CANCELLED Paddling Philip Edward Island Jul 16-19 2020

Location

Philip Edward Island, Georgian Bay

Leader(s) & Contact Info

Judy Dragun  cleojade001@yahoo.ca

Debbie Leishman  dleishn606@rogers.com

Type
Wilderness
Car Camping
Extended

Wilderness Camping

* Trip Leaders have the right to refuse anyone who they think does not have the proper skill level or equipment required for their trip.
*We ask that you have the proper kayak, safety equipment, training, skill level required for the various trips and courses. 

Rentals are available at Killarney Outfitters. Please see link for pricing; http://www.killarneyoutfitters.com/kayak-rental.php

Start Date

July 16, 2020

End Date 

July 19, 2020

Launch Site

Chikanishing Creek, Killarney ON

Skill Level

Level 1 or equivalent experience. Endurance and pace will be important. Comfortable in waves of 1/2 metre, with 15 to 20km per day paddle. Wind and weather notable.

# of Spots including leader(s) 

4 spots + 2 leaders (6 total)  

Costs

Total Cost: Parking fees on arrival 

Details

Paddle is open only to members that have not been to Philip Edward Island, but must have done at least one wilderness camping trip. We will meet and launch from Chikanishing Creek, Killarney ON; parking fees apply. Either pay at the George Lake park office or at the parking lot. Carpooling is recommended.

Base camping on Blockbuster Island. (Please note that due to timing of this trip camp location could change as this is crown land).

We will explore in and around the island. “Hiking” on the island is also an option

Self reliant for breakfast and lunch. Dinner will be group participation, you may opt out. 

You will be responsible to provide your own camping and cooking gear; some supplies can be shared ie. water filteration. Please bring stove gas to share with group.

Time to meet at launch will be e-mailed to participants closer to date.

Recommend carpooling based on parking limitation. We can help you with this.  

A trip plan meeting will be arranged closer to date to finalize all details.