| Paddling Title |
Paddling Lake Opeongo Scouting Trip |
| Type of Trip |
Backcountry Trip |
| Date(s) |
August 9-11 |
| 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 C (Intermediate) Waves to 3 feet; Breaking waves to 2' (Waves to paddle tops; some whitecaps; waves becoming longer) |
| 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 D (Comfortable Intermediate) More than 5 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 is a scouting trip.
The campsite reservation by section (Opeongo - Northern Arm)
Campsites are claimed on a first come, first serve basis
This trip may entail paddling from campsite to campsite until an available campsite is found, one of the reasons why the trip is rated Grade C.
PARKING IS AN ADDITIONAL FEE FOR THIS TRIP
$14.13 per car/night
Participants are to make their own parking arrangement prior to the trip dates by calling the Ontario Parks reservation number 1-888-668-7275. Contact trip leaders for more information.
We will have a pre-trip meeting prior to the trip.
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| Body of Water |
Lake Opeongo, Algonquin Park |
| Registration Opens |
Backcountry camping - 8 weeks before the trip start date |
| Registration Closes |
Tuesday, August 5th at 11:59 PM |
| Registration Opens on this date (at 12:00 am) |
June 14, 2025 |
| Name of Volunteer Trip Leader(s) |
Ken Besser, Ed Brunato |
| Email of Volunteer Trip Leaders(s) |
seakayakcanada@gmail.com and kenbesser@gmail.com |
| Contingency Email, Name |
seakayakcanada@gmail.com and kenbesser@gmail.com |
| Trip Address |
Lake Opeongo Access Point #11, Algonquin Park
Sproule Twp, Ontario, Canada |
| Google Map Location of Parking |
Lake Opeong Long Term Parking |
| Is this a scouting trip? |
Yes |
| Paddling Vessels Permitted |
Recreational kayaks not permitted |
| Boat Launch Location |
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rwD9jQYymMvDLabQ7 |
| Arrival time - To get boats, equipment ready for launch |
10:00 AM |
TIME - SHORELINE SAFETY MEETING (PRE-LAUNCH)
(PDFs on; Kayaks, equipment on the shore, ready to go) |
11:00 AM |
| Maximum number of paddlers including leader(s) |
6 |
| Bathroom Facilities |
Washrooms in the Lake Opeongo Store;
Thunderbox at campsite |
| 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 |
$42 Per Participant plus parking fee (see trip details) |
| 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: 905 332 4318 |
