Flatwater

Philip Edward Island loop - and we are looking for a crew, are you interested?

SOON - 6 DAYS between Aug 23 to 30 2015. Dates to be confirmed with participants.
A flat-water trip, but open big water on Georgian Bay. Subject to wind and waves.
Kayakers welcome, but you have to carry your own stuff.

The first night, arrive and camp at George Lake campgrounds in Killarney Prov Park. We will start and finish at Chikanishing River access point. We are hoping to do the entire loop (weather permitting and have a built in rain/wind/layover day)? The one portage of 400 m appears to be optional.

5 W’s
Where - Philip Edward Island Loop. 70 km round trip divided by 5 days = 14 km a day. Lots of time to explore.
When – TBD, 6 days between Aug 23 and 30, 2015.
Why – Andrea’s bucket list and it just feels good to get out there.
Who – Andrea Fulton, Gary James and hopefully 2-4 more.
How – Source(s) – Kevin Callan – Top 50 canoe routes of Ontario – page 170 to 173.
FEES/COST: first night at George Lake campground and there is launch/parking fees.

Day one/river day zero:
Drive up to Killarney Prov Park, George Lake campground for the first night and get permit(s).

Day two/river day one:
Drive to Chikanishing River access point, park (where and paid?). Start the trip.

Day three/ river day two:
Day four/river day three:
Day five/river day four:
Day six/river day five: A possible wind/layover day or last night at Killarney and or drive home.

The Basics
Event Location: 
Philip Edward Island Loop, 70 km round trip.
Date(s) & Time: 
Sunday, August 23, 2015 (All day)
Registration Cut Off: 
08/20/2015
Event Duration: 
6 days
Difficulty Rating: 
Intermediate
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
WCA members and friends of
Maximum Group Size: 
6 people, 3 canoes and or kaya
Minimum Group Size: 
2 people and one canoe going
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

see above and call us.

Required Items to Bring: 

One weeks worth of canoe gear and food.

Recommended Items to Bring: 

Open and exposed - bring wind and rain gear. Regular canoe gear. Stove cooking as wood is very limited.

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

Killarney Prov. Park - George Lake campground the first night.

Carpool Info: 

TBA, depends on who and when people can leave.

Other
Cancellation Policy: 
You say yes, you are in for the cost of the permits.
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
gary james
Phone: 
416-512-6690

Cedar Ridge Camp in Madawaska Highlands

This year`s WCA Fall Meeting is being held at beautiful and comfortable Cedar Ridge Camp; once you have registered for the Fall Meeting I invite you to join me in some paddling as there is an abundant selection of flatwater paddling locations nearby. Our choice of trip will depend on the weather for Saturday, September 19th. If the weather is reliable without any expected disturbance, then the first choice will be a one-way paddling trip down the Little Miississippi River and onto the York River to as far as Negeek Lake on the Madawaska River. We will shuttle back to the camp. If the weather is uncertain, then a shorter paddling trip will held on nearby Mayo and Gin Lakes (6 km south). If there is sufficient interest, two groups could be created to provide a choice of these two paddling locations.

The Basics
Event Location: 
south of McArthur Mills (off Hwy. 28 east of Bancroft)
Date(s) & Time: 
Saturday, September 19, 2015 - 09:00
Registration Cut Off: 
no cut off
Event Duration: 
one full day (approximately 6-7 hours)
Difficulty Rating: 
Novice
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
anyone who is attending the fall AGM
Maximum Group Size: 
no limit
Minimum Group Size: 
none
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

If the prime trip will be on the Little Mississippi/York River then we will drive up to Burnt Bridge put-in at east of Boulter (about 22 km from Camp), then shuttle a few vehicles to the take-out on Negeek Lake (about 17 km further away off Hwy. 515 west of Palmer Rapids). The paddling trip is about 14 km long with pristine scenic views. The alternative trip will start from the access point into Mayo Lake at about 6 km south of the Camp. Also could paddle underneath a huge culvert into Gin Lake. Mayo Lake has a few cottages but they are well spaced apart and power boats will be very minimal at that time of the year.

Required Items to Bring: 

Canoes can be obtained for no charge at Cedar Ridge Camp if anyone does not have a canoe or prefers not to bring their own. Anyone with kayaks are welcome to bring them along. PFD, throwrope, whistle, paddles and bailer are required. A warm waterproof jacket, drinking bottle or container are also required for an enjoyable trip

Recommended Items to Bring: 

Camera or I-Pod, snacks, sun screen lotion if warm weather continues, any type of hat or perhaps swimwear for those who are still brave enough for a dip in the water.

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

From Toronto: Highway 401 east to Highway 115 to Peterborough, Highway 7 east briefly to turn left onto Highway 28 at lights, Continue on Highway 28 to Bancroft, stay on Highway 28 through Bancroft on continue eastbound on to McArthur Mills at 60 kph zone. Then turn right onto Mayo Lake Road. follow road for about 5 km, then turn right at huge camp sign on right side, then turn left to go underneath an overhead gate sign into the camp territory.

Carpool Info: 

Carpooling will be arranged for the possible shuttling trip.

Other
Cancellation Policy: 
none
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
Andrew Craig
Phone: 
613-754-2882
Email: 

Toronto Islands paddle

"Leave from Cherry Beach, cross the Eastern Channel, and explore around the islands (inner harbour - facing Toronto). Picnic lunch with option for a quick swim. We can also explore around Leslie spit, or paddle down the ship channel to the turning basin. If interest, we can go to Keating Channel pub for a beer and a bite afterwards

Note: You have the option to circumnavigate the island once the group paddle is done. Note it can get very choppy going through the Western Channel, with waves bouncing off the sides creating weird patterns. Can also get choppy all the way back on the south side of the island, as there is no protection. However, on a calm day might be fine, and many places to portage back to inner harbour side. "

The Basics
Event Location: 
Cherry Beach, Toronto.
Date(s) & Time: 
Saturday, August 8, 2015 - 11:00
Registration Cut Off: 
Aug, Sept 7th
Event Duration: 
Depends - should be back around 5p
Difficulty Rating: 
Beginner
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
Everyone
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

We will leave around 11:00 and cross the eastern channel to Ward's island. We will go between Ward's and Algonquin Island.

If anyone has not walked around the residential part of the islands, can do a short hike. Really pretty houses and well worth it.

Will make our way to Hanlan's point, and then back.

Required Items to Bring: 

All paddling and safety gear

Recommended Items to Bring: 

Picnic lunch

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

Leave from Cherry Beach, near the loop

Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
Daniel Aufgang
Phone: 
416 897 7996

RESTOULE/EAST FRENCH RIVER BACKCOUNTRY JULY 14TH

I AM LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO CAMP AT A BACKCOUNTRY SITE ON STORMY LAKE FOR 6/7 NIGHTS. NO PORTAGING INVOLVED. RELAXING, EXPLORING, HIKING, ETC. BRING ALL OF YOU OWN GEAR, FOOD ETC. EASY PUT IN AT RESTOULE P.P. PETS WELCOME. CALL AFTER 4:00PM. NO HOME INTERNET SERVICE. 519-855-9919. SHARON HUTTON

The Basics
Event Location: 
Restoule P.P. area
Date(s) & Time: 
Tuesday, July 14, 2015 - 12:00
Registration Cut Off: 
JULY 11, 2015
Event Duration: 
6/7 NIGHTS
Difficulty Rating: 
Beginner
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
ANYONE
Maximum Group Size: 
3
Minimum Group Size: 
2
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

SAME AS ABOVE#

Required Items to Bring: 

ANYTHING YOU NEED.

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

HWY 11 NORTH OF HWY 60. EX IT WHEN YOU SEE RESTOULE P.P. FOLLOW RESTOULE PP.P. SIGNS TO PARK. SOME SIGNS ARE SMALL.

Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
Sharon Hutton
Phone: 
519 855 9919

Massasauga Provincial Park

This is a combined leisurely and exploration three day trip in Massasauga Provincial Park when the peak visiting time in the park is gone with fewer people and other boats around when ideal weather still holds on during most pastime years. The campsite reservation has been confirmed by contacting me if you would like to join in.

The Basics
Event Location: 
Oastler (Three Legged Lake) Access Point at south of Parry Sound
Date(s) & Time: 
Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - 11:00
Registration Cut Off: 
Sunday, September 6th
Event Duration: 
Tuesday, September 8th at 11:00 AM to Friday, September 11th
Difficulty Rating: 
Intermediate
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
familiar with interior camping and portaging
Maximum Group Size: 
8 people, 2 tents
Minimum Group Size: 
1 person
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

All participants will meet at the Oastler Lake Provincial Park permit office at 11:00 AM to register before departing to the access point. We will start by paddling out on Three Legged Lake for about 2 km to the first portage at 320m long. Then paddle for about 7 km on Spider Lake the next two short portages (30m and 270m) into Clear Lake to camp three nights on reserved campsite #30 on the north shore facing sunlight direction. One of two days will explore the islands of Georgian Bay by portaging nearby on one 320m long trail and the other at 475m long. One day will be a leisure time for relaxing or exploring the lake. Canoes will be preferable however a decent size kayak can handle these portage trails. On Friday we will return in the morning to the same access point. Each direction between campsite #30 and the access point could range from 4 to 6 hours.

Required Items to Bring: 

own sleeping bag, portable stove, matches, estimated amount of food for three days by possibly swapping food with other campers, drinking bottle, warm and water proof clothes, paddles, lifejacket, throwrope, bailer, etc.

Recommended Items to Bring: 

toilet articles, sunscreen, hat, bearspray if available, reliable footwear, etc. Arrange with anyone to bring canoes or kayaks so there will be enough boats for sure.

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

Highway 400 north from Toronto area to exit at exit 217 for Oastler Park Drive, continue for about 2 km. to stop at Oastler Lake Provincial Park permit office (on right side of the road). Then turn onto James Bay Junction Road.Turn left from James Bay Junction Road onto Blue Lake Road, finally turn right from Blue Lake road onto Three Legged Lake Road to the end at the access point.

Carpool Info: 

Anyone living in the GTA can arrange carpooling on their own arrangement.

Other
Cancellation Policy: 
in advanced notice
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
Andrew Craig
Phone: 
613-754-2882
Email: 

May20-25 Restoule/E. French River Backcountry

Relaxing stay at one site. Daily paddling, exploring, relaxing, hiking etc. Pets welcome. B.Y.O. gear, food, etc. Put-in at Restoule P. P. Room for two tents. Bring a lot of bug repellent for youself and inside your tent. I do not have home internet and my husband works nights and sleeps days. CALL AFTER 4 PM!!!! 519 855. 9919

The Basics
Event Location: 
Restoule P.P. area
Date(s) & Time: 
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 - 12:00
Registration Cut Off: 
May 17
Event Duration: 
6 nights
Difficulty Rating: 
Beginner
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
Anyone
Maximum Group Size: 
9
Minimum Group Size: 
2
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

See above.

Required Items to Bring: 

B.Y.O. everything

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

Hwy. 11 to Trout River. Exit 301. Left on 522. 522 to 524. Right on 524. 524 to 534. Left on 534. 534 to Restoule P.P.

Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
Sharon Hutton
Phone: 
519 855 9919

Grand River

This very popular annual trip seems to be a great draw for all levels of paddlers. We are now into the 11 year doing this and we’ve enjoyed perfect weather (most times), portage free paddling, and a social barbeque that has followed our outing. This is a wonderful day to enjoy an easy moving water river and to socialize with other WCA’ers. The trip will start in south Cambridge where we will put in and then paddle to Paris. We will pass through scenic farm country, negotiate some easy grade one water, and stop for lunch along the way. Those interested are welcome to join us back at our house in Cambridge for some food, beverage, and social time.

The Basics
Event Location: 
Grand River, Cambridge
Date(s) & Time: 
Saturday, June 13, 2015 (All day)
Event Duration: 
1 day
Difficulty Rating: 
Novice
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
Doug Ashton
Phone: 
519-620-8364

Week Day Warriors - Shark Lake - ONE MORE NEEDED

I have booked a slow four weekday canoe trip, from Monday June 8 to Thursday June 11, 2015
The goal is to relax, explore and photography.
Day 1 - early departure to Long Lake canoe to Vixen, camp and explore
Day 2 - canoe from Vixen to Shark lake, camp and explore
Day 3 - day trip to Coon and back to explore
Day 4 - return out and home.

However, I required an on-line registration. Registration requires information on the names and ages of paddlers and number of cars. Also the colour of tents and canoes. I am looking for seven more people to join me.
One time registration fee of $11 for the group and camp fees of $12.43 for an adult and 9.94 for a senior 65 and older per person per night. SEND ME THE INFORMATION ASAP.

The Basics
Event Location: 
Shark Lake - Kawartha Highland Signature Site Park
Date(s) & Time: 
Monday, June 8, 2015 - 06:00
Registration Cut Off: 
asap first seven people with required information
Event Duration: 
4 days to Thursday June 11, 2015
Difficulty Rating: 
Novice
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
seven more WCA members
Maximum Group Size: 
8
Minimum Group Size: 
2
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

The goal is to relax, explore and photography.

Required Items to Bring: 

A good attitude and good food. The basic canoe / camping stuff.

Recommended Items to Bring: 

tba

How to Get There
Carpool Info: 

depends on who is coming and from where.

Other
Cancellation Policy: 
once I pay, you pay unless we can replace you.
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
gary james
Phone: 
416-512-6690

Minesing Swamp * Date Change* Now Sat. May 9

Day long flat water trip.
(only thunderstorm will stop us)
Please bring all your own equipment. Bring your lunch/snacks and water as there will be no where to get anything along the paddle! and it could be a long paddle - 3 to 5 hours depending on water levels and downed trees etc.
See you all at 10 am. Please call me if you are not going to make it - 647-983-0418
***BRING BUG SPRAY***

The Basics
Event Location: 
Minesing and Edenvale, Ontario
Date(s) & Time: 
Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 10:00
Registration Cut Off: 
04/28/2015
Event Duration: 
Day event 3 to 5 hours
Difficulty Rating: 
Beginner
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
Everyone!
Maximum Group Size: 
12 boats
Minimum Group Size: 
4 boats
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

We will meet at the put-in (Willow Creek Parking Lot, along George Johnston Road) for 10am and shuttle to the take-out which is nearby. We should then be on the water by 10:30 am.

Required Items to Bring: 

Bag lunch.
Dry change of clothes. Might need bug spray.
Water shoes/boots, there is some wading.
Awareness that through the main section, there will be nowhere to land. Thus, nowhere to find a bathroom either! Please watch your coffee intake.

Recommended Items to Bring: 

Rain gear just in case; it could be warm and sunny, it could be cold and raining. A compass!
If you have a gps it would be a good thing to bring. I do not have one.

***BRING BUG SPRAY***

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

From Hwy. #400, exit at #96 to Dunlop Street West toward Angus.
Turn Right at George Johnston Road / Regional Road 28 toward Minesing.
After approx. 8km, there is a small parking lot on the left side next to the creek.

The take out is at the Edenvale Conservation Area. Continue on George Johnston Road and turn Left at Hwy. #26 West.
At Edenvale, there is a small parking lot on the Right side.
See directions here:
https://www.google.ca/maps/dir/44.421875,-79.823358/44.453897,-79.902128/@44.443585,-79.862795,5335m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!4m4!1m1!4e1!1m1!4e1?hl=en.

Other
Cancellation Policy: 
Call to let me know you are not coming! 647-983-0418
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
M. Bernadette Farley
Phone: 
647-983-0418 after 5:30pm (not on Tues.)

Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park - Explore with Gary Ataman Nov 1-2, 14

ARE YOU READY FOR ANOTHER EXPLORE ADVENTURE? Join me in exploring the hidden waterways of Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park. We will be travelling through classic Canadian Shield territory. On this trip we will opening up a new route north of Victoria Lake.

The Basics
Event Location: 
Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park (North of Norland)
Date(s) & Time: 
Saturday, November 1, 2014 - 10:00
Registration Cut Off: 
Oct 23,14
Event Duration: 
2 days
Difficulty Rating: 
Advanced
Participant Info
Who's Invited: 
Experienced back country folks who are looking for an adventure off the beaten
Maximum Group Size: 
3 boats
Minimum Group Size: 
1 boat
Itinerary
Itinerary description: 

If you are looking for a exploration cold weather challenge then this outing is for you.
We will be exploring, new and old canoe routes in Queen Elizabeth II Provincial Park.
We will be canoeing lakes, ponds, rivers and bushwhacking hiking to find our way around the park. The goal of the outing is to find new routes through the park.
Our plan is to paddle/hike ~15-20 km/5-6 hours a day. Participants should be prepared to perform one way portages across un-marked bushwhacking Canadian Shield terrain. So pack light.
We explored a good section of the park over the past few years. You can check out my Facebook page to see previous trips. This is what you can expect on my outings.

Required Items to Bring: 

One light weight canoe pack and wilderness camping gear to allow one carry portages.
Flat water canoe and camping gear
First Aid Kit
PFD, whistle, throw rope, bailer, etc.

Recommended Items to Bring: 

Camera
Food
Car clothes for drive home

How to Get There
Event Directions: 

See event organizer

Carpool Info: 

See event organizer

Other
Cancellation Policy: 
Only sign up if you are sure you will make the event.
Event Coordinator/s Contact Information
Contact (Name): 
Gary Ataman
Phone: 
905-683-3100 ext 1286 (work) or 905-922-1434 (cell)
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