River Roots Junior: A youth leadership whitewater expedition
Program Overview
Take your paddling and leadership skills to the next level on our 29-day expedition down the legendary Missinaibi River, a Canadian Heritage River. Over 530 km you’ll navigate thrilling rapids, paddle through pristine wilderness, and experience breathtaking waterfalls along the way. Expect big days on the river, hands-on learning, and meaningful leadership challenges that build confidence, resilie...
Take your paddling and leadership skills to the next level on our 29-day expedition down the legendary Missinaibi River, a Canadian Heritage River. Over 530 km you’ll navigate thrilling rapids, paddle through pristine wilderness, and experience breathtaking waterfalls along the way. Expect big days on the river, hands-on learning, and meaningful leadership challenges that build confidence, resilience, and teamwork.
This immersive program is designed for dedicated young paddlers between the ages of 15-17 years old, who want to develop advanced tripping skills, gain leadership experience, and earn certifications such as Canoe Tripping and Intro to Moving Water Canoeing.
As the journey concludes in Moose Factory, participants will spend time engaging with local community members, learning a...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Rafting
- Experiential Learning
- Outdoor Education
Updated Dec 2, 2025
Program Details
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Locations
- Huntsville, Canada
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
Accommodation Options
- Other
Application Procedures
- Other
Age Requirement
14-17
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
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