Planning a Wilderness Canoe Trip Workshop / Fundraiser

DATES: March 26-28
Location: Fred C. Andersen Scout Camp
Houlton, WI, USA
Tel: Carolyn Erickson at (651) 254-9144
Email: cerickson@nsbsa.org
http://www.northernstarbsa.org/News.aspx?articleID=560

DESCRIPTION: Sharpen your backcountry skills and learn advanced expedition planning from legendary paddler Cliff Jacobson! 

Cliff, a lifelong Scouting participant, and Distinguished Eagle Scout, has donated a weekend of his time to conduct this special workshop.  All proceeds will go towards the Northern Star Council’s Eagle Scout Scholarship fund that provides post secondary scholarships for 25 Northern Star Council Eagle Scouts. 

This whirlwind, hands-on workshop covers most everything a Scouter needs to know about canoeing in a wild region where help is an airplane ride away.  Topics include planning a trip—maps and aerial photos; vehicle and trailer concerns; navigation with map, compass and GPS; canoe selection and outfitting; essential tripping gear, packing and portaging; signals and communications; storm proofing your camp; essential knots and hitches; rigging rain tarps; menus and food preparation; critter-proofing your camp; making fire in the rain; and more!  It’s all geared towards guiding Scouters on canoe trips beyond the beaten path. 

The training will take place at the Fred C. Andersen Scout Camp in Houlton, WI, (just outside of Stillwater, MN) from 7:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 27.  Participants are invited to arrive on the evening of Friday, March 26 and stay through the morning of Sunday, March 28.  Camp facilities will be available for those wishing to stay overnight, and an extra program will be offered by Cliff Jacobson on Friday evening from 7:30-8:30. Cost is $175, all meals included. Space is limited. For questions about the event or to register, contact Carolyn Erickson at 651-254-9144 or Email cerickson@nsbsa.org to reserve a spot or to receive a schedule.

In addition to the meals, everyone will receive a copy of two of Cliff’s books -- *Expedition Canoeing, 20th Anniversary Edition, by Cliff Jacobson.  The Globe-Pequot Press 2005.  *Basic Illustrated, Map & Compass, by Cliff Jacobson. The Globe-Pequot Press 2008.

East Coast Canoe & Kayak Festival

DATES: April 16-18, 2010
Location: James Island County Park
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
Tel: Charlston County Parks and Recreation, 843-795-4386
Joshua Hall, 843-762-2172
www.ccprc.com/index.asp?nid=472

DESCRIPTION: The heart of the festival is the running of four classrooms throughout the 3-day event. A wide variety of topics include exotic paddling locations, how-to sessions on navigation, selecting or repairing equipment, and preparing gourmet cuisine fresh from your dry bag. On-water classes teach new strokes, rescues, or rolls with expert instruction from H2Outfitters. Master classes feature many of the leading instructors in the paddling world. All on-water classes require pre-registration. Some classes require you to bring your own equipment and are $15 to $30 in addition to your festival registration. Over 40 commercial exhibitors will be on-hand to give you a chance to test boats, paddles, and accessories on the water at the festival site.

MKC’S Classic Ontario-Quebec Week Of Rivers 

DATE:
Madawaska Kanu Centre
Tel: (888) 652-5268 g
http://www.mkc.ca/

DESCRIPTION: Five days of paddling on Ontario and Quebec’s best whitewater runs. Day excursions return to the hospitality of the MKC Chalet or our Ottawa River outpost. Instruction is informal and based upon the needs and desires of the participants.

The MKC Week of Rivers provides Intermediate to Advanced level paddlers with the opportunity to experience boating on a totally new level. Five days, five different rivers, completely hassle free! You and a small group of other boaters will be accompanied by two MKC Instructors. Acting as you guides they will look after the all the logistical details of the trip while joining you on the river and creating an environment in which you can push your paddling on new and exciting rivers. This is a unique chance for you to become a real “boater” again, spending five days immersed in the adventure, the excitement and the novelty of paddling new rivers, while experiencing the comfort and pleasure of MKC’s renowned hospitality.    

Becoming a Boundary Waters Family Outfitter Seminars

DATE: Tuesdays in June: June 16, 23, and 30, 2009
Gunflint Trail Outfitters, Grand Marais, Minnesoa
http://www.becomingaboundarywatersfamily.com/

DESCRIPTION: The outfitters of the Gunflint Trail Association have put together a program of informational materials, seminars and a bit of extra help so that kids and parents can feel comfortable in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Participating outfitters will give free, one-hour seminars every Tuesday from June 16 - July 14. Topics include everything from setting up tents to navigating to fishing. You can even practice paddling with half-day excursions. USDA Forest Service Ranger talks are also available.

Memories, stories and good family fun are what the Gunflint Trail Association outfitters are all about. Our goal is to take the mystery out of camping in the BWCAW in northern Minnesota. Not everyone grew up camping and paddling in the BWCAW but with a little help, everyone is capable of having a great experience. Spend healthy, quality time with your kids. Leave the distractions behind and enjoy making memories this summer in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area of northern Minnesota.   

Becoming a Boundary Waters Family Outfitter Seminars

DATE: Gunflint Trail Outfitters, Grand Marais, Minnesoa
http://www.becomingaboundarywatersfamily.com/

DESCRIPTION: The outfitters of the Gunflint Trail Association have put together a program of informational materials, seminars and a bit of extra help so that kids and parents can feel comfortable in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Participating outfitters will give free, one-hour seminars every Tuesday from June 16 - July 14. Topics include everything from setting up tents to navigating to fishing. You can even practice paddling with half-day excursions. USDA Forest Service Ranger talks are also available.

Memories, stories and good family fun are what the Gunflint Trail Association outfitters are all about. Our goal is to take the mystery out of camping in the BWCAW in northern Minnesota. Not everyone grew up camping and paddling in the BWCAW but with a little help, everyone is capable of having a great experience. Spend healthy, quality time with your kids. Leave the distractions behind and enjoy making memories this summer in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area of northern Minnesota.   

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