Course Overview

Take your weekend family getaway to the next level and sign up for MKC’s Family Programs

This is an opportunity for the family to “get their feet wet” in their choice of kayak or canoe, while enjoying time in nature as a family. These weekends feature kid-focused kayak courses (kids paddling with kids while adults kayak with adults), or family-focused canoe courses (parents paddling with their kids).

Who are Family Weekends ideal for?

Families with kids aged 10 and older. Weekend courses are perfect for a great introduction to whitewater. Experienced flatwater kayakers or canoeists are also very welcome. Intermediate & Advanced whitewater paddlers should instead join a Family Week or Specialty programs.

Itinerary

Course Location

Instruction often takes place at Palmer Rapids, a popular whitewater teaching site located 30 minutes from MKC. After paddling, you return to the comfort of our Wilderness Resort with hot outdoor showers, log sauna, yoga pavilion, and your choice of Accommodation & Meals Plan.

Cost

Instruction Fee

$475

Accommodation + Meals

From $70 to $360. See below for various accommodation & meal packages

Rental Package

$146 (for boat, paddle, helmet, life jacket). Individual items also available to rent

Accommodation + Meal Packages

Cozy Lodge rooms, off-the-grid Cabanas, budget-friendly Dorms or wooded Campsites. Our Wilderness Resort offers something for everyone.

Shared Lodge Plan* | $360

Our rustic Lodge rooms have everything you need! Choose either a queen bed or 2 twin beds. Rooms are at ground level with nearby washroom facilities (en suite not available). Meals included.

Shared Cabana Plan* | $360

Enjoy our off-the-grid Cabanas tucked in the woods! Choose either a queen bed or 2 twin beds. Washroom facilities are a short walk away. Meals included. No electricity.

Shared Glamping Plan* | $360

Come glamp in MKC's forest! Our newest accommodation options are cozy, comfortable, canvas tents. Two twin beds with bedding can be converted into a single queen bed. Washroom facilities are a short walk away. Meals included. No electricity.

Dormitory Plan* | $300

Dorm room accommodation sleep up to six per room. Dorms are on the second floor with nearby washroom facilities. Meals included. Bring your own bedding.

Camping Plan | $260

MKC's wooded campsites are great for tents, trailers and campervans. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, onsite parking, and access to nearby washroom facilities. Meals included. No electricity.

Camping No Meals | $70

MKC's wooded campsites are great for tents, trailers and campervans. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, onsite parking, and access to nearby washroom facilities. Bring your own camping and cooking equipment to enjoy meals at your site. Dishwashing station available. No electricity.

Check In

The evening before your course between 7 & 10pm

Check Out

Friday at 7pm

*For those booking for one for Glamping, Cabana, Lodge or Dorm: it is likely you will stay with other students of the same gender. As a wilderness resort we have chosen to not expand too far into our surrounding forest and therefore have limited indoor accommodations. To book a private room as an additional cost.

About our Meals

We take pride in serving healthy, hearty and delicious meals. As a proud member of FeastON, we source locally when possible and add our special touch with herbs and edible flowers from our own garden. Meals start with breakfast the first day of the course and include: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner, plus an après-paddling snack each day. Coffee, tea and juice are complimentary. BYOB.

Locally roasted specialty coffee and homemade snacks can be purchased from our Riverside Shop & Café.

   

Group Discounts

We welcome groups of 5 or more at a discounted rate (conditions apply)

Youth aged 12-16 years receive 20% off, youth aged under 12 receive 30% off

This ranks as one of the top family experiences we have done in the WORLD!

Shen B

I think that MKC is perfect. The food is the best in the world and the atmosphere is magic. I love it!

Jonas T, age 14

MKC is probably the most welcoming place I have ever been. I love the personalities. I love the people. I love everything about the programs. The atmosphere is wonderful, which is why I bring my kids and friends here!

Joe T

Did the intro weekend course to whitewater kayaking. The facilities and campground were beautiful and the experience awesome. We got to spend time with three different instructors Coby, Erin and Mike whom were all patient, encouraging and great teachers. The instructors also did a great job working with the different skill and comfort levels in the group making sure everyone had a great time. Super fun experience!

Tessa D

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Weekend

Weekend Whitewater

MKC’s Weekend Canoe or Kayak Clinic is an introduction to the exciting world of whitewater paddling.

Beginner

$475 / Per person

COURSE DETAILS

Whitewater Riders Youth Teen Kayak Camp

Two weeks of whitewater – freestyle, slalom, creeking, expeditions, and rescue – building positive whitewater leadership.

Beginner

$2999 / Per person

COURSE DETAILS
5 Days

Family Week

Enjoy your next family vacation learning whitewater kayaking or canoeing at MKC! A truly uplifting getaway for the whole family!

Beginner

$1030 / Per person

COURSE DETAILS

Reviews

5 star ratingWhite water rafting Brilliant fun from start (jumping from a bridge into the river) to the end (flipping the raft)
Easily the best activity of our 2 week holiday in Ontario.
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8/03/2023
5 star ratingAdventure Rafting Great day adventure rafting with friends and family. From bridge jumping, surfing, flipping the raft and the laughs in between. Thanks to our guide Tatiana for an entertaining 2 hours.
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Sherpa57752201563
8/05/2023
5 star ratingGreat experience for young or new rafters. We had an amazing white water experience with our two young daughters. Our guide Mel was so encouraging and fun in spite of the drizzle. Great interaction with our kids and would highly recommend this to families looking for their first rafting adventure.
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8/24/2023
November 17th 10am - 6pm EST

Early bird sale.

20% OFF

all 2 and 5 day MKC kayak and canoe programs. Includes Yoga Week, Slalom Week, Week of Rivers, Women’s Week and Weekend, Family Weeks and Weekends, Senior’s Week, Kayak and canoe instructor courses

Must place deposit to receive discount. We cannot combine discounts.

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March 4th - 8th 2024

10% off

5 day kayak + canoe courses

5% of all revenue from this week is donated to your choice of three organizations

We are forever grateful for the support we continually receive from our communities. To say a small thanks, we want to give back.