Trip Overview
Fun, thrills and action on this 5-day canoe trip in open Canadian canoes. You learn to "read" the water and practice minimum impact wilderness camping. A day of training on a quiet lake prepares you for the run down the mighty Athabasca River which flows past Jasper and east out of the Alberta Rocky Mountains. No experience is necessary for this canoe tour. Paddler skill of this stretch of the river is classified as "Novice Open Canadian", but the current, some rapids, gravel bars and overhanging trees demand constant vigilance. Experienced canoeists find plenty of challenge in this wilderness setting. There are no towns, no houses along the route, just the wide river, islands and forests. An outdoor adventure tour for first time and experienced paddlers.
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Safety Notes
All required safety equipment for the canoes is supplied.
Gear Notes
Included is transportation from and to Edmonton, 4 nights accommodation in 2-pers. tents, welcome gift, all meals from lunch day 1 to lunch day 5, eating utensils, all camping equipment (except sleeping bag), hard-foam mattress, camping fees, 2-pers. canoes, paddles, life vest, canoe bags in various sizes, canoe instructions.
Conditions
After the canoe training on a lake, the first night camping is on an established campground. The following three nights are random wilderness camps along the river without any facilities.
Trip Details
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Departure Months:
June, July, August, September
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Sport/Activity:
Canoeing
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Skill Level:
Beginner, Intermediate
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Water Type:
River/Creek (Up to Class II)
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Services Available:
Guided
