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50 is the new 30 as empty-nesters flock to northern rivers

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.

Canoeing through Canada's deepest river canyons on the Nahanni River in Canada's Northwest Territories.

Who Can Canoe the Nahanni River?

The Nahanni is a big river with powerful currents, boils and challenging whitewater. So who can canoe the Nahanni River?

How We Saved an International Treasure

What began as a search for old aerial photographs of the Alsek River and glaciers in northern Canada and Alaska, led to the discovery of an international treasure documenting the world’s largest non-polar ice cap.

Phenomena You May Observe During Your River Adventure

Why the wind blows upstream in the afternoon and why mornings on the river can occasionally find us engulfed in fog.

Don’t Miss Amazing Northern Birding Opportunities

One of the best kept secrets on our expeditions are the incredible opportunities for birders, from beginners to experts, to see migrating waterfowl as they head north in the spring.