| Paddling Title |
Trip and Train - Cunningham Island |
| Type of Trip |
Backcountry self-catered kayak training trip |
| Date |
26 - 28 July 2025 |
| OVERALL RATING FOR THIS TRIP |
GRADE B (COMFORTABLE BEGINNER) |
SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THIS TRIP
Skills required to deal with the following anticipated conditions. |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Comfortable forward stroke; Comfortable reverse stroke; Comfortable turning strokes; Able to perform assisted rescue as swimmer within 2 attempts and as a rescuer * |
| Anticipated Trip Conditions |
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| Wind |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Light to Moderate; 11 to 20 kms/hour; Wind noticeably affects movement of the paddler |
| Waves, Breaking Waves, Swell |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Waves up to 2 feet; Small breaking waves Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop; scattered whitecaps) |
| Current |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Mild currents; Up to 2-3 kms/hour |
| Open Crossings |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Up to 2 kms |
| Landing Type |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Pebble; more steep; sand bars |
| Landing Frequency |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) No more than 3 kms between landings |
| Total Distance Per Day |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Up to 15 km |
| IMPORTANT HOC TRIP RATING INFORMATION AND CANCELLATION |
We can only anticipate what the trip conditions will be prior to the trip; and they are subject to change based on the weather information for that day; therefore, the overall trip rating and the required skills needed to safely attend the trip, may be upgraded on the day of the trip. This eventuality includes the possible cancellation for some or all its participants; or the postponement of a trip for the following day. By signing up for a club trip, the participant assumes the risk that such a cancellation may occur, even as late as on the shoreline.
HOC Paddling Trip Rating Tool-2024-02-29
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| Important Trip Details |
This trip is being led by Barry Butcher of Textured Waters Paddling, who is highly regarded by the club for his expertise and teaching style. Taking this training will allow you to transition from wishing you could go on trips to confidently participating in trips in a safe and effective manner.
By having hands-on experience as well as sharing practices with your peers, you will learn on a deeper level, the requirements of paddling in more challenging water as well as being better prepared for unplanned events.
Under Barry's watchful eye, training like this will give you the confidence to push your boundaries and give you the satisfaction of doing the trips you have always wanted to do.
Please direct any questions you may have to Katrina Blom, who is coordinating with Barry and the club to run this trip. Email and cell are below.
Paddling location for this program:
Britt Area – We will paddle out of Britt and set up base camp on Cunningham Island. From here we have lots of different environments and areas to utilize based on the weather and wind conditions.
An additional parking cost not included in the trip fee is $10 per day plus a $5 launching fee. Total cost $35.00, Cash Only. |
| Body of Water |
Georgian Bay, Bing Inlet |
| Registration Opens on this date (at 12:00 am) |
March 3, 2025 |
| Registration Closes |
June 16, 2025 |
| Name of Trip Coordinator |
Katrina Blom |
| Email of Trip Coordinator |
kat.blom@gmail.com |
| Contingency Phone, Name |
647 991 2454 |
| Trip Address |
Rock Bottom Getaway,
1587 Riverside Dr, Britt, ON P0G 1A0
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| Google Map Location of Parking |
https://maps.app.goo.gl/wp53EqgvqRVuWJVJ6 |
| Paddling Vessels Permitted |
Recreational kayaks not permitted |
| Boat Launch Location |
Same as parking |
| Arrival time - To get boats, equipment ready for launch |
8:00 AM |
TIME - SHORELINE SAFETY MEETING (PRE-LAUNCH)
(PDFs on; Kayaks, equipment on the shore, ready to go) |
9:30 AM |
| Maximum number of paddlers including leader(s) |
6 participants; in order for the trip to proceed a min of 4 participants are required |
| Bathroom Facilities |
Portapotty at launch; Thunderbox in the backcountry |
| Trip Safety Requirements, What to Bring |
A kayak with sealed fore and aft bulkhead compartments;
Inflatable boats are not permitted;
Sutable paddling outerwear for the enviroment.
Closed tow shoes for both on the water and at camp, no flip flops
A properly fitting PFD or lifejacket must be worn at all times while in your kayak; Inflatable PFDs are not permitted:
One (1) buoyant heaving line at least 15 m (49’3”) long or Tow belt;
One (1) bailer OR One manual bilge pump;
One (1) pealess whistle;
If paddling before sunrise or after sunset or in periods of restricted visibility like fog, one (1) all-round light (A light showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 360 degrees);
For multi day trips, one (1) magnetic compass (handheld or deck);
A minimum of one spare paddle per 2 participants;
A spray skirt is required;
Each participant must have completed their wet exit practise within the past 12 months
A helmet is strongly recommended, check with friends if you don't have one.
Please note the club does not provide equipment. If rentals are noted above, it is at the expense of the club member. Please read the details. |
| Trip Cost Per Participant |
$412.00 |
| Incidental Costs |
Additional expenses may arise on this trip and the participant assumes the financial responsibility. These are costs which have not been factored in the trip budget and will typically, but not exclusively, entail unforeseen expenses, such as evacuation, ambulance, treatments, food lodging due to illness. |
| Trip Cancellation Policy - Over $100 |
Payment in full. No refund unless your spot is filled from the waitlist and a $25.00 cancellation fee will apply.
To cancel your trip at any point, you must email the Club Manager: manager@haltonoutdoorclub.ca or phone 905 332 4318 |
