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Electronics in the Backcountry

Going on a backcountry adventure doesn’t mean sacrificing the ability to capture memories on your phone and camera. Guide Jeremy Flamand shares his tips for keeping your electronics charged, including using a portable power bank, being conservative with power usage, and considering solar options.

A Glacial Primer

For centuries, glaciers have captured the imaginations and life work of scientists, storytellers and artists across the world. They stand as relics of bygone eons and serve as windows into the prehistory of our planet. Dive into this glacial primer for a fascinating insight into the world of glaciology!

Nahanni Gold Seekers

What truly defines value? The Nahanni’s timeless allure, from gold-seeking legends to the modern quest for connection, unveils profound treasures. Dive in, and rediscover what matters most in life’s vast expanse

Dana’s 5 Favourite Hikes in the Nahanni

Whether you like the idea of stretching your legs after a day of paddling, want to seek out wildflowers or have summit fever, the Nahanni holds hiking opportunities for everyone.

Rafting the Alsek River: A Journey through Snowy Peaks, Colossal Glaciers and Untamed Wilderness

Renowned for fiery rapids, Himalaya-like mountain valleys and colossal glaciers, the Alsek is a wilderness treasure unlike any other.

Whitehorse: a brief guide to the Wilderness City

Many past guests will know Whitehorse as the start and end point to their journeys along the Tatshenshini or Alsek

Our guide to the Nahanni River in Canada’s Northwest Territories

A must-read resource for anyone who has a paddling adventure on the Nahanni River on their bucket list.

Náįlįcho (Virginia Falls) – Exploring the World’s Most Beautiful Waterfall

Owner Joel Hibbard dives into the fascinating history of Náįlįcho, one of the many highlights of a trip down Naha Dehe, the Nahanni River.

In Conversation with Tyler Dinsdale: Lead Guide for our Taseko, Chilko & Chilcotin Raft Trips

Joel Hibbard joined river guide, Tyler Dinsdale, for a conversation about the Taseko River and the incredible expeditions he leads for Canadian River Expeditions.

Canoe in rapids on the broken skull river

The Broken Skull: Your Next Wilderness Canoe Adventure

Playful rapids, breathtaking alpine vistas, boundless hiking, a captivating cultural history and fantastic wildlife watching are just a few features which make the Broken Skull a gem of Canada’s North.

Fables from the North: Debunking Common Camping Conceptions

Owner and outfitter Joel Hibbard debunks 5 common myths about wilderness river trips in the North.

Canoeists on the Horton River, NWT, Canada.

From Duffles to Dry Bags: How to Pack for your Wilderness River Adventure

Dive in for our top tips, tricks and recommendations for what to bring on your northern river adventure!