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Winter Yurt Weekend 2024
February 23 - February 25
CAD$350
WINTER YURT WEEKEND 2024
George Lake
Killarney, Ontario
February 23-25, 2024
A weekend of adventure in the snow
A Support Crew Adventure
Connecting adults with Type 1 diabetes and our Support Crew in the backcountry.
About CIM Adventures
Join us for an adventure with community, connection and continuing Type 1 diabetes education.
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.
Experiential diabetes education
The outdoors is our classroom. The best way to learn is in the real world.
Connect with Type 1s
A weekend developed specifically for adults with T1D and their support crew in mind.
Watch the magic happen
We help make life with T1D just a little bit easier.
Logistics
Whether it’s your first or hundredth trip, we want to adventure with you.
Days will be spent cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, winter hiking or skating, with a hot lunch. We’ll spend the evenings alongside a campfire at our cozy yurts. We’ll be able to learn from one another about how to set ourselves up for success, managing our Type 1 diabetes in the backcountry.
This trip will cater to a wide range of skill levels and experience and will be limited in space. We will be accepting 10 participants with Type 1 Diabetes as well as Support Crew (those people (18+) in our lives who help make Type 1 diabetes a little bit easier, but who DON’T have Type 1).
Details about where to rent or borrow cross-country skis and snowshoes will be provided as the event gets closer. To learn more about CIM programs, click here .
Killarney Provincial Park
Overview
Spanning 645 square kilometres, this renowned wilderness area features the rugged beauty of Georgian Bay’s pink granite coast, the striking white quartzite ridges of the La Cloche Mountains, and more than 50 crystal-clear, sapphire lakes nestled amidst Jack Pine hills. The region’s breathtaking scenery has inspired many, including members of The Group of Seven like A.Y. Jackson, Franklin Carmichael, and A.J. Casson. Their admiration for this landscape was so profound that they successfully lobbied the Ontario government to designate it as a park.
Address
960 Highway #637
Killarney, ON, P0M 2A0
Carpooling
Don’t wait until you arrive at the campground to kick off your Adventure–consider carpooling! Join a car or offer a ride, here. Don’t forget, the Winter Yurt Weekend Facebook Event is also a great place to connect!
When attending the Winter Yurt Weekend, you can expect to stay in a yurt with 4-6 other campers. You can expect:
- Electricity for your device charging needs
- Electric heat
- Bunk Beds
- 4-6 other campers per cabin
We work hard to develop tasty menus that accommodate a wide-range of dietary needs. In general, you can expect:
- Variety and options–you can opt in and out of most heavy carbs to suit your needs
- Gluten-free options with specific attention to avoiding any cross-contamination
- Vegetarian options
- Dinner on Friday; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on Saturday; Breakfast and Lunch on Sunday; evening snacks
- Example meals include: Breakfast–oatmeal bar; Lunch–Soup & Sandwiches; Dinner–chilli & buns, salad
We'll provide all of the group gear and equipment, you bring your clothes, bedding, and diabetes supplies!
Slipstreams take place in outdoor camps across North America. There are plenty of opportunities to get active and have fun regardless of what Mother Nature throws at us. We always plan for the weather to be unpredictable–hot, cold, wet, or dry. We can’t control the weather, but we can control how we dress. Bring lots of comfy layers, as well as athletic, fast-drying, and wicking clothing.
Access the CIM Packing Lists, here.
Schedule at a Glance
The Team
COMING SOON!
Frequently Asked Questions
What sort of camping gear do I need to bring along with me?
Check out the packing list in the tab above or click here. 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 need 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!
Getting There? Accommodations? Food? Packing List?
Oops, you’ve scrolled too far! All of that information is answered further up the page.
I'm not super fit. I don't know if I'll be able to handle this event.
Of course you will! The CIM team are trained educators and adventure guides. We work hard to make sure that everyone experiences success, defined on your own terms. Whether that’s climbing a mountain, or just strolling to the trailhead, we’ll mould the experience to suit all ability levels. We’ll encourage you to step to the edge of your comfort zone, but we won’t push you off!
I have a special dietary need: celiac, dairy sensitivity, allergy, etc. Can the venue accommodate me?
We do our best to accommodate special dietary requests, and our team works closely with the venue to ensure they are aware of any food allergies or special diets in the group. If you have a special dietary concern, please be sure to let us know during the registration process so we can find out what accommodations or substitutions the venue is able to offer.
Will there be low supplies on site, or do I need to pack my own?
Low supplies will be plentiful, but it’s always a good idea to bring your own! We’ll supply juice boxes, glucose tabs, granola bars, etc. As always, if you have your own favourites, please bring them along! (Maybe they will become our favourites, too!)
What's included in my registration?
- Shared accommodation (usually bunk-bed style)
- All meals and snacks (Friday evening dinner through Sunday Lunch)
- Group Equipment (Tents, Cooking Equipment, Canoes, etc)
- Certified Tripping Guides
What is NOT included?
- 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 CIM program registrations until 30 days before the start of each program. Unfortunately, CIM is unable to refund CIM registrations that are canceled less than 30 days from the start of the program due to arrangements with our host venues and staff. For cancellations more than 30 days before the program, a refund (minus an administration fee of $25) will be issued. To request a cancellation, please email info@connectedinmotion.ca.
I still have a question I need answered. Can you help?
Still have questions? Send them to info@connectedinmotion.ca with the name of the program you’re enquiring about in the subject line and we’ll get your questions answered!
