Safety & Risk Awareness
Your safety is our top priority. We are committed to providing you with a safe and unforgettable experience from start to finish.
Our professional guides, industry leading standards for training and our attention to detail in all areas of our operation ensure we maintain excellent safety records.
Canoeing, rafting, hiking and other activities that take place in wilderness areas involve the risk of injury.
The information contained in the Safety & Risk Awareness section of this website is intended to inform you of the risks, dangers and hazards you may encounter while on your river expedition and to help you stay safe while enjoying these activities.
Whether you are a participant in these activities or a parent or guardian of a minor participant, please take the time to familiarize yourself with the Safety & Risk Awareness information on this website. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to our Expedition Planning Team via phone or email anytime.
Prior to booking, please read our Waiver & Release.
A Professional Focus on Safety
Considered leaders in their field, our guides are passionate, knowledgeable and highly trained. Each guide completes rigorous training requirements and we ensure each has up-to-date instructor, wilderness first aid and swift water rescue certifications. Learn more about our guides here.
We employ comprehensive and well-rehearsed emergency procedures and trip contingency planning for our self supported, wilderness-camping experiences.
Satellite telephones and text communication devices are carried on all of our trips.
Guest Safety training
Upon arriving at the river, guests will receive a comprehensive orientation to camp life. Before beginning river travel guests participate in a mandatory safety briefing. Topics will include
- river travel specific to your craft (canoe, raft, kayak or pack raft)
- bear awareness
- what to do in the rare event of a raft flipping
- what to do if a canoe capsizes
- how to behave around fixed wing aircraft and helicopters
- camp safety regarding fires and water
- wilderness hygiene protocols
Safety Equipment
Prior to embarking for the river each guest will be fitted with a PFD (personal flotation device). Guests on whitewater expeditions will be fitted with a helmet.
Your guide team will carry multiple wilderness First Aid kits, a satellite telephone and an inReach device.
Your River Experience
We believe that adventure and exploration thrive in an atmosphere of respect, trust, and care.
It is a privilege to share the finest Arctic rivers with our guests each summer and we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and ways of life to join our expeditions.
The well-being of our guides, staff, and guests is our highest priority. Every person deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued.
We have a zero tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, or abusive behaviour of any kind — including unwanted verbal or physical conduct — by or toward anyone involved in our trips.
Violations of this policy will be immediately responded to. Owners and the senior management team will be informed and involved with the resolution of the situation. Consequences may include removal from the trip and refusal of future participation.
