Paddling Adventures for Women

Canoe Camping Trip for Women
(Floodwood & Fish Creek Ponds)  

Hornbeck solo canoes, waterside camping, wildlife viewing, swimming, hiking trails nearby

Monday - Wednesday, July 26 - 28, 2010 

We invite you to join us for a few days of exploration and meandering through the Saranac Lake Wild Forest area.  This area is comprised of a variety of glacial ponds, each with their own character, a couple of quiet creeks, some loons and other wildlife.  Short portage trails connect the ponds making for a variety of paddling options.  Swimming and hiking are other activities that can be enjoyed with this experience.  We provide the perfect boats for exploring this area, the lightest boats in the woods actually at 12-16 lbs.  They are fun to paddle and easy to portage... making the many ponds in this area much easier to explore! 

The trip plan... We will meet in Tupper Lake (at our Raquette River location) Monday morning (9:00 AM) to pack for the trip.  Hornbeck solo canoes, paddling gear, light weight camping gear (*excluding sleeping bag), cooking gear and meals (Mon. lunch - Wed. lunch) are provided for this guided outing.  Anyone interested in arriving Sunday evening or staying Wednesday night after the paddle are welcome to do so.  Just let us know so we can send you more information regarding such. 

After packing our gear Monday morning, we're planning to head to the put-in (about a 15-25 minute ride depending on where we decide to launch.)  Our plan is to seek a nice base camp location, set up our campsite, then take "day trips" from there.  We have plenty of places to explore in this area.  We expect to see loons and other wildlife as we paddle throughout the week.  You'll want a pair of binoculars and a camera for sure!!

Plan to arrive back at our home-base location in Tupper Lake mid-afternoon on Wednesday.  Those interested in spending the night camping at our place on the Raquette River are welcome.  Contact us for more information about this camping option or about lodging possibilities in the area.   

We provide Hornbeck solo canoes, paddling gear, lodging & group meals (Mon. lunch - Wed. lunch) for this guided paddle adventure.  Beginning paddlers, as well as those with canoe or kayak paddling experience, will enjoy this trip.  First timers are very successful with our canoes!  Not familiar with Hornbeck canoes?  Visit Hornbeck Boats online.  They are awesome boats, are paddled like a kayak and weigh 12-16 lbs.  A real treat to paddle! 

Package price: $450/person
Group minimum: 2  Group maximum: 4
NOTE:  Our tents are roomy & comfortable for two people.  Solo tents may be available for an extra charge of $30.  Contact us for availability.  *Sleeping bags can be provided, if necessary, for an additional fee.

Driving directions to our meeting location, a recommended clothing & gear list, a medical form and release of liability waiver, along with other information to help you prepare for the weekend will be provided once payment is received.  Reservations are confirmed when payment is received.

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Women's Spring Paddle Weekend
Lodging, meals & day trips in the Tupper Lake area  

Hornbeck solo canoe day trips, spring wildlife, group lodging & meals overlooking beautiful Big Tupper Lake

Friday - Sunday, May 20-22, 2011 

The Adirondacks "spring back to life" in May!  New leaves emerge, wildlife returns and the bugs haven't arrived yet!  We invite you to join us for a weekend of female fellowship and adventure.  Each day we will visit a new area within a short drive from Tupper Lake.  The water levels tend to be higher this time of year so we may be able to explore places we are not always able to get to during the summer season.  The Adirondack woods & waters are alive this time of year with the sights and sounds the mating season brings.   

The weekend plan...  We will meet in Tupper Lake Friday morning (9:00 AM).  After meeting & greeting our "group mates" we will head to our put-in for our first day's paddle.  There will be a brief period of instruction & practice with the Hornbeck Boats before we set out for our paddle.  We plan to be off the water about 3:00 PM.  We will then check-in at the motel, clean up & relax some before dinner.  We will depart for Saturday's paddle after breakfast.  Sunday's paddle will be a bit shorter so people can head home by mid-afternoon. 

We provide Hornbeck solo canoes, paddling gear, lodging & group meals (Fri. lunch - Sun. lunch) for this guided adventure weekend.  Beginning paddlers, as well as those with canoe or kayak paddling experience, will enjoy this trip.  First timers are very successful with our canoes!  Not familiar with Hornbeck canoes?  Visit Hornbeck Boats online.  They are awesome boats, are paddled like a kayak and weigh 12-16 lbs.  A real treat to paddle! 

Day trippers are welcome to join us one or more days. We also have a 2-day weekend package rate for those who would like a shorter weekend experience.  Contact us for more information about these weekend opportunities.  

Package prices:
3-day package: $480/person (Fri-Sun)
2-day package: $320/person (choose Fri & Sat OR Sat & Sun)
Please note: Package prices are based on double occupancy. Single room requests may be available for an additional $80.
Day trippers: $100/person/day includes Hornbeck Boat & paddling gear. $85/person if you bring your own boat & paddling gear.
Group minimum: 2  Group maximum: 6
NOTE:  The package prices are based on double occupancy.  Rooms have 2 full size beds and a small refrigerator.  Private rooms may be available for an additional $70.  Contact us for availability.

Driving directions to our meeting location, a recommended clothing & gear list, a medical form and release of liability waiver, along with other information to help you prepare for the weekend will be provided once payment is received.  Reservations are confirmed when payment is received.

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