Important Details:
When: June 5-7, 2026
Where: Alonquin Provincial Park. We will meet Friday night at Tea Lake Campground.
Cost: $150/person. This includes all meals, campsite fees, canoe rental and safety equipment. This does not include personal gear (which can be rented) or parking fees if you are bringing a vehicle.
What to Expect:
Friday Night: arrivals, dinner cooked over the campfire, get to know each other, sleep in tents
Saturday: Introductory canoe lesson and basic canoe tripping skills and then we're off! We will paddle for a few hours to find a campsite in Algonquin Park where we will stay for the night.
Sunday: After a leisurely start to the day, we will paddle back out to our vehicles and gather together for a celebratory meal!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I need to have camping or canoe experience?
Not at all! This trip is designed to be fully accessible to beginner campers and canoe trippers.
How strenuous is this trip? Do I need to be physically fit?
This trip is short and designed for beginners. Be prepared to walk short distances (up to 500m) on gravel pathways carrying gear and helping to carry canoes short distances.
What equipment do I need to pack?
A complete packing list will be emailed out but expect to provide a personal sleeping bag, mat and clothing. We will provide all canoe and safety equipment, cooking equipment and tents. If you have a tent you would like to bring you are more than welcome to!