August 3rd Paddle & Protect

Don't Mess with the Don

Explore the wonders of our local waterways and take part in shoreline cleanups! All equipment is provided for free.

Cherry Beach

WHO: Kayaking in Lake Ontario is a rigorous activity and is recommended for fit people 14 and up. Children 11 to 13 are welcome to paddle in a tandem kayak with an adult.WHERE: Meet at our kayaking containers located at Cherry Beach. We are in the two shipping containers on the east end of the parking lot closest to the water.WHEN: The event starts at 9:30 AM, however please aim to arrive 10 - 15 minutes early. If you are not there by 9:45, you will not be able to participate. We will be back around 1 to 1:30, depending on conditions and how adventurous we are.BRING: A hat, sunglasses, windbreaker, quick-dry clothes, shoes that can get wet, towel &amp; change of clothes, snacks, water, and sunscreen. No flip-flops. Be prepared to get wet!You may lock up valuables and bikes in our container. We recommend bringing only what you need to paddle and leaving valuables like your phone and keys in the container. We supply dry bags for belongings you wish to carry with you in the boat.Getting There: Cherry Beach can be reached by TTC via <a href="https://www.ttc.ca/routes-and-schedules/202/0" title="https://www.ttc.ca/routes-and-schedules/202/0" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the 220 Cherry Beach bus from Union station</a>.If you are driving there is parking at Cherry Beach however we recommend you plan to arrive early as the parking lot is often full by 9:30 am. If the lot is full there is paid parking at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/FcART9za12YYqCDK6" title="https://maps.app.goo.gl/FcART9za12YYqCDK6" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the Cherry Beach Sports Fields Green P lot</a>. From there you can reach the containers by taking the path to the beach from the south end of the lot.WEATHER: Kayaking is a weather-dependant activity. In case of cancellation, we will notify participants by the latest 8 am the morning of by email and in the DMWTD WhatsApp Events group chat. Please check first before coming.We ask that every participant <a href="https://www.dontmesswiththedon.ca/event-verification-process" title="https://www.dontmesswiththedon.ca/event-verification-process" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">read out sign-up policy before registering.</a>If you must cancel, please let us know ASAP as there are people on the waitlist. We require a cancellation notice of at least 48 hour notice prior to the event. Those that do not provide adequate notice or are "no-shows" will have restricted access to future DMWTD events.All Don’t Mess with the Don programs are free. If you are inspired to make a charitable donation to keep us thriving <a href="https://www.dontmesswiththedon.ca/donate-to-us" title="https://www.dontmesswiththedon.ca/donate-to-us" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">please visit this link.</a>

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