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All About Us and Other Stuff
This is the place where you can find out about our questionable choices and maybe some interesting factoids about canoeing, camping, and maybe yoursefl.
Paddling
Who We Are and Our Trips Over the Years
his is a journey of 4 guys that started back when we were kids. Although the group has grown and changed over the years, this is the spot where we are putting the canoeing and camping records in place about our trips.
Feb 65 min read
The Meanest Link - Canoeing Algonquin Park
The Meanest Link was created for the legend of the "Mean Dude" is woven into the very fabric of this route. The journey is a deliberate tribute to Bill Swift Sr., better known as "Swifty," a founder of Algonquin Outfitters. While he was a titan of the park, his rough-around-the-edges persona earned him the nickname "The Meanest." In 2004, Alex Hurley and Gordon Baker decided to honor that legacy by designing a route that was every bit as tough as the man himself—it wasn't j
Feb 42 min read
Wilderness First Aid and Rescue Tactics
The Reality of Remote Preparedness Wilderness survival is a discipline of rigorous anticipation rather than a reliance on fortune. Statistics provided by Transport Canada reveal that approximately 90% of people who drown in recreational boating incidents are not wearing a lifejacket or personal flotation device. This stark reality proves that survival in remote environments is a direct consequence of the safety measures implemented before an incident occurs. The First Aid Kit
Jan 313 min read
Canoeing Adventures in Algonquin Provincial Park
A Foundation of Bushcraft Our journey didn't start in the deep interior; it began in Scouts Canada. That’s where we learned the essentials of moving through the bush without fighting it. We built a sense of community that has lasted a lifetime. Those early weekends taught us bushcraft and how to rely on one another—skills that transformed Algonquin from just a park into our "proving ground." The Magic of the Stillness There is a specific clarity and simplicity that comes with
Jan 234 min read
Meals on Trip
These sources provide a comprehensive guide to backcountry nutrition , focusing on efficient meal planning for backpacking and canoe expeditions . They emphasize the use of dehydrated and freeze-dried foods to maximize caloric density while minimizing pack weight and volume. This details various preparation methods, including traditional stove cooking , freezer bag meals , and cold soaking , which involves rehydrating food in ambient water to save time and fuel. You ca
Jan 131 min read
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