|
Youth Adventure Kayak Trip on Georgian Bay |
Youth Adventure Kayak Trip on Georgian Bay
 Photo Birch Behmann
July 3 - 6, 2012 - $ 450
Trip Overview
This youth programme is subsidized by White Squall to encourage teens to experience the fun and beauty of a Georgian Bay trip. We will meet at the Paddling Centre on the first morning for a complete orientation and introduction to the group and trip staff. For the rest of the morning, we will be out on Cole Lake going over the basics of paddling and safe kayak travel, including doing some wet exits and rescues. After a hearty lunch, we’ll head out to a local access point (such as Snug Harbour). Whether you’ve paddled before or not, you are welcome to come on this trip – we’ll teach you new paddling skills no matter how good you are.
We set up one or two campsites and explore from there with lots of time for paddling and relaxing. We might paddle 4–5 hours each day with breaks every 1–2 hours.
The first night will be spent out on a nearby island. During this 4 day programme, we will focus on teaching fundamental skills in paddling, rescue, navigation, food prep, campsite selection, minimum impact camping, and group leadership. Both beginning and more experienced paddlers will be challenged to develop skills at their own pace.
We will return to White Squall by late afternoon on the last day. As with all trips, we’re at the mercy of the weather and mother nature, so don’t be surprised if all of this changes.
Register Now
General Trip Info
Please visit programme registrations and make sure you see the Pre-trip Information Package as well as full registration and cancellation policies.
Meeting Place
White Squall Paddling Centre (unless otherwise notified).See maps & directions.
Meeting Time
Please arrive for 8:30 am, we will start at 8:45 am sharp with an introductory meeting an overview of the trip. It’s best if parents can say goodbye at this point unless they have been asked to provide car transport to the put-in.
Staffing
The trip staff are co-ed and consist of a lead guide and an assistant guide, with an apprentice leader often coming along for training. The lead guide is trained in Advanced Wilderness First Aid and has advanced kayak and rescue skills along with formal White Squall guide training. Typically, they are certified national instructors with Paddle Canada and have many years of tripping and guiding experience. The assistant guide is likewise highly trained and is often in a co-leadership role with the lead. The apprentice has been chosen for his/her outdoor skills and is in a learning position.
Special Clothing or Equipment Needed
Please refer to the Pre-trip Information Package for a complete list of clothing to bring. We’ll also send you that list upon registration. Follow it carefully and if you have any questions, please get in touch.
For Youth Adventure, you’re welcome to bring a favourite game or musical instrument for camp but we specifically ask that you not bring electronic games or musical equipment (eg. IPODs or MP3s).
Suggested Reading, Maps, & Charts
Participants can mail-order these items through us by simply calling (705) 342-5324 or
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
and we'll pay the shipping cost. (Yup FREE Shipping!)
Wind Weather and Waves – Environment Canada (great Bay weather text)
Ghosts of the Bay: A Guide to the History of Georgian Bay – Lynx Images
Natural History of Georgian Bay (276k) by Gerard Courtin
A Brief History of Georgian Bay (172k) by Graham Ketcheson
Cool Facts About Georgian Bay (12k) by Graham Ketcheson
There are several excellent basic kayaking texts available – contact us for for suggestions.
Maps: 41H7/8 – Parry Sound
Charts: 2242
Charts: 2242 – Parry Sound
|
