Joint day paddle for members of The Halton Outdoor Club and Great Lakes Sea Kayaking Association
Trip Leaders: Ralph Gardave gardave@sympatico.ca and Heather McClintock adventurelife4212@gmail.com
Registration opens May 1, 2019
Explore the Toronto Islands before the heavy traffic season starts and get to know some other paddlers. Dry suits or wet suits recommended. No rentals.
This paddle is rated B-2
Pace and Endurance for Kayaking:
A: Not Strenuous - Daily paddling typically less than 3 hours, with distances of 5 kilometers or less.
B: Moderately Strenuous - Daily paddling typically between 3 and 5 hours, with distances of 5 to 20 kilometers.
C: Strenuous - Daily paddling typically more than 5 hours, with distances of 20 kilometers or more.
Skill Requirements for Kayaking
0 Beginner – No experience required
1 Novice - Requires basic paddling skills, practiced wet exits. Expect protected waters, easy landings and shelter for resting.
2 Intermediate - Requires basic paddling skills including ability to brace, self-rescue, and participate in assisted rescue. Be comfortable in 1 meter waves. Mostly protected waters, some difficult landings, and some sheltered spots for resting.
3 Experienced - Requires advanced paddling, seamanship and rescue skills. Ability to handle waves greater than 1 meter. Expect exposed waters, open crossings, moderate to strong windsurf, fog and potentially difficult landings. Sheltered resting and landing spots could be few.
Schedules and Fine Print