"Gareth and Dana
were both very friendly, excellent guides and got along well with the
youth. They were extremely knowledgeable and made learning fun and easy.
Not only did they teach us paddling strokes and rescue but I was
pleasantly surprised at all the other points they went over; cooking,
clean-up, leave no trace camping, loading of canoes, gear, menus, food
choices, hygiene, trip planning, just to name a few. They took time with
each individual to help them with their paddling and helped correct bad
habits and/or incorrect strokes. They rock! As an organization the gear
was excellent and well maintained, the food was delicious, you were all
very easy to communicate with and get a hold of. I would certainly
recommend you to others and if needed use you again in the future.
Thank You Very Much"
Jose Viveiros
1st Laity View Company
Thank You Very Much"
Jose Viveiros
1st Laity View Company
Canoe Camping (Tripping Paddler)
Canoe Camping
Overview: Learn to camp with your canoe.
Prerequisite: Basic or Intro Tandem or Solo Lake skills (certificate or personal confidence in your skills).
People that take this course:
- Want go on an overnight or multi-day paddling trip;
- Want to learn how to and what to cook while canoe camping;
- Are looking for the natural progression day trips;
- Want to know how to use a map and compass, start a fire and a variety of other key wilderness skills!
Skills:
- Packing and loading gear;
- Paddling a loaded canoe;
- Paddling in mild wind and waves;
- Outdoor kitchen set up and gear (we bring out a variety of stoves for you to try);
- Fire lighting and cooking on it;
- Knots and tarp set up;
- Rescuing a canoe filled with gear;
- Camp site selection.
Topic:
- Map and compass
- Intro to weather reading and prediction
- Wilderness safety topics
Certificates: Paddle Canada or Recreational Canoe Associate of BC.
Contact info@ridgewilderness.com for further information on Canoe Camping.
