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Algonquin 5 Day Family Adventure"Canoe and lodge trip for families" 
Clothing Suggestions
This trip has a mix of both camping and Log Cabin accommodation. You can leave valuables (wallet, passport, etc.) and clothing for days 3?5 with our driver who will store it at our Algonquin Log Cabin. Please arrive dressed for the canoe trip on day 1. It is a good idea to dress in layers so that you can swim, put on a sweater or raincoat if necessary.
ALGONQUIN CANOE TRIP (Days 1 to 3)
Don?t worry about what type of bag to bring as we conduct a "duffel shuffle" at the "put in" and repack your clothes in our canoe packs. If you have a daypack, please bring it for rain gear, camera, water bottle, sunscreen etc. We supply ensolite sleeping pads; if you have a thermarest, please bring it along.
SLEEPING BAG You will need a three season (-8°C) sleeping bag. If you don?t have one, rentals are available at $20 ($14US) per trip.
RAIN GEAR - A hooded jacket and separate pants work best. A poncho will also suffice.
FOOTWEAR - The trip requires a solid running shoe with rubber soles. Trail shoes or approach shoes (low cut with stiff shank) are ideal. A second pair of sandals/shoes is necessary for evenings - count on the trail shoes getting very wet and muddy during the day.
WARM CLOTHES - While the weather is usually warm and dry, late spring/summer/fall temperatures can drop to 3�C at night. The winds are also quite cool. Bring a wind proof shell/jacket, warm sweater (wool or fleece), warm wool socks, long pants, and long-sleeved shirt. Synthetic long underwear, a hat/toque and gloves are a good idea for spring and fall trips.
SUN PROTECTION - Dehydration and sunburn can wreak havoc on your energy so bring along a water bottle, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and shorts.
BUG DOPE AND FLASHLIGHT - While spring (May 20 to July 10) is bug season, bogs and portages can be buggy in August! Bring along insect repellent with DEET level over 25%. Muskol is very effective. A flashlight is recommended for evenings.
OTHER IMPORTANT ITEMS - Bathing suit, T-shirt(s), bandanna, camera, extra film and batteries. Remember space is limited so please keep toiletries to a minimum.
ALGONQUIN LOG CABIN (Days 3-5)
Most of the same clothing will work for the Log Cabin portion of the trip. We suggest adding the following, which you should pack in a separate bag and leave with the driver who will have it waiting for you at the Algonquin Log Cabin on day 3.
TOWEL - for the shower and swimming
CHANGE OF CLOTHING - extra T-shirt, pants, shoes or thick socks for inside.
EXTRA BATTERIES FOR FLASHLIGHT AND FILM FOR CAMERA
LIQUOR OR BEER - the Log Cabin is not licensed - please feel free to bring whatever you like to drink.
Remember to send us copies of your photographs!
We offer a free trip at the end of the year for the best photo.
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