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 09/26/2007 09:44:36 PM · #51
So is this a go or not? I personally think it should be in Toronto because it is central to most of ON.

That being said, I live in Peterborough which is actually between TO and Ottawa so we could use Peterborough. :) Please not belleville, it is (sorry if you are from there) one of the most boring places in ON. Even somewhere else along the lakeshore would be good, it is apple harvest time in the brighton area for example.
 09/27/2007 10:46:05 AM · #52
It's a go for the 6th in toronto.
 09/27/2007 10:51:01 AM · #53
Ok. where and what time?
 09/28/2007 10:12:32 AM · #54
Dang, don't know now if 6th feasible for me now as I will be just returning from time away from home/work etc. Maybe if we think now about scheduling another GTG in spring, after this one?
 09/28/2007 11:47:50 AM · #55
i'll be there - i'll be in a hotel downtown - not sure which one yet - whichever has the best bang for aeroplan points! so, let me know where and when - i have not ideas, as i've never really been to T.O. just let it be doable on public transit, eh?
 09/28/2007 11:56:21 AM · #56
so are we saying october 6th? cause im down! where/what time?
 09/28/2007 02:42:18 PM · #57
Originally posted by tapeworm_jimmy:
so are we saying october 6th? cause im down! where/what time?


Location to be determined by OP.
 09/28/2007 03:23:44 PM · #58
October 6th is okay for me for dates - I can't give a definite "I'll be there" though until I know the location.

Snaffles - I really hope you can come. And xianart too. Two of my favorite DPCanadians :D
 09/28/2007 04:06:23 PM · #59
I'm not from Ontario - but I'd love a reason to visit. Depends on when, though - money constraints and all. I can't even do the Ithaca one right now...stupid bills.

Stephanie
 09/28/2007 04:08:35 PM · #60
Stephanie, where in NY are you?
 09/28/2007 08:47:36 PM · #61
Maybe we should start a new thread cause maybe I could manage a Northern NY, ie Ogdensburg/Watertown GTG...
 09/28/2007 09:40:57 PM · #62
A Toronto GTG would be great fun, but unfortunately I already have family plans for October 6th as part of the long holiday weekend.

We are taking our coach out for a weekend in a Provincial Park to walk the dogs in the woods and to see the fall colours of the leaves. By the way, I was north of Oshawa today and the trees are already turning. So, it seems that they will peak earlier than normal this year, likely due to the dryness of the summer and the higher than normal temperatures?

Let me know if you decide to reschedule this GTG?

Cheers,
Michael
 09/28/2007 09:57:47 PM · #63
Originally posted by basssman7:
Since we will want to have something of interest to shoot, I would suggest maybe Center Island? Does anyone else have any ideas?

Centre Island is great for skylines of T.O. The Credit Valley Conservation area (although a bit far out of the city) around Caledon and Belfountain is really nice. 'Course, if you decide on Niagara Falls, I'll be here waiting. :-)
 09/28/2007 10:04:46 PM · #64
Originally posted by david_c:
Originally posted by basssman7:
Since we will want to have something of interest to shoot, I would suggest maybe Center Island? Does anyone else have any ideas?

Centre Island is great for skylines of T.O. The Credit Valley Conservation area (although a bit far out of the city) around Caledon and Belfountain is really nice. 'Course, if you decide on Niagara Falls, I'll be here waiting. :-)


Cool David!
I'm in the Buffalo area...kinda eager to meet with other photographers. I don't have camera buddies. PM me if you like.
Deb
 09/28/2007 10:10:03 PM · #65
Originally posted by dsterner:
Stephanie, where in NY are you?


White Plains, about 30 minutes north of Manhattan.

Steph
 09/28/2007 10:12:20 PM · #66
Originally posted by atsxus:
Originally posted by dsterner:
Stephanie, where in NY are you?


White Plains, about 30 minutes north of Manhattan.

Steph


I see...just look at the post below if you were wondering why I asked. I wish I had a photo-buddy

ETA...My post, after yours

Message edited by author 2007-09-28 22:12:58.
 09/29/2007 04:05:11 PM · #67
Originally posted by david_c:
Originally posted by basssman7:
Since we will want to have something of interest to shoot, I would suggest maybe Center Island? Does anyone else have any ideas?


Is there a cost for Center Island ? I've never been.
10/01/2007 07:21:29 AM · #68
Originally posted by kashi:
Originally posted by david_c:
Originally posted by basssman7:
Since we will want to have something of interest to shoot, I would suggest maybe Center Island? Does anyone else have any ideas?


Is there a cost for Center Island ? I've never been.


The only cost is for the Ferry ride to the island, the return trip is included in the outbound charge. The last time I took the Ferry, it was about $5.00 per person. They have a different schedule now that the peak summer season is ended, so you are well advised to check their web site.

Also, be sure to indicate exactly which Ferry everyone is to take as there are three routes - Hanlan's Island, Ward's Island and Centre Island. You would not want to take the wrong Ferry as the walking distance is about 5 kilometres in either direction to Centre Island.

Temperature can be somewhat cooler on the Islands compared to the City, so dress in layers in order to accommodate any differences.

Needless to say, I love the Islands and have spent many hundreds of hours over there walking the dogs, sailing my boats and generally enjoying the summer months. As a result, I have captured many wonderful photographs taken over there. Be sure to check out the haunted lighthouse too.








10/01/2007 07:23:31 AM · #69
I'm all for Center Island, and October 6th.

Just tell me when to be there, and how to recognize other DPC'ers - I'll be the one with 3 little monkeys (umm, children I mean) in tow.
 10/01/2007 07:29:44 AM · #70
Are the ferry's foot-traffic ferry's or vehicle ferry's ?

10/01/2007 07:43:55 AM · #71
Originally posted by kashi:
Are the ferry's foot-traffic ferry's or vehicle ferry's ?

Foot. You can't take a vehicle there without a special permit. Maybe to Ward's Island.

City of Toronto Parks - Islands
 10/01/2007 07:45:02 AM · #72
Originally posted by dsterner:
Cool David!
I'm in the Buffalo area...kinda eager to meet with other photographers. I don't have camera buddies. PM me if you like.
Deb

It doesn't look like I'll be able to make it...I'm working on the 6th. :-(
 10/01/2007 08:02:09 AM · #73
Originally posted by david_c:
Originally posted by kashi:
Are the ferry's foot-traffic ferry's or vehicle ferry's ?

Foot. You can't take a vehicle there without a special permit. Maybe to Ward's Island.

City of Toronto Parks - Islands


Thank you - I still don't see on that link where it says no vehicles, but that's okay - we enjoy hiking and walking.

It looks like a nice place to take the kids too.

So - is anyone going to go ?
 10/01/2007 11:17:02 PM · #74
Sadly, I can not make it this weekend as I am already committed to go out into the wilderness camping. We have a new Coach with lots of toys to play with including satellite Internet. So, if any interesting images result from walking the dogs in the woods, I will post them for all to see.



Have fun at Toronto Island.

Cheers,
Michael
 10/02/2007 09:22:13 AM · #75
I should be able to go. Where are we meeting and at what time?
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