Inspiration and stories related to wilderness paddling & camping.
A journey along the Nahanni River is rife with tales of the people who have been here before. The story of Willie and Frank McLeod inspired the names of iconic places such as Deadmen Valley and Headless Creek. Here their lives (and deaths) come to life in poem by one of our river guides.
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Bringing youth into the wild fosters confidence and leadership skills that, along with the memories of their time on the river, will last a lifetime. Nahanni Guide Isaac reflects on this year’s Kilcoo-Nahanni expedition, and how it’s truly an experience for all ages.
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On a recent expedition to the Firth River we marvelled at the robust populations of birds of prey in the region, a heartening sign of a healthy ecosystem. This journey was one of our Rafting with Researchers expeditions, where guests are treated to the firsthand expertise of Parks Canada researchers.
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This July, Canadian River Expeditions returned to the Snake River for an enchanting 12-day journey.
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A tributary to the majestic Mackenzie, don’t let the classification fool you, the Mountain River is an important waterway in its own right and a spectacular journey for adventurous paddlers, by raft or canoe!
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Why the wind blows upstream in the afternoon and why mornings on the river can occasionally find us engulfed in fog.
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Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about packing for a multi-day rafting or canoeing adventure in the North.
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The Nahanni is a big river with powerful currents, boils and challenging whitewater. So who can canoe the Nahanni River?
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To the uninitiated, paddling seems like a young person’s sport. Most people are surprised to learn the average age of our guests is 57.
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In the summer of 2016 we provided support for the filming of a Red Bull film documenting a thrilling Tatshenshini whitewater journey and extreme free-ride mountain biking expedition.
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Loo-with-a-view and other myth busting comfort experiences.
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A highlight for many who journey down the Nahanni River with us is a relaxing soak in the soothing 32°C waters of Kraus Hot Springs.
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