Tour S5: Superior Meanderings
5 days, 50 km (30 mi)

New for 2010, this relaxing sea kayak tour is ideal for those of all sea kayaking skill levels who want the majesty of Lake Superior but the comfort of lodge accommodation. We have combined a five night stay at beautiful Salzburgerhof resort on Lake Superior, with a half day of instruction and three day-trips along the coast of Lake Superior. A day is set aside for just plain relaxation

Families with children too young to sea kayak can be accommodated as parents can alternate days of paddling (in which case only one person would be charged for the tour, plus additional occupancy cost).

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Itinerary

You arrive at the resort Sunday evening to be greeted by the Elzigan Family, owners of SalzburgerHof, and settle in to your accommodations. There is an excellent restaurant on the facilities. Of course, those who have chosen a housekeeping unit can prepare their own meals.

• Day 1 (3 km): At 1:00 p.m. we assemble at Salzburger Hof Resort where you will be transported to Batchawana Bay for a half day of sea kayak instruction
• Day 2 (16 km): After breakfast, (8:45 am) we load into the van to begin our Batchawana Bay trip, to return by 5:30 p.m. to the resort
• Day 3 (0 km): Rest Day. Time for a bit of relaxation at the Resort after your first full day of paddling
• Day 4 (16 km): We depart (8:45 a.m.) to paddle from Mica Bay to Alona Bay, a very scenic section of Lake Superior
• Day 5(12 km): We depart (8:45 a.m.) for Lake Superior Provincial Park to paddle to the pictographs.

EQUIPMENT YOU SUPPLY

Clothing: It may appear from the following list that you will be preparing for an arctic adventure! However, these clothes should keep you comfortable under poor weather conditions: warm jacket (i.e., for fall conditions) or windbreaker with pile/fleece (e.g. Polartec) liner or wool sweater, long-sleeved shirt, t-shirt, warm wool or synthetic socks, one pair of pants, shorts, swim suit, undergarments, small towel.

Paddling gear: Cap, sun glasses, paddling jacket (synthetic windbreaker or rain-suit, preferably with elasticized cuffs), short pants of synthetic material, neoprene booties or water sandals (e.g. Tevas) or running shoes, synthetic long underwear (top and bottom), plastic water bottle, head strap for glasses. A "Farmer John/Jane" wet suit will be supplied by Caribou Expeditions; however, to guarantee a good fit, a wet-suit can be purchased at many outdoor stores.

Note: Paddling clothes should be synthetic, or with minimal cotton.

Personal Gear: Sunscreen, chap stick, bug dope, toilet paper, matches or lighter, soap, etc. On day trips, we will have enough "river" bags to accommodate most clothing, but bring ziplok bags for snacks and small articles.

EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES SUPPLIED BY CARIBOU EXPEDITIONS

Kayak and Accessories: Single person kayaks (Necky), and doubles (Current Designs Libra XT). Paddlers will be expected to trade-off singles for doubles throughout the trip. Each kayak comes with: sponge, paddle and spare, boat pump, whistle, spray skirt, poggies or neoprene gloves, personal flotation device (lifejacket). Wet suits are provided where water temperature falls below 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Accessories: Waterproof dry bags for clothing.

Safety Equipment: First aid kit, marine radio, compass, tow line.

Basic Training: A three hour training session, demonstrating basic paddle strokes, wet exit, and re-entry.

Experienced Guide:
One guide per six clients. Your guides are experienced sea kayakers with training from the B.C.U. (British Canoe Union), C.P.R. and Wilderness First Aid. As well, your guides are experienced outdoors people who will help identify and interpret the flora, fauna and geology around you.

Meals: Lunch is provided. Please notify us of dietary restrictions.