| Paddling Title |
Introduction to Kayak Navigation |
| Type of Trip |
Backcountry Trip |
| Date(s) |
July 17-July 20, 3 nights |
| 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 A (Beginner) None or mild |
| 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 |
| Important Trip Details |
This instructional trip will teach participants to read park maps, marine charts and possibly topo maps. You will learn how to use the various navigational tools to plot courses/headings on the charts at the campsite before paddling. PARTICIPANTS MUST PURCHASE the maps and charts with a waterproof map case. OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED are the following tools. An orienteering compass, a kayak deck compass, pencil and eraser, wrist watch. Optional tools are a navigation protractor, -parallel rules, small ruler. Park maps can be puchased online from the Ontario Parks/The Massassauga website or by calling the park office at 705-378-2401 x226. The Marine Navigational Charts required are #2202 Sheet #3 of 5 and Sheet #5 of 5 [2202 is a set of 5 maps]. Upon arrival, participants will pay for their parking at the office then we will load our kayaks and then have lunch before we launch, so bring a lunch that doesn't require any preparation. |
| Body of Water |
Georgian Bay |
| Registration Opens |
Backcountry camping - 8 weeks before the trip start date |
| Registration Opens on this date (at 12:00 am) |
May 22, 2026 |
| Name of Volunteer Trip Leader(s) |
Paul Humber and Peggy Humber |
| Email of Volunteer Trip Leaders(s) |
lumdig58@gmail.com and humnberd@gmail.com |
| Contingency Phone, Name |
Paul Humber 905-932-4067 |
| Trip Address |
Massassauga Park Rd, The Archipelago, ON, P2A 0B7 |
| Google Pin of Parking |
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sFbkH96FAviXLuKA6 |
| Paddling Vessels Permitted |
Recreational kayaks are NOT permitted |
| Google Pin of Boat Launch |
https://maps.app.goo.gl/KbNHD67Vx3pmZZPw9 |
| Arrival time - To get boats, equipment ready for launch |
10:30 AM |
TIME - SHORELINE SAFETY MEETING (PRE-LAUNCH)
(PDFs on; Kayaks, equipment on the shore, ready to go) |
11:45:00 AM. Lunch at launch then pre launch meeting |
| Maximum number of paddlers including leader(s) |
9 |
| Bathroom Facilities |
Portapotty |
| After Paddle Leisure Time |
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| Go to Restaurant After Paddle |
To be determined |
| Trip Safety Requirements, What to Bring |
Kayak with sealed fore and aft bulkhead compartments unless the paddle has been specified to permit recreational boats;
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:
One (1) buoyant heaving line at least 15 m (49’3”) long;
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);
For kayaks over 6m (19’8”): One (1) watertight flashlight with working batteries AND Six (6) flares of Type A (Rocket parachute flare), Type B (Multi Star flare) Type C (Hand flare) Type D (Smoke Signal), however, only two (2) can be Type D;
A minimum of one spare paddle per 2 participants;
A spray skirt is required unless you are in a recreational boat (a boat which lacks either a fore or aft sealed bulkhead) or on a Grade A trip;
Each participant must have completed their wet exit practise within the past 12 months
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 |
$21 camping fee.
Parking is extra and to be paid at park office by the participant |
| 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 - Trips Under $100 |
No refund unless your spot is filled from the waitlist.
Should you qualify for a refund, a $5 cancellation fee will be applied.
To cancel your trip at any point; you must email the Club Manager: manager@haltonoutdoorclub.ca or phone: 905-634-2012 |
