Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park - Explore with Gary Ataman May 9-11, 14

Submitted by garyataman on Mon, 02/03/2014 - 22:43

Flatwater

ARE YOU READY FOR ANOTHER EXPLORE ADVENTURE? Join me, explore the hidden waterways of Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park. We will be travelling through classic Canadian Shield territory.

The Basics

Event Location:

Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park (North of Norland)

Date(s) & Time:

Friday, May 9, 2014 - 08:00

Registration Cut Off:

4/15/2014

Event Duration:

3 full days (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

Difficulty Rating:

Intermediate

Participant Info

Who's Invited:

Experienced back country folks who are looking for an adventure off the beaten track

Maximum Group Size:

3 boats

Minimum Group Size:

1 boat

Itinerary

Itinerary description:

If you are looking for a exploration challenge then this outing is for you.
We will be exploring new and old canoe routes in Queen Elizabeth II Provincial Park.
We will be canoeing lakes, ponds, rivers and bushwhacking hiking to find our way around the park. The goal of the outing is to find new routes through the park.
Our plan is to paddle ~15-20 km/5-6 hours a day. Participants should be prepared to perform one way portages across un-marked bushwhacking Canadian Shield terrain.
We explored a good section of the park over the past few years. You can check out my Facebook page to see previous trips. This is what you can expect on my outings.
Trip 1
Trip 2
Trip 3
Trip 4
Trip 5

Required Items to Bring:

One light weight canoe pack and wilderness camping gear to allow one carry portages.
Flat water canoe and camping gear
First Aid Kit
PFD, whistle, throw rope, bailer, etc.