Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park - Explore with Gary Ataman "EVENT FULL"

Submitted by garyataman on Sun, 10/20/2013 - 21:20

Flatwater

ARE YOU READY FOR ANOTHER EXPLORE ADVENTURE?
Let's explore the hidden waterways of Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park. We will be travelling through classic Canadian Shield territory. I have traversed the park in summer and winter. Fall is always special, with the leaves falling and the crisp cold nights with the hint of winter coming.

The Basics

Event Location:

Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park

Date(s) & Time:

Saturday, November 2, 2013 - 08:00

Registration Cut Off:

10/24/13

Event Duration:

2 days

Difficulty Rating:

Intermediate

Participant Info

Who's Invited:

Anyone who has wilderness camping and canoeing experience

Maximum Group Size:

5 boats

Minimum Group Size:

1 boat

Itinerary

Itinerary description:

If you are looking for a bit of exploration challenge then this outing is for you.
We will be exploring new and old canoe routes in Queen Elizabeth II Provincial Park.
We will be canoeing lakes, ponds, rivers and bushwhacking hiking to find our way around the park. The goal of the outing is to find new routes through the park.
I plan on doing a bit easier route for this trip.
Our plan is to paddle ~10-15 km (5-6 hours) a day. The full loop will be ~20 km. Participants should be prepared to perform one shot portages across un-marked bushwhacking Canadian Shield terrain.

We explored a good section of the park last fall and this spring. Check it out. This is what you can expect on my outings.
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Required Items to Bring:

One light weight canoe pack and wilderness camping gear to allow one carry portages.
Flat water canoe and camping gear
First Aid Kit
PFD, whistle, throw rope, bailer, etc.
ORANGE hunting vest