We supply the latest in quality canoe-camping equipment for our tours. This includes lightweight, hand-crafted Souris River canoes that are a joy to paddle and portage. You bring your sleeping bag and pad, personal effects, and rain gear. To help you prepare for an enjoyable adventure, we send a personal packing list when you register. Full outfitting includes competent tour leader/guides who accompany each tour and help create a fun time and a supportive learning environment.

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Meals

Cooking tasty, nutritious meals over the open fire or baking mouthwatering desserts in the reflector oven is always a high point of each day. Careful planning goes into each menu. We feature balanced meals with a complement of fresh fruit and vegetables, supervised by an experienced cook. You are invited to help with preparation and cleanup.

On our list of priorities, safety comes first. Each tour involves pre-trip canoe safety training and paddling instruction. Most programs continue with instruction in paddling, navigation and canoe-camping skills during the tour, in tune with your needs and interests. Our tour leaders are first-aid certified and are qualified canoeing instructors.

Accommodation while canoeing is in quality, 2-person, storm-proof nylon tents. Campsites with facilities are only used en route to the canoe launch point. Otherwise, all camping is authentic wilderness style in undeveloped areas exclusive to CanoeSki groups. We select campsites that offer the best scenic vistas and natural amenities for comfortable wilderness living. We make sure that everyone is familiar with ecologically responsible camping practices.

We try to accommodate all skill levels on most tours. The exception is whitewater tours which require previous experience or training. Beginners will find that a modest degree of fitness will enhance their enjoyment of paddling and portaging. Experienced paddlers will find the pace reasonably energetic, but not arduous. We can design custom tours to suit group needs and interests.

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Eco Programs

The power of pristine wilderness can rejuvenate the body and spirit. Getting reconnected to the earth is a natural "healing" process that sets the stage for intense learning experiences. Our eco-programming, conducted in this holistic context, creates heightened awareness and positive personal growth. You'll encounter expert interpreters who eagerly share their knowledge of the fascinating natural and cultural resources of the touring environment. Eco-programs are featured in such diverse areas as wildlife watching, geology, history, aboriginal culture, archaeology, ethnobotany, music and massage.

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Itinerary

A typical day involves 4-6 hours of paddling. Actual time on the water is influenced by weather, paddling abilities, number of portages and distance between campsites. This reasonably relaxed pace allows time for rest breaks and instruction en route. It also leaves energy to enjoy activities in camp; swimming, exploring, relaxing or participating in eco-programming events. We select canoe routes that optimize the spirit of the Canadian wilderness in terms of scenery, solitude, wildlife and heritage value.

We use quality hand-crafted, Canadian-made Souris River Canoes in our programs. Designed for the discriminating paddler, these tough, lightweight kevlar, duralite and carbon-tec canoes in epoxy layup are on the forefront of today's canoeing technology. The 'perfect baby boomer canoe' comes in classic prospector or lakewater hull designs, new and used. Contact CanoeSki to take a test drive!