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $144.48 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Thursday, November 21, 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. See Map 39 in the Bruce Trail Reference Guide for a layout of the land. Everyone must be prepared to carry all that they need and use. Pack in, pack out. It will be necessary for everyone to carry their fair share in their backpacks.
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Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$30.00/Person
Cost Includes:Reservations for one campsite each at Cyprus Lake and Storm Haven, parking. This does not include carpool cost.
Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the TOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.
 
Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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