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For the hike on Tuesday November 19th we will meet in the lobby of Wing 404 by 9:30. From there we will carpool to a trail in north Waterloo.

Since the trail is a linear one we can walk the entire 5 km trail or shorter sections of it. Since we are walking a trail in Waterloo we will have time to return to Wing 404 for those who are joining in the Christmas Decorating which begins after 12:30.

Make sure to check your email Monday night or early Tuesday morning in case of cancellation due to bad weather.

Betty ( 519 669 8314 ) rbdyck@rogers.com

Dear OSSCC members,

Because of weather conditions the walk scheduled for Tuesday, November 12 is cancelled.

I hope to reschedule the walk at Huron Park another day, when roads and trails conditions improve.

Keep posted,

Pina

Just a reminder about Tuesday’s Geocache Day.

For all the pertinent information, see here.

 

Old Salts GEOCACHE Day at Woolwich  Reservoir / Floradale Lake

Our annual Geocache Day will be held on Tuesday November 5^th. Geocaching is similar to a treasure hunt. It provides plenty of exercise, combined with your “ seek and find “ skills. The process will be explained briefly at Wing 404 prior to leaving.

Time / Place: 9AM at Wing 404 { Canoe Club } on Dutton Drive

Where do we Geocache? In areas around Floradale Lake

Who can participate ?  Any club member ** In former years we have Geocached along various easy walking sections of the Kissing Bridge Rail Trail. Our outing this time will be quite vigorous, with lots of obstacles and ups and downs, combined with a 4 to 5 Km distance, as we go through the woods.**

What to wear? Warm loose weather proof clothing and a hat, temperature forecast of 7, feels like 3, sun/cloud with the slight possibility of some rain. A good pair of hiking shoes are a must.

What to bring: A snack, container of water,a pen . If you own a GPS for trail use and wish to download the sites, email Chris at sheppardcme@hotmail.com for a list and he will send it to you. You will have a chance to use one on the outing. You don’t need to have one of your own.

What happens? Meet at club at 9, listen to an overview of Geocaching, break into two groups, car pool to the Floradale Lake {direction provided}, where you will begin the ‘hunt’. At the end, you may wish to go to Bonnie Lou’s in Floradale for lunch as last year or just head back to the 404.

     Watch for any changes on the Blog up to and including Monday night

Organizers: Chris Sheppard and many willing Geocache helpers !

Many thanks to Chris Sheppard for organizing this trip and submitting the following photos:

 

 

If you haven’t already viewed them, the  financials and meeting minutes for the AGM will be removed from the blog tomorrow.  However, the By-Laws & Constitution and OSSCC Job Descriptions will be moved to the “Printable Materials” section of the Blog under “MEMBER RESOURCES“.

If you weren’t at the AGM, you can find the recap here.

Hello all!

The weather forecast for tomorrow is looking to be rainy and miserable for most of the day.  As a result, it has been decided to go with the rain date of Oct. 23rd, which looks much more promising.

We hope you can still join us so we can get the job done in a timely manner!
Hot water will be available 😉

When: Wednesday, Oct. 23rd
Where: Eugene & Carol Marion’s place (132 Kesselring Court, Kitchener)
Time: 9:30 a.m.

We are still plan on having a potluck for anyone who wants to stay for lunch. Just bring something to share. Hot drinks will be provided. No need to bring plates/cutlery.

What to bring (if you have them):
–saw horses
–sponges
–buckets

Questions? Contact either Eugene (519-501-2078)  or Armand (226-899-6339)

See you Wednesday!!

 

 

 

 

 

Join us for a fun trip to the scenic Algonquin northland (- and a break from the drab city winter season). We will be staying in the rustic, Bondi Resort lodge, minutes from Algonquin Park.

When: Monday February 3rd (3:00pm Arrival)) – Friday February 7th (10:00 am Departure)

Open to: club members, spouses/partners, other (adult) family members, and friends

Cost: $276.64 / person

• • Payment by cheque (“Old Salts Seniors Canoe Club”) to trip organizer
  • Limit: usually about 13 people – depending on # of couples / room distribution
  • First members/people to give their chqs. will be accepted.
  • Payment accepted: by mail, at car rally, or Christmas Party
  • Deadline: commitment required by December 10th (Christmas Party)

Each person will be part of a small group responsible for 2 meals – 1 breakfast, 1 dinner (similar to Fall Bondi trips)

As we are renting the entire main lodge, the kitchen and dining areas are solely for our use.

Aside from set times for Breakfast and Dinner, individuals will plan their own day’s activities. Outdoor Winter Activities may include: hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, dog-sledding (pre-arranged; additional cost), visiting nearby towns/villages, evening star-gazing, wolf howl (with resort approval/guidance), other. Indoor Winter Activities may include: reading a good book, puzzle-making, ping pong, billiards, group sing-song, other (All indoor activities may be accompanied by a steaming cup of coffee, or a glass of your favourite wine.)

Trip Leader/Organizer: Mark Zelinka, zelinkamd@gmail.com or 519-651-3186

** Volunteer Assistant(s) needed, in order for this trip to take place.**
Responsible for:

1. 1. 1.  meeting with members to organize food groups/meals
      2. bringing (restocked if needed) club food bin (same as Fall Bondi procedure)

For more information: Contact Trip Organizer – Mark Zelinka

Hello all,

It is with great sadness that we let our membership know of the passing our great friend Murray Pope last week.

For those of you who don’t know him, he was our President for many years and was instrumental in getting our club to where it is today. For those of you who do know him, he was a great friend who will be remembered for his smile, inclusiveness and larger than life personality.

To celebrate his life, please join Pat (his wife) and family and friends on Sunday, November 3rd at Wing 404 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm.

Thank you.

If you have any questions or comments, please leave them in the “Leave a Reply” below this post.

Reminder that Tuesday, October 1st, rain or shine, the Regatta is at the Laurel Creek Conservation at 625 Westmount Rd N, Waterloo Meet at the shed (Wing 404) at 10:00 AM.  From there we will share  rides to the park.  This way we can use a limited number of cars due to the cost of the park entrance. When there is no attendant at the gate the entrance fee is $14 per car payable by credit card, no cash. With 4 or 5 people in the car the cost will be less than $4 per person. If you have a park pass, meet us in the park at the beach area, at 10:30AM There is no towing charge for the outing.   EVERYONE IS WELCOME, whether you come to canoe on the lake or to walk on the trails, just come out to socialize and to play fun water games and land games   Bring a dish you like to share for the POTLUCK, also your own beverage, plate and cutlery. Remember to bring your PFD and the rest of your canoe gear, if you plan to canoe. Weather forecast for Tuesday: Temperature will be warm with a chance of rain.  In case of rain we will have the potluck lunch and land games under the shelter. The Regatta marks the end of the canoe seasons, but not the end of club’s fun activities. coordinators: Larry H., Carl J., Pat A…. and helpers