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Winter Yurt Weekend
February 25, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - February 27, 2022 @ 2:00 pm EST
NEW HEALTH & SAFETY MEASURES: The CIM Team and Board of Directors continue to work on preparing to bring our community back together. As we serve individuals living with chronic illness, this may mean additional safety protocols including vaccination requirements, sanitization, changes to meals and accommodation, and total program capacity will be in place for some time in the future. These plans will be clearly communicated as program dates near. FOR NOW, WE REQUEST THAT ONLY FULLY VACCINATED INDIVIDUALS REGISTER FOR THIS PROGRAM.
WHAT: Winter Yurt Weekend
WHERE: Algonquin Provincial Park, ON
WHEN: February 25-27, 2022
WHO: Adults (18+) with Type 1 diabetes
PRICE: Earlybird $150 CAD (Deadline: Nov. 25) / Regular $195 CAD (Deadline: February 18)
CANCELLATION POLICY: CIM will make a decision as to whether it is safe to host this program one month in advance of the start date. Should it not be safe, we will provide full refunds to all participants.
Join us for a weekend of winter activities and base-camping in Algonquin Park, Ontario! We’ll camp in heated yurts in Mew Lake Campground and take day-trips out to explore the many amazing trails and lakes in the area via skis, snowshoes, or ice skates! Activities will be determined based on interest and skill level but expect to be outside and moving from breakfast to late afternoon.
What Is A CIM Adventure?
CIM Adventures help to connect people with Type 1 diabetes in the backcountry. The trips give you the chance to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle of your every day life; learn skills for taking diabetes into the wild; and step outside of your comfort zone into the place where magic happens. These programs are for veterans and new adventurers alike.
All The Important Information You Could Need
Algonquin Provincial Park – Mew Lake Campground
(Address and directions coming soon)
Carpool Information
Don’t forget to check out our Carpooling Tool, coming soon! Also, the Ontario Hiking Trip Facebook Event Page is also a great place to connect!
When attending the Winter Yurt Weekend, you can expect to stay in a shared heated yurt with approximately 5 other campers.
Participants are expected to bring their own sleeping bag (and sleeping pad if you’d like extra cushioning). If this is a barrier for you, let the CIM team know. We’d be happy to help provide you with your missing tripping pieces.
Joining us on a camping trip? Congratulations! To make sure you are ready for the woods, please read this list of recommended personal gear. CIM will bring all the communal gear but this list is for you, the participant. *Be prepared for cold-weather camping. Bringing extra warm layers, socks, mitts, and even an extra blanket to keep you warm is a good idea!
Camp Clothing
- Long sleeve shirts/base layers (2-3, thermal, quick dry or synthetic fibre)
- Pants (1-2 pairs, thermal, quick-dry or synthetic fibre)
- T-shirt (optional)
- Warm fleece/wool sweater (2)
- Towel (optional)
- Waterproof winter jacket and snow pants (top and bottom)
- Warm toque (1-2)
- Warm waterproof mitts/gloves (2 pairs)
- Underwear
- 2-3 pairs wool socks
- Long underwear/leggings/bottom base layers (a great idea if you have them)
Footwear
- Warm waterproof winter boots with a good tread (comfortable to walk in)
- Camp slippers for wearing inside the yurt (a cozy optional item!)
Toiletries
- Biodegradable soap
- Toothbrush/paste
Equipment
- Sleeping bag (bulky is ok- we will have heat in the yurts but the warmer the better!)
- Sleeping pad (foam pad or Therm-a-Rest, optional- we will be sleeping in bunk beds with mattresses)
- Cross country skis, snowshoes, ice skates – if you have them, bring them! If not, we can help get you situated with rentals at the park.
Other
- Head lamp/flashlight – check the BATTERIES!
- Water bottle (Nalgene)
- Thermos/insulated mug
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (yes, even in the winter!)
Diabetes Supplies/Meds
- Any meds you need in waterproof containers.
- Insulin and supplies (enough to last a week) – be sure to pack extra pump sites, reservoirs, pump batteries, syringes, pen caps, etc.
- Glucometer and testing supplies
- Glucagon Kit (if you have one)
- *Please label your diabetes supplies with your name
Optional
- Eyeglasses and contact lenses to spare (if needed)
- Connected in Motion T-shirt (1)
- Small day pack
- Earplugs
If you have any questions about your gear needs or would like to borrow gear from CIM, email sarah@connectedinmotion.ca.
Schedule at a Glance
We have an action-packed weekend of adventures. Below is a loose sample of what you can expect on your trip.
Friday
6:00PM
Group begins to arrive at car-camping site. Hang out around campfire. Explore the campground.
9:00PM
Most of group has arrived. Look at maps and discuss trip route around the campfire with snacks.
Saturday
8:00AM
Group Breakfast, Pack-Up, Head Out
All Day
Head out for the day of fun winter activities and exploring
6:00PM
Dinner back at campsite
9:00PM
Stargazing, campfire, snacks
Sunday
8:00AM
Group Breakfast, Pack-Up, Head Out
10:00AM
Optional morning activities
Sunday
Your Guides
We’re tracking down qualified guides for 2022 and will update the list as soon as we have finalized our selections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can register for this event?
This trip is offered for adults who are living with Type 1 diabetes. There is something special that happens when you’re surrounded by a community of people who ‘get it’. Although we are so grateful for our support networks – our Support Crew – this trip is open exclusively to people living with Type 1 diabetes (Looking for Support Crew-friendly programming? Check out our Support Crew Virtual Slipstream and Support Crew Canoe Trip).
What sort of camping gear do I need to bring along with me?
Check out the packing list in the tab above! Missing something on the list? Not quite sure if your camping gear is up to snuff? Looking for some help? Need to borrow something? CIM has lots of equipment and gear that we can loan to participants. Whether you’re in need of a sleeping pad or sleeping blanket, flashlight or water bottle – we can help you out. We’ll send out more info as we get closer to the event. You can always feel free to post in the event FB page with questions!
What's included in my registration fee?
- Camping Permits (Friday through Sunday)
- All meals and Snacks (Friday evening snack through Sunday Lunch)
- Group Equipment (Tents, Cooking Equipment, Canoes, etc)
- Certified Tripping Guide
What's NOT included in my registration fee?
- Personal gear (equipment rentals, sleeping bags, sleeping pads… your own clothing)
- Transportation to and from the start location
- Diabetes Supplies
- Parking permits
What is the refund policy?
We offer full refunds for Adventure program registrations until 30 days before the start of each program. Unfortunately, CIM is unable to refund Adventure registrations that are canceled less than 30 days from the start of the program due to arrangements with our host venues. For cancellations more than 30 days before the program, a refund (minus an administration fee) will be issued. To request a cancellation, please email info@connectedinmotion.ca.
I still have a question. Who should I contact?
Still have questions? Send them to sarah@connectedinmotion.ca with Adventure FAQ in the subject line and we’ll get your questions answered!
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