Vibe & Wander

Summer is almost upon us, so let us pack our tents, swimsuits, and marshmallows as we’re heading to Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park for the ultimate nature combo.

Camping under the stars, hiking, swimming, and a bonfire to toast marshmallows.

Expect laughter, questionable ghost stories, and at least one person forgetting their bug spray.

You have the option of driving on Friday after work or Saturday morning.

A $35 event fee applies. You are responsible for your food, though we recommend sharing meals so we don't have to cook 10 different dishes.

Limited spots, FCFS. We will move people to the going list as we receive the deposit. Please send your deposit to mech.mandeep@gmail.com and mention camping and your name so I know.

If you decide to change your RSVP after the deposit, we can refund it if you can find a replacement.

Each site can accommodate 1 car and 3 tents. Any additional car will need the parking permit. If you are driving and are ok driving others, please put that in the comment.

if you have a tent that you are ok sharing, please mention that too.

individual items:
1 yoga mat or sleeping mat
1 sleeping bag or nice blanket
1 tent or someone whose tent you are sharing
1 bug spray
1 swim shorts/suit
1 Sun glasses
1 a warm layer just in case
1 headlamp
cutlery/plate/mug
Towel

group items

1 medium pot and pans
1 hand sanitizer
1 biodegradable detergent
1 food (fruits, nuts, easy cook meals, peanut butter, bread, coffee, creamer, etc.

Please read the complete description before RSVP.

On public demand, the third edition of our rooftop social.

Come on out for a chill social at my building rooftop. Bring a friend or if it's time to move on from them, come alone and find new ones. 😛

lights and music awaits.

BYOB or beverage of choice. Bring things to BBQ. Will bring some snacks but feel free to bring anything else you would like to share.

Will limit this to 20 people.

5$ meetup fees.

e-transfer: mech.mandeep@gmail.com

Kayak trip to Franklin Island + Camping (3 nights) Friday-Monday Long Weekend.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced.

DESCRIPTION
Franklin Island is on Georgian Bay, one of the most scenic areas in Ontario .

This is a 3 day kayak trip. We will leave Friday night coming back on Monday night. We will be camping on Franklin Island.
There are no portages but full days of paddling so attendees should be fit. Camp sites are available on the island. Prior kayak experience is requested. Should be willing to do a "wet exit" from the kayak (that is rolling the kayak and swimming up from under). Sunday will be an open day where, depending on the weather, advanced paddlers can go to the Mink and McCoy Islands. Others can relax or paddle in the bays of Franklin Island or circle the island.

Food will be pooled and carpooling arranged. Please indicate if you can drive, how many you can take and have a tent and for how many.
I will be asking for a $50 deposit via paypal or bank email transfer to keep your spot since I will have to reserve the kayaks ahead of time.
Make sure your settings allow you to see organizer messages or you will miss my messages and will end up missing the trip.

EVENT DETAILS
Difficulty: Moderate to advanced - Some experience desired. You are able to paddle 5-6 hours per day and are fit.
Length: Friday to Monday night. Cars must be able to leave Friday night so we can get an early start Saturday.
Total Time: 5-6 hours of paddling per day
Post Event: Possibly - To be determined
Timeline: Cars should leave around 5 Friday night. Leaving Saturday morning is not possible. Carpool will be arranged and we will head to Barrie, where we will have dinner (your own cost). We will then head up to Parry Sound and set up our tents. The remainder of the weekend will be paddling around Franklin Island, heading back to Toronto on Monday evening. Sunday will be an open day where, depending on the weather, advanced paddlers can go to the Mink and McCoy Islands. Others can relax or paddle in the bays of Franklin Island or circle the island.

What to Bring:
2 or 3 small bags or packs than can fit in the kayak compartments.
Hat, Personal water bottle, 2 or 3 dry bags (or Garbage bags to use for your things & sleeping bag) Put the bag inside to line you packs. Put another one inside your sleeping bag case to line that.
bowl, cup, spoon, fork, sun glasses, flashlight or strong headlamp, waterproof camera.
List of Clothing recommended: swimsuit, sweater or sweatshirt (can get chilly in the evenings), 1 towel, 2 pairs shoes - 1 for dry hiking and water shoes sandals for wet stuff. Wet shoes need to be secure, flip flops and loose sandals may get stuck in the mud.
1 rainproof coat.
Toiletries: toothbrush, toilet paper, sunscreen, bug spray.
When you pack your stuff, make sure you leave room to carry food and cooking gear.
Other camping items: Tent, small backpacks, Sleeping bag, sleeping pad or mattress
GETTING THERE
Drivers and passengers, please sign up on the carpool site here:
https://groupcarpool.com/t/76khte

COSTS
$50 deposit to remain on going list. Total cost will based on a division of costs and will be based on whether people bring their own food, book their own kayaks or drive themselves. Trip should cost $300-350 per attendee. Any balance is payable at the end of the trip when we calculate the costs owed by each member.

Please ALWAYS check your email or the event post in the evening or in the morning prior to the event.