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9 Things You Should Know About Whitewater Canoeing

Whether you’re a beginner looking to dip your paddle into whitewater or an experienced paddler seeking to sharpen your skills, this guide will help you begin your whitewater journey!

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7 Great Canoe Trip Guiding Companies

One of the best ways to harness and further refine your canoe tripping skills is by partnering with reputable river guide companies, providing an exhilarating opportunity to explore nature’s wonders while putting your training to the test.

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The Fascinating History of Whitewater Kayaking

Whitewater kayaking, an exhilarating water sport that combines adventure, skill, and adrenaline, has a rich and captivating history that dates

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A Beautiful Whitewater Paddling Testimonial by Roni Hoffman

We recently had a chance to sit down with the lovely, fierce, and adventurous, Roni Hoffman, and oh boy, was

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Amazing Women in Kayaking

Did you know that whitewater kayaking is the most male dominated paddle sport? In 2019, women made up 36% of the whitewater

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Canada’s History with Whitewater Canoeing

The Historical Importance of Canoeing  The canoe was essential to the First Nations for millennia, specifically here, in what is

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What Can You Learn From The River?

A Reflection By: Leanne Hennessy  In 2003, the late Ojibway Elder/Grandmother and founder of the Mother Earth Water Walkers Josephine

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A Sit Down with Willa Mason

I recently had a chance to chat with the lovely Willa Mason, one of our long-time staff here at Madawaska

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Essay Contest Winner!

What Can You Learn By Paddling a River? by Courtney Sinclair When I reflect on what I’ve learned by paddling

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5 star ratingLOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place!!!! I love this place and will keep going back. It's a beautiful spot, yummy food but most importantly the people are amazing and the instruction is top notch. They have a great approach and really tailor their instruction to your needs. They are amazing with kids. I truly cannot recommend this place enough. Just a wonderful gem of a place.
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Colleen H
5/21/2025
5 star ratingBetter than expected I was their first a white water canoe training camp for a all women expedition in Nahanni River this August. I have no experience, never camped nor canoed. The experience was amazing. The food was surprisingly amazing - farm to table , prepared with live and care. Staff were kind, patient and it showed they loved what they do. I returned confident, energized and appreciative of our nature. Simply gorgeous , safe setting . It is the Canadian experience
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5/30/2025
Wednesday November 27th

Early bird sale.

20% OFF

KAYAK AND CANOE PROGRAMS AT MKC

Please get in touch with us prior, so we can prepare your quote in advance.

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Must place deposit between 9am and 6pm EST November 27th to receive discount.

We cannot combine discounts.

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.