Wisconsin River Kayak & Camp

Event Info

Kayaking is a great way to experience the beauty of nature up close, so we selected one of the most scenic parts of the Wisconsin River for this 3-day trip. The section of water we will paddle will be determined closer to the date of the event. You should anticipate paddling anywhere from 4-5 hours a day. Mileage will vary depending on the amount of time we spend on the river.  This long, dam-free stretch of the river is home to deer, otters, beavers, turtles, sandhill cranes, eagles, herons, and hawks. After paddling for 4-5 hours on Friday and Saturday, we'll settle in on sandbar islands to camp both nights, relive our day and fall asleep to the sounds of nature. On Sunday, we will paddle to our takeout. We should be off the water by noon. We invite beginner and more experienced kayakers to join us for a memorable Lower Wisconsin getaway.

Tickets

There are 3 ticket options available for this trip, as well as gear rental and food packages.

1. Admission w/kayak rental (Single person kayak)-$276.50. This ticket option includes transportation from a predetermined pickup point, or you can meet us at a take-out point and we will shuttle you to the starting point. A 9.5-foot kayak, life vest, paddle, anchor, and (2) ten-liter dry bags to store your gear. If you choose to meet us at the event we will contact you to discuss our takeout point.
2. Admission w/kayak rental (Tandem)-$266.50. This ticket option includes transportation from a predetermined pickup point, or you can meet us at a take-out point and we will shuttle you to the starting point. A 14.5 tandem (2-person) kayak, life vest, paddle, and (2) ten-liter dry bags to store your gear. If you choose to meet us at the event we will contact you to discuss our takeout point.
3. Admission w/o kayak rental-$225.50. This ticket option includes transportation for you, your kayak, and your gear from a predetermined pickup point or the takeout point.
4. Rental Gear-$175. Includes the following: sleeping pad, sleeping bag, tent, stove w/fuel, long-handled spoon, trowel, water filter, headlamp, and (2) ten-liter dry bags.
5. Meal Packages-$40 per day. This package includes everything you will need for 1 day including breakfast bars/breakfast meal, protein/energy/meal replacement bars, jerky, nuts, lunch meal, dehydrated backpacking meal, and a dessert. You will have to select 1 meal package for the appropriate amount of days required. 

Transportation

We will depart from Huntley, IL on Friday morning, picking up clients as needed along the way. Carpooling options will be available along our route, and as always, there is no additional cost when meeting us at one of the predetermined parks and Rides. If you are unsure if you are along our route, please contact us prior to signing up. We will be returning to Huntley on Sunday afternoon.

Required Gear

-Sleeping bag

-Sleeping pad

-Tent

-Stove w/fuel & Cookware

-Trowel

-Appropriate footwear (water shoes or sandals)

-Water filter-50' of paracord (minimum)

-Individual First Aid Kit

-Headlamp (spare batteries)

-Rain Gear (poncho, Frog Toggs, rain suit)

-Toiletry Kit

-Fire starting kit

-Small knife

-Spare set of clothing

-Spare set of socks x 2

-Appropriate backpacking meals for the length of the event

-Emergency blanket

-Hydration system or water bottles

-Whistle

-Quick Dry towel

-Biodegradable soap

-Personal Medications

-Base layer (during inclement weather)

-Camp shoes (Crocs or similar

-Insect repellent

-Earplugs

-Hat

Rental Gear 

Gear rental includes the following

-(3) 10 Liter dry bags

-River Country Products 1 or 2-person tent

-North Face, Eureka, or Kelty Sleeping bag

-Thermarest sleeping pad

-Stuff sack sleeping pillow

-Jetboil Flash backpacking stove w/fuel

-Sawyer water filter

-Trowel

-Headlamp

-Trekking Poles (used for tent set up)

-Dry Bag for food storage

Safety

All True North staff are certified in First Aid/CPR and every one of our events is led by a guide who is a paramedic/Wilderness First Aid instructor. Guides are experienced in wilderness and outdoor travel and are equipped with GPS and well as satellite phones when needed.

True North Expeditions, Inc. reserves the right to substitute the events listed in the description above in the event of inclement weather, availability, or other uncontrollable events.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds will be issued for cancellations 14 days or less from the date of the event. All other cancellations are subject to a 50% service fee. A refund will be issued in the form of a check, or the original payment method. Please allow 5-7 business days for processing, we will notify you when the refund has been issued.

True North Expeditions, Inc. reserves the right to substitute the events listed in the description above in the event of inclement weather, availability, or other uncontrollable events. Additional information will be emailed to you after registering.