Nagagami River: Northern Ontario Wilderness Canoeing

Untamed, wild and remote, Northern Ontario's Nagagami River snakes its way through the vast boreal forest. One could paddle her waters for over a month, north to the Albany River and eventually the Arctic Ocean's James Bay. Leah and I set out to paddle over 110km of her waters, swollen, boiling and angry from the spring melt. It was a trying experience, but we sought a challenge and an unforgettable adventure. The Nagagami did not disappoint! Please subscribe to my channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/explorethebackcountry?sub_confirmation=1 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explorethebackcountry/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explorethebackcountry My website: https://www.explorethebackcountry.com/ Thanks for watching.

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Golden Rules of Canoeing | How to Stay Safe on the Water

Take your FREE online ACA Paddlesports safety course here: https://americancanoe.org/paddlesports-online-course/ The golden rules of canoeing are a set of rules that when followed, will allow you to paddle more efficiently and help keep you safe on the water. In this video, we look at choosing an appropriate paddling location, using the power of your torso and to prepare for the unexpected. Produced in partnership with the American Canoe Association: Improving the paddlesport experience for over a century: http://www.americancanoe.org/ Other paddling gear I use and recommend: NOTE: These are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you, but it's a great way to show your support. Thanks! KAYAKS I recommend Sea Eagle 380x: https://bit.ly/37jRbxP Sea Eagle 393rl: https://bit.ly/3mVOXbw Sea Eagle 385ft: https://bit.ly/3eYJ8H2 Tucktec: https://bit.ly/3mQnmcn Pakayak: https://pakayak.com/?uap_ref=ken Decathlon Itiwit: https://bit.ly/3Pk7bk9 Oru Kayak Inlet: https://bit.ly/3vpjxhS AquaGlide Chelan 120: https://bit.ly/3IRNde0 Advanced Elements Advanced Frame: https://bit.ly/3hJNpAl Star Rival Inflatable Kayak: https://bit.ly/3lipNno Isle Switch Hybrid SUP/Kayak: https://islesurfsup.sjv.io/5bJMJn Jackson Kayak Tupelo 12.5: https://bit.ly/3phR8aS Wilderness Systems Pungo 120: https://bit.ly/3E5BoOl Perception Pescador: https://bit.ly/3FPuWeK PADDLES Aqua Bound Manta Ray Carbon Paddle: https://bit.ly/3xHYpn7 Aqua Bound Tango Fibreglass Paddle: https://bit.ly/3iaGleJ Aqua Bound Whiskey Carbon Bent Shaft Paddle: https://bit.ly/3z1kiOH FOOTWEAR NRS Kicker Remix Shoe: https://bit.ly/36F1B6Y NRS Boundary Boot: https://bit.ly/2TaCMgl PADDLING SHIRTS / TOPS NRS Guide Long Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3yVID8j NRS Guide Short Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3dkDYaD NRS H2Core Silkweight Shirt: https://bit.ly/3xF43pX NRS H2Core Silkweight Long Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3yZGbO2 NRS Hydroskin Short Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3wCvoI3 NRS Riptide Splash Jacket: https://bit.ly/3BbAZZJ NRS Flux Dry Top: https://bit.ly/2U3Pvlw PFD’S NRS Odyssey PFD: https://bit.ly/3ibIk2n NRS Zen PFD: https://bit.ly/2VCfrF3 NRS Chinook PFD: https://bit.ly/2TaEAG9 OTHER PADDLING GEAR Zoleo Communicator: https://bit.ly/3zw7gw1 NRS Drylander Sprayskirt: https://bit.ly/36z5BG6 WRSI Current Helmet: https://bit.ly/2Te6KA6 PADDLING SHORTS/BOTTOMS NRS Benny Board Short: https://bit.ly/2VIbK0L NRS Hydroskin Shorts: https://bit.ly/3hCXPl2 SUNGLASSES WileyX: https://bit.ly/3NtJQKR FOLLOW KEN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoPaddle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paddle365/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gopaddle Blog: https://in4adventure.com MADE POSSIBLE with the Support of: Ontario Creates: https://www.ontariocreates.ca/ PRODUCED BY Heliconia: https://www.heliconia.ca Contact: info@heliconia.ca

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Wilderness camping and paddling with family and friends: Green River Reservoir, Vermont

Wilderness camping and paddling with family and friends "Everyone must do something. I believe I will go outdoors with family and friends" In early July I did two days of paddling and one night of tenting in the Green River Reservoir of northern Vermont. My companions were my adult son Tim; my two teenage grandchildren (son Shaun and wife Christine's children); my friend Dundee and his adult son Paul; and Paul's two teenage boys and ten year old daughter. Our transportation was three kayaks and three canoes. The blog and below 25 minute videos speak for themselves, but briefly: • I used the http://www.vtstateparks.com/htm/grriver.htm web site to identify our preferred site and place to make reservations. • The nine of us in three cars had a two plus hour trip from Sunapee, NH • Access to the Green River Reservoir is only through the Park Ranger Station • We had a half hour paddle to our chosen camp site #25 • We had intermitted rain throughout the first day, BUT this is no way hindered our wonderful family and friends trip. • Paul was our menu planner and Chef. He has been our Chef on prior trips (Minnesota-Canadian Boundary Waters, and is top notch. (Paddling the Waters of Quetico Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada http://outdooradventurers.blogspot.com/2011/09/paddling-boundary-waters-of-minnesota.html) • We had three tents and a large camp tarp on site #25. • When the early afternoon rain came, we announced we had no matches. We decided to see if we could start a fire with flint and steel -- and each of us took a turn at this task. You will see this memorable teaching moment in the videos. • This is a magnificent lake to swim with clear and deep water. The surrounding cliffs leave no shore lines -- so a person really must be a swimmer to swim here. All nine of us were experienced swimmers. • NEVER jump into water without first checking for rocks, depths and dangerous obstacles. See the blog and video for our swimming and cliff jumping fun. • Paul made a marvelous macaroni, cheese, and meatball supper -- and a great McNestler egg-cheese-bacon-English muffin breakfast. • In the evening we went for a paddle around Big Island (we had stayed there on site #33 in 2012 Peak Foliage Paddling and Camping in the Green River Reservoir of Northern Vermont • http://outdooradventurers.blogspot.com/2012/10/peak-foliage-colors-paddling-and.html) • Wildlife is prominent in this area. We saw nesting loons, herons, beaver signs, and even moose scat. We were told eagles were there, but we saw none. No grandfather, father, or friend could have enjoyed a better time. Life is great! About Green River Reservoir Green River Reservoir became a state park in March 1999 when 5110 acres were purchased from the Morrisville Water and Light Department. This is not your typical Vermont State Park -- Green River Reservoir provides camping and paddling experiences in a remote setting. All campsites can only be reached by paddling to them - some are a 1 to 2-mile paddle from the launch site. The park will remain in its wild and undeveloped condition, with low-impact, compatible recreational use allowed on and around the Reservoir. Management activities will be only those necessary to maintain the property's character, protect the environment and critical resources, demonstrate sustainable forest and wildlife management, control excessive recreational use, and ensure high-quality outdoor experiences for visitors. The 653-acre Reservoir includes about 19 miles of shoreline, one of the longest stretches of undeveloped shorelines in Vermont. Access to the park is in the southern part of the Reservoir off of Green River Dam Road. The Reservoir is designated as a "quiet" lake under Vermont "Use of Public Waters Rules." Boats powered by electric motors up to 5 mph and human-powered watercraft (canoes, kayaks, etc.) are allowed. There are 28 remote campsites at various locations around the Reservoir. Camping is allowed only at designated campsites and can only be reached by boat. Each remote site has a maximum site occupancy based on the characteristics of the site. There is one designated group campsite that can accommodate up to 12 people. Some campsites are closed each season and rehabilitated due to overuse through the years. 25 minute video of Wilderness camping and paddling with family and friends: Green River Reservoir For those interested in more detail on our excursion click here.

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Spirit of the Spey canoeing / whisky tasting experience

Luxury open-canoe journeys on Scotland’s whisky-river the majestic River Spey ~ of 2 to 5 days duration. A unique opportunity for the discerning visitor to experience the very best of Speyside ~ including the culture, heritage, wildlife, social and natural history of the Spey ~ led and guided by Spey-Specialist, Dave Craig. Includes exclusive, (after canoeing!) tutored whisky tastings, as well as distillery tours as appropriate. En route guests stay in some of Speyside’s most comfortable hotels ~ with excellent cuisine (all meals) provided. 'Spirit of the Spey' ~ feel it on the river ~ taste it in the whisky ~ hold it in your heart AUTHENTIC ~ LUXURY ~ SPEYSIDE ~ CANOE/WHISKY EXPERIENCES ~ ADVENTURE TOURISM AT ITS VERY BEST Prices Classic Spey Journeys = from £220 per person, per day. Introductory/Coaching or Corporate Days’ available. Please visit the website for further information ~ http://www.spiritofthespey.co.uk

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River Spey Descent (Full Film of the journey)

Contact Beyond adventure at http://www.beyondadventure.co.uk or http://www.wildernessscotland.com This film follows a team for four days paddling as they make their way through the beautiful Strathspey area. The Spey descent is the classic Scottish river descent, culminating in fantastic views out to sea at Spey Bay, possibly paddling alongside seals that have entered the mouth of the river and observing dolphins in the bay. This open canoe trip usually begins on the river in Aviemore, where any necessary skills coaching takes place before beginning the river journey to the sea. Being a large river, the Spey valley carries both road and rail routes and whilst for most of the trip we will not notice them, this is not a wilderness trip in the true sense of the word..

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The Cahaba River

Alabama residents of all walks of life share their memories and connection to the Cahaba River. Smithsonian Magazine recently heralded the Cahaba as one of the most biologically rich rivers in the nation. As the river gains fame, residents wonder if the river will maintain this status. Many threats face the river and its unique aquatic life. To find out more about the Cahaba visit: http://www.cahabariversociety.org Music provided by Cat Porter: https://itunes.apple.com/album/the-long-haul/id528623072?v0=9988&ign-mpt=uo%3D1

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Moon River Canoe launch built on banks of Alabama's Cahaba River

The Alabama Power Foundation has joined the nonprofit Freshwater Land Trust, the cities of Leeds and Irondale, and conservation and economic development organizations to build the Moon River Canoe Launch on the banks of the Cahaba River. The Cahaba River is Alabama’s longest stretch of free-flowing river, a drinking water source for the Birmingham area, and a hotspot of biological diversity. The Cahaba Blueway is expected to provide public access sites for recreation.

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