The Apostle Islands on Lake Superior are heralded as a world-class location for sea kayaking, and with good reason. A unique mix of wilderness, ancient geology and a rich natural and cultural history, lends itself to an exceptional paddling experience. We will kayak open waters, view lighthouses, tour remote islands, and paddle through sea caves.
We will enjoy a guided kayaking tour through Living Adventure Inc. http://www.livingadventure.com
WHEN:
We will depart Coralville on Wednesday July 19th and travel to Bayfield, WI where we will camp over night on the shore of Lake Superior at Little Sand Campground. We will get up early on July 20th and head to Living Adventure for orientation and training. Once, we have been properly trained and outfitted we will depart from there on our guided tour of the Apostle Islands. We will paddle back in on July 23rd. We will then most likely drive part way home and complete the trip home on July 24th.
PADDLING ITINERARY:
We have a great kayaking itinerary.
Day 1: Paddle from Bayfield to Oak Island for the first night...a beautiful sand spit on the south side of the island.
Day 2: Paddle by Raspberry, probably Otter and then on to Rocky Island for the night and basecamp there
Day 3: Depending on weather, may get out for a circumnavigation of Devil's Island (Lighthouse); otherwise lots of other great choices for the day including Bear Island and then back to Rocky Island
Day 4: Paddle into Little Sand Bay via Sand Island sea caves, lighthouse
COST:
The estimated cost for this trip will be $650* dependent upon finalization of travel costs. Final costs will be worked out when travel details have been confirmed. This total includes all food for the kayaking portion of the trip, dinner upon our return to mainland, and breakfasts. This does not include fast food meals traveling to and from our destination and spending money.. Please plan to send money for at least two fast food lunches, and snacks as you see fit.
REQUIREMENTS:
In order to participate in this trip. Youth must be at least 14 years of age and must pass the BSA swim test as a full swimmer. We will need to have formal swim testing of all participants. You will be considered registered when the online form has been filled out below and payment made. Priority will be given to registered members of our crew followed by other family members who are 14 years old or greater. A maximum crew size of 12 has been recommended by living adventure.
All participants must complete parts A, B, and C of the BSA Healthform
All participants must complete the Living Adventure Liability Waiver
All participants must complete the Living Adventure Healthform
Participant Packing List
Crew Gear List
DEADLINE:
Deadline for Crew Member Registration before opening to other family members: March 23rd
No refunds after deadline unless another crew member/adult takes your place. Please only sign up if you are committed.
REGISTRATION:
To Register Click on the Link Below:
https://tinyurl.com/Crew2016ApostleIslands