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ABOUT THIS REGION  CANOEING - RIVER TRIPS

Exciting canoeing trip on the Seal River

Travel from boreal forest to Arctic tundra on this exciting paddling adventure. On the Seal River you can watch the forest slowly disappear leaving the vast tundra. It is a breath taking site. Most of the Seal River trip takes place in this transition zone. We'll have someone along who can tell you about the flora and fauna that make up the boreal and tundra you'll be paddling through. For the person who's looking for high adventure, here's the tundra river that has everything. From the moment you land on Tadule Lake, 300 km inland from the river's end at Hudson Bay, you'll see seals. As you approach the Bay, you may chance across polar bears, lazing about in the summer heat. The clear blue waters of Hudson Bay sport pods of white beluga whales. The river is also host to many species of waterfowl that create amazing in-flight displays over the water as autumn approaches. No wonder the Seal is a Heritage River! In addition to fabulous wildlife viewing opportunities, the Seal River offers continuous current and many challenging rapids. This rarely traveled-river is totally wild and utterly spell-binding, and will live on in your dreams long after you return home to tell the tale.

Exciting canoeing trip on the Seal River

The Seal River flows virtually straight east along a route passing just south of the Manitoba/Northwest Territories border into Hudson Bay. The river starts in the forests of the Precambrian Shield. The surroundings change dramatically as you approach the Bay. The forests shrink first, into taiga, known also as "the Land of Little Sticks", before disappearing completely. By the time you reach Hudson Bay there isn't a tree in sight, only Arctic tundra as far as the eye can see. The Seal River is best known for its wildlife. The seals swim over 100 miles inland up river to catch fish. Geese nest by the thousands along the river. Black bear, Arctic fox and wolves all gather along the river to feed on the nesting geese who during their nesting period cannot fly. As you approach Hudson Bay polar bears are often seen. As a final wildlife enthusiast's treat, you may see one of the large groups of beluga whales, which congregate at the mouth of the river. This river is also well known for its whitewater. Paddlers are treated to many sections of challenging rapids ranging from Class II to Class III+.

Exciting canoeing trip on the Seal River

Season: August 14, 2009 to August 27, 2009
Suggested Items: Camera, daypack, insect repellent, pocketknife, fishing tackle, wet suit.
Suggested Clothing: Two changes of clothes for a broad range of temperatures, long sleeved shirts, long pants, wool or fleece sweater, windbreaker, dry foot wear and wet foot wear, wool socks, hat, gloves, bathing suit, rain gear.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Restrictions: This river is remote. There are numerous Class 2 and 3 rapids with very limited portage options. Participants need to be in good physical condition and be comfortable in Class 3 rapids.
Maximum Number of People: 8
Equipment Provided: 17' Royalex hull Trail Head Prospectors, Old Town Trippers, rescue and first aid equipment, trip-proven 3-season nylon tents, tarps for group shelter, thermarest mattresses, warm Hollofill sleeping bags, waterproof floating barrels.
Transportation: Trips originate and end in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Accommodations: Accommodations are in tent camps along the river.
Meal Information: Meals are included.
Guide Information: We have the most highly trained and experienced guides in Saskatchewan. Certified instructors of flatwater and whitewater canoeing as well as canoe camping. Each guide is trained in rescue, first aid and CPR, so you know you're in good hands. Most have been with us for many years, and they know the rivers they travel.
Weather Information: Summer temperatures range from 15 to 25 degrees Celsius.
Trip Duration Price
15 days
$4590.00* per person
*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax

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