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The South Saskatchewan River gathers water mostly from the eastern slopes of Western Canada's Rocky Mountains. It crosses the prairies of southern Alberta and Saskatchewan as it eventually makes its way eastward to Hudson's Bay. From Lake Diefenbaker, the river's fresh waters flow northward through the City of Saskatoon. The river winds its way through an agricultural upland as it flows toward Saskatoon, but down in the valley bottom it presents a wilderness-like aura. Plenty of wildlife, few tourists and lots of solitude -- these are elements of a well-kept secret that only a few adventurers experience first-hand. Join this privileged group by discovering the secret for yourself on this short overnight canoeing adventure.
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| Season: June to September |
| Requirements: Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and rain gear. |
| Suggested Items: Camera, binoculars, field guides, daypack, sunglasses, sunscreen, canteen, and insect repellent. |
| Suggested Clothing: Sneakers, warm clothing, shorts, bathing suit, and hat. (Detailed list sent upon registration.) |
| Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate |
| Restrictions: Flatwater paddling with mild current -- no whitewater. |
| Equipment Provided: Fully outfitted with lightweight Souris River canoes and safety equipment, tents, waterproof pack, and group camping equipment. |
| Transportation: Return transportation from Saskatoon by passenger van to canoe trip departure point is provided. |
| Accommodations: Comfortable, undesignated wilderness tent campsites along the river. |
| Meal Information: Careful planning goes into the daily menu. Balanced, nutritious and tasty meals are featured including a complement of fresh fruits and vegetables. |
| Guide Information: Canoeing guides are certified and experienced. |
| Weather Information: Daytime temperatures in the summer average between 15-25 degrees Celsius (60° - 80° F). Saskatchewan's dry, mid-continental climate typically has warm to hot summer weather with more hours of sunshine than elsewhere in Canada. |
| Comments: Beginners are welcome as instruction in basic paddling techniques and camping routines are covered during the trip. The pace of the trip is relaxed with 4-5 hours of paddling per day. Although classified as novice, this trip is suitable for anyone interested in a leisurely paddling venue. The river provides a steady current to assist with downstream travel, but headwinds can sometimes counter this advantage. A modest degree of physical fitness will help you enjoy the experience should adverse weather arise. |
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2 days
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$275.00 per person
1 night. June 21-22, August 2-3, September 6-7, 2008 |
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