Registration deadline: Feb. 17, 2012

Payment deadline: Mar. 2, 2012

Course dates: May 1-11, 2012

Cost: $400

Prerequisites @ start of camp

•  Engineering Students: GLG 206, GLG207 & GLG216, or GLG 206, GLG207, GLG360 & GLG345
• St. George Campus Students: GLG206, GLG207, GLG216
•  Erindale Students: ERS201, ERS202H & ERS203H

 The Whitefish Falls field camp exposes you to an exciting variety of geological phenomena - from asteroid impacts to submarine volcanoes, and rocks covering the history of planet Earth from the early days without oxygen up to the latest ice age. The 11 day field camp is held in Whitefish Falls, one of Ontario's most scenic areas. You conduct several independent projects, ranging from 1 to 4 day assignments. All course work will be finished before we return to Toronto.

 The cost includes transportation to and from Whitefish Falls and accommodation at the camp, but does not include the cost of food nor does it cover the course fees charged by the University. Transportation to and from the camp will be by coach that departs from the St. George Campus Earth Sciences Centre loading dock at 8:15 AM.

 We will be staying in a fairly simple fishing lodge, the Bay Villa Lodge, Whitefish Falls. All bedding, cooking utensils and dishes are supplied. Each cabin has running water, a flush toilet and shower.   You must bring your own towel. Four to six people share each cabin. The cabins are rustic and can get pretty cold at night, and you are well advised to bring a sleeping bag to augment the blankets provided by Bay Villa Lodge. You will be responsible for preparing your own meals. There will be an opportunity to shop for provisions on the day of arrival and at several other times over the duration of the camp.

 You will be provided with appropriate geological equipment, but you are expected to bring your own hand lens, geological hammer and drafting equipment. You can purchase these items through the Geology reception desk (all orders have to be received and paid by March 2nd). We will be spending each day out-of-doors; temperatures can range from below zero to above 35º C. Bring a full rain suit, warm underwear, comfortable work or hiking boots which cover the ankles, warm clothes (hat, mittens, scarf) , a sun hat, sunscreen and insect repellent as well as warm casual clothes for around camp. Mapping is a physically strenuous activity. If you currently live a more sedentary lifestyle, we recommend to start regular physical exercise several months in advance (i.e., use the stairs and not the elevator, start a habit of hiking on the weekends etc.)

Places are limited, preference will be given to students who register first and who need this course to graduate.

Payment is by money order, certified cheque or cash. No personal cheques will be accepted.