NEW Bay of Fundy Multi-Element Discovery 17 day program for ages 16 - 18 High school credit available Fredericton, NB
Come join us on this once in a lifetime hiking and paddling experience!
Imagine paddling white water, sea-kayaking and a hiking majestic coastline all in one trip. That’s what this course is about! The Bay of Fundy is one of the world’s most renowned ocean environments. Home of the highest recorded tides in the world as well as amazing marine life such as seals, seabirds, eagles, porpoises and whales - there is much to explore!
THE EXPEDITION
You’ll start your journey with a white water paddling expedition on the St. Croix River. You’ll begin by learning the basics of flat water canoeing before reaching the river where you’ll learn the techniques of exciting white water paddling. The river has much to offer with exciting rapids, beautiful campsites and historical landmarks at every turn; it is one of Canada’s premier Heritage Rivers.
Once you’ve completed this section of the course, you will enjoy a day of sea kayaking before heading to Fundy National Park to prepare for your backpacking adventure. You’ll hike along the Fundy Footpath, a rugged 41-km trail that hugs the Bay of Fundy shore. The trail winds through the woods, up and down from craggy hilltops into lush ravines where you’ll cross rivers and ford streams, many of them passable only at low tide.
You’ll discover a logging dam and beaches and coves alive with tidal pools of sea plants and animals. Explore sites with such picturesque names as Seely Beach, Martin Head and Big Salmon River. If there’s time, you may hike up to Walton's Glen from Little Salmon River through the 'eye of the needle' to catch the spectacular falls. Spend a rest day at one of the many unnamed waterfalls or on the beach, observing the tides and wildlife. This is one of the great untouched wilderness areas in Atlantic Canada. The fog that frequently shrouds this scenic area adds to its mystique.
Along the way, you'll learn many valuable wilderness skills - leave-no-trace camping, map and compass navigation, knots, emergency procedures for white water canoeing and an introduction to sea kayaking, as well as how to cook the perfect meal over a campfire.
As with every Outward Bound course you’ll experience the core educational values of Outward Bound – shared adventure, physical challenge, the mastery of new skills and service to the community. All Outward Bound graduates bring home heightened self-confidence, resilience, an increased ability to work effectively with others and a greater sense of purpose.
This experience will stand my daughter in good stead for the rest of her life.– Parent of participant
This course will help you meet the requirements toward a Duke of Edinburgh Award. For more information on these awards, please contact the Duke of Edinburgh organization at416.203.0674, or check out their website at www.dukeofed.org.
Activities: Backpacking, Community Service, Flatwater Canoeing, High School Credit, Introduction to Sea Kayaking, Minimal Impact Camping, Overnight Solo, Portaging, Whitewater Canoeing
