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Tour S9: Sibley-Rossport, Lake Superior, 7 Days 120 km, (75 mi.)
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" If you know the dates of the Sibley to Rossport trip, could you please e-mail them to me. That was such a fantastic trip two years ago that I'd like to do it again. "
Lee Bjerke, Madison, WI
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This sea kayak tour is designed for the experienced sea kayaker with a taste for adventure and independence.
You will be guided through this remote wilderness archipelago
of northern Lake Superior: home to wolf, deer and moose, this area is road-less, and accessible only by water craft. Designated to become a National Marine Park, the Black Bay Peninsula and offshore islands is a sea kayaking paradise.
As long as you are willing to provide your own meals, just meet us at the Rossport campground and we take care of the shuttles, permits, guiding and camping equipment. Bring your own kayak and deduct $20/day.
"Thank you for the wonderful trip. It surpassed all my greatest expectations.
I will recommend it and your service to any kayakers I know (and canoeists!). "
Chris Viegut, Marshfield, WI
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Dates:
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TBA
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Departure:
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Provincial Park, Rossport Ont.
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Price:
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TBA CDN(taxes included)
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Level:
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Intermediate
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Note:
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Meals not included; deduct $20 CDN/day if you provide own kayak.
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Trip Itinerary
The trip begins at the town or Rossport, approximately 490 km west of Sault Ste. Marie on the Trans Canada Hwy (Hwy 17). Camping is available the night prior to the tour at the Rainbow Falls/Rossport Provincial Park, just a mile east of Rossport on Hwy 17. There is excellent accommodation nearby at the Rossport Inn (Toll Free: 1-877-824-4032).
Note: meals are not provided on this tour. A suggested food list is shown below. We supply stoves and cookware. You must supply sleeping bag and clothing (see equipment list).
Day 1 (21 km): At 8:00 a.m. we assemble at Rossport Provincial Park campground. We will then transport everyone to Squaw Bay on the Sibley Peninsula. Personal vehicles will be left at Rossport public parking lot. Safety procedures will be reviewed before departure; however, as this tour is for the intermediate paddler, you must already know and be capable of doing the rescues. After packing the kayaks, we paddle to Magnet Point on the Black Bay Peninsula, passing by spectacular flat top mountains or cuestas. We camp at Island 10 adjacent to Shaganawsh Is.
Day 2 (26 km): We paddle from Island 10 through the island chain to Spain and Bordeau Islands for a lunch break, and continue into Loon Harbour for our overnight stay.
Day 3 (18 km): If time permits we paddle to the far end of Otter Cove to view the waterfall. We continue to Spar Island where we camp (or Lunch at the north end.)
Day 4 (18 km) We will make the crossing to Flour Island, which has a spectacular view of Nipigon Channel, then on to Newash Point. We continue our sea kayaking adventure along the coast north km to Paradise Island or the CPR camp.
Day 5 (21 km): Paddle through to St. Joseph's Islands where we will set up camp. There are beautiful pebble beaches in this area ("daisy"stones), as well as a chance to find amethyst in the black lava.
Day 6 (16 km): We cross to Simpson Island, passing some pretty coves and unique columnar basalt. There is excellent fishing in the lakes on Simpson Island.
Day 7 (11 km): Simpson Island to Rossport. There are numerous channels that we can follow, with many good rest areas. Your guided sea kayak adventure tour in northern Ontario will end at 3:00 p.m.
Equipment
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EQUIPMENT YOU SUPPLY FOR WILDERNESS CAMPING TRIPS
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. Minimum of: warm jacket (i.e., for fall conditions) or windbreaker with pile/fleece (e.g. Polartec) liner or wool sweater, two long-sleeved shirts, two t-shirts (one of each for day-trips), two pairs of warm wool or synthetic socks, one pair of pants, shorts, swim suit, undergarments, rain suit, hiking boots, 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. Optional: Hand-held sighting compass
Note: Paddling clothes should be synthetic, or with minimal cotton.
Personal Gear: Sleeping bag, sunscreen, chap stick, bug dope, toilet paper, matches or lighter, small flashlight or headlamp, toothpaste, soap, etc. water bottle
Camping Gear: On overnight camping trips you must supply a sleeping bag (the sleeping bag should be made of compressible material).
Other: Clothing and food will be stowed in sealed bulkhead compartments, but you must also store clothes in waterproof bags. Many small bags are better than a few large bags. A package of freezer grade, large ziplok bags (10.5 in x 11 in) are excellent for most clothing (bring an extra package in case some rip. We provide two large dry bags for your sleeping bag and bulky clothing, and smaller dry bags as required.
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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.
Please indicate your lifejacket size and wet suit size when you send deposit or trip balance.
Camping Equipment: One tent for each couple or individual, thermarest, camp grill, coffee pot, water purifier, 19 ft. shelter tarp, camp saw, cook stoves, fuel, camp cookery, dishes, two large dry bags for your sleeping bag and bulky clothing, and smaller dry bags as required.
Safety Equipment: First aid kit, marine radio, compass, tow line.
Basic Training: includes: packing the kayak, paddle strokes, wet exit and T-rescue.
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.
Vehicle Shuttle, Permits: Back-country permits and shuttle are included.
Meals: are not provided. You must pack your own food and cook for yourself (we provide stoves, pots, fuel, etc.). See a typical food list below.
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For tours where meals are not provided, the following is a suggested food list
Most food can be stored in ziplok freezer bags. Double bag items by inserting smaller ziplok bags within larger ziplok bags. Double bag all meats. We pack out all cans and containers.
Some bulky and heavy foods are okay, but dried foods and high energy foods are preferable. Pre-frozen meats will last several days on the bottom of a kayak and preserved meats should last three days. Plan to eat the frozen meats on the first two days. A freezer-pack may extend the range.
Some vegetables and fruits (e.g., carrots, potatoes, onions, lettuce, oranges, and apples) are acceptable for a day or two. Rice mixes, packaged pasta mixes, etc. take up the least space. You should plan a dinner or two with this type of food.
In addition, bring some snack foods (e.g. power bars, trail mix) that you can keep in a ziplok bag on deck.
The following are examples of the types of foods/meals that are suitable.
Breakfast
Hot cereal, with powdered milk or small containers of condensed canned milk; pancakes, maple syrup, even scrambled eggs (premixed in a leak proof tupperware type container) and sausages; oranges, orange juice (crystals), toast and jam. Butter is best from squeezable containers. Bring some oil for the pancakes but make sure you have a leak proof container - test it out upside down overnight.
Lunch
Power bars, trail mixes, dried fruit, peanut butter, preserved luncheon meats, pepperoni, cheese, wafers, carrot sticks, celery sticks, packaged soup, tea or coffee. Pita bread stores well in a kayak.
Dinner
Steak with potatoes (pre-microwave for rapid cooking), onions, salad, buns, coffee; chili (pre-frozen) with salad, rice; pasta with meat sauce (pre-frozen), grated cheese; tacos; frozen lasagna.
Other
mustard, ketchup, sugar, salt, pepper, spices (pkgs. or small containers)
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Local Weather
Discounts!
- 10% - Book Prior to Feb. 1
- 10% - Former Client
- 15% - Groups >5
- (discounts not additive)
- $20/day - Your Canoe/Kayak
Meet us at:
Quiet Waters Symposium
East Lansing, MI
March 1, 2008!
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