Quick Details
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$899
5 Days. More River Time. More Confidence.
Ready for more than a two-day course? The Whitewater Canoe Immersion is designed for beginner and novice whitewater canoeists who want more time to practice, refine their skills and experience real river running. You’ll spend the week building skills at Palmer Rapids before taking them onto the Middle and Lower Madawaska.
2027 Dates
May 17–21 · June 14–19 · July 26–30 · August 16–20 · September 13–17
What You’ll Learn
Build the skills and confidence to paddle Class II whitewater, including:
- Boat control: strokes, balance, ferrying and eddy turns
- River skills: reading, scouting and choosing safe lines
- Safety: swimming, self-rescue and rescue techniques
- Teamwork: communication, decision-making and river logistics
Your Week At A Glance
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Build your foundation and refine your skills at Palmer Rapids.
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Morning training at Palmer Rapids, followed by an afternoon on the Middle Madawaska.
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Full-day Lower Madawaska river trip.
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A final river session based on water levels, conditions and group progression.
What You’ll Leave With
By the end of the week, you’ll have:
✅CLASS II SKILLS
for reading and running whitewater
✅REAL RIVER EXPERIENCE
on unique sections of the Madawaska
✅BETTER JUDGEMENT
for making decisions in moving water
✅REFINED TECHNIQUE
in strokes, boat control and maneuvers
✅MORE CONFIDENCE
working as a tandem team on the river
Who Is It For?
This course is a great fit for beginner and novice whitewater canoeists looking to take their skills further.
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- Ages 16+
- Ability to swim 50 m wearing a PFD
- Ability to lift approximately 35 lbs
- Modest level of physical fitness
- Comfortable spending multiple days on the water
- Previous whitewater experience is helpful, but not required.
- Perfect for experienced flatwater canoeing looking to level up.
What’s Included?
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✓ 5 days of professional instruction
✓ Approximately 30 hours on the water
✓ Whitewater safety and risk management
✓ River-running instruction
✓ Local river knowledge
✓ Transportation and river shuttles
✓ River-trip logistics -
× Canoe and paddling equipment
× Personal paddling clothing
× Meals
× Accommodation
× Personal camping gear
Equipment rentals, lunch and on-site camping are available as optional add-ons.
Make It A Full Week!
Camping is available on-site, or you’re welcome to book a room at a nearby accommodation.
Questions?
Not sure if this course is the right fit for you?
Give us a call or send us an email. We’re happy to help you figure out where this course fits into your paddling journey.