| Paddling Title |
Leadership Training Part 2 - Cunningham Islands |
| Type of Trip |
Backcountry self-catered kayak training trip |
| Date |
July 4 - 6 |
| OVERALL RATING FOR THIS TRIP |
GRADE C (INTERMEDIATE) |
SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THIS TRIP
Skills required to deal with the following anticipated conditions. |
Grade C (Intermediate) Confident forward stroke; Confident reverse stroke; Confident turning strokes; Comfortable with performing an assisted rescue as a swimmer within 2 attempts and as a rescuer *; Comfortable self rescue *; Able to tow another paddler * |
| 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 C (Intermediate) Up to 3 kms |
| Landing Type |
Grade B (Comfortable Beginner) Pebble; more steep; sand bars |
| Landing Frequency |
Grade C (Intermediate) No more than 5 kms between landings |
| Total Distance Per Day |
Grade C (Intermediate) Up to 20 kms |
| 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 |
| Important Trip Details |
Welcome to part 2 of our leadership training! If you thought part 1 was intriguing, just wait until you see what we have in store for you.! Guiding this excusion is Barry Butcher of Textured Waters Paddling, who is highly regarded by the club for his expertise and teaching style.
If you are looking to start leading your own trips and are not sure what you need or do, then this training will provide insight and education on numerous topics and areas to help you achieve that goal. These include navigation, boat handling, rescue techniques, and incident scenarios, all while in a dynamic environment. We will review strokes and boat handling tips, work on trip planning, and daily information, introduce decision making, group awareness and control, incident management (theory and practical) along with environmental awareness. Each day will have a number of scenarios, group talks and lots of time to try your hand at leading a group.
A kayak helmet is a manditory requirement for this trip.
Please reach out to LIz Brunato if you have any questions. |
| Body of Water |
Georgian Bay, Bing Inlet |
| Registration Opens |
12 Weeks Before the Trip Date |
| Registration Opens on this date (at 12:00 am) |
April 11, 2025 |
| Registration Closes |
June 6, 2025 at 11:59 PM (4 weeks before the trip) |
| Name of Volunteer Trip Leader(s) |
Liz Brunato |
| Email of Volunteer Trip Leaders(s) |
ebrunato@cogeco.ca |
| Contingency Phone, Name |
Liz Brunato 289-828-5211 |
| Trip Address |
Rock Bottom Getaway, 1587 Riverside Dr, Britt, ON P0G 1A0 |
| Google Map Location of Parking |
https://maps.app.goo.gl/wp53EqgvqRVuWJVJ6 |
| Paddling Vessels Permitted |
Recreational kayaks not permitted |
| Boat Launch Location |
https://maps.app.goo.gl/wp53EqgvqRVuWJVJ6 |
| Arrival time - To get boats, equipment ready for launch |
8:00:00 AM |
TIME - SHORELINE SAFETY MEETING (PRE-LAUNCH)
(PDFs on; Kayaks, equipment on the shore, ready to go) |
9:30:00 AM |
| Maximum number of paddlers including leader(s) |
6 (minimum of 4 to run the trip) |
| Bathroom Facilities |
Portapotty at Rock Bottom Getaway
Thunderbox at Cunningham Island |
| Trip Safety Requirements, What to Bring |
Kayak with sealed fore and aft bulkhead compartments;
Inflatable boats are not permitted;
A properly fitting PFD or lifejacket must be worn at all times while in your kayak; Inflatable PFDs are not permitted
Sutable paddling outerwear for the enviroment.
closed tow shoes for both on the water and at camp, no flip flops
One (1) buoyant sea kayak tow belt;
One (1) manual bilge pump and
One (1) paddle float;
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),
One (1) map case and CHS chart # 2204 Bing Inlet to Kilarney;
A kayak safety helmet
One spare paddle per participant;
A spray skirt is required;
Each participant must have completed their wet exit practise within the past 2 months
All necessary camping gear to be self sufficent.
A first aid kit.
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."
A kayak helmet is required for this trip |
| Trip Cost Per Participant |
$412 |
| 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 |
