BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Uncommon Adventures - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Uncommon Adventures REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20250421T194953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T203412Z UID:4646-1775865600-1776556799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip DESCRIPTION:Costa Rica Anyone? Pura Vida!\nThis multi-sport adventure is built to suit each group of travelers. We start out with a basic structure that we can build around of some surf play\, whitewater adventure and hiking. We can add in visits to spice and coffee farms\, scuba diving\, sport fishing\, canyoneering…the options are nearly endless. In short\, this is a curated\, bespoke kind of program. No two are alike. \nOur local partner in this program is Costa Rica Explorers\, co-owned by Jake Weigandt\, who also works with us in our Great Lakes programs. Designed to give you an authentic Costa Rican Pura Vida experience\, it is based in the Pacific coastal surf town of Dominical. You’ll wake up to birdcalls\, the sounds of Howler and Whiteface monkeys\, and the low thump of surf down on the beach below your porch. Some days\, we’ll be off early to an adventure\, but we’ll also have a fair bit of non-structured time planned in so you can wander on the sand\, sit in the shade under an almond tree or rent a boogie board and go get tired in a good way. \nMeals are mixed between our lodging location (La Parcela…great restaurant)\, some free range in Dominical and some fun ones while out on adventure\, all fresh and Tico style. \nWe will pay for 3 days of activities\, others are on your own. Activities that are included are whitewater rafting\, a waterfall tour\, and a surf lesson. Tours to a spice and chocolate farm\, wildlife hikes\, snorkeling trips\, canyoneering\, waterfall hikes\, fishing trips can all be arranged for you for your free-range days with advance notice at extra cost\, which is variable depending on options. You’ll find that want some free time built in. \nWe specialize in small group travel. This trip needs a minimum of 6 people with a maximum of 8. Families are welcome – please contact us. \n\nSample Itinerary for the Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip\nDay 1 (Saturday)\nArrival Day. Overnight in San Jose\, hotel included. \nDay 2\nMorning transfer to Dominical (4 hours)\, settle in\, bliss out. \nDay 3\nRelaxing morning with an intro surf lesson with some afternoon free time \nDay 4\nHead up one of the river canyons for some rafting\, IK\, or small paddle rafts \nDays 5-7\nWaterfall hiking\, visits to a coffee and spice finca\, birding trip\, Yoga session\, fishing (extra charge)\, diving (extra charge)\, too many options to list… including hanging out under a palm tree with a book or an ice cold beer. We flex to take advantage of the amazing natural resources and what you would like to do. We will build in one free day (likely Wednesday) to arrange an extra activity of choice if you like. \nDay 8 (Saturday)\nExit day return shuttle to San Jose. Overnight included in San Jose for flights on Sunday or your own adventure.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates for 2026\n\nApril 11 – 18\, 2026\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nLodging in San Jose the nights before pick up and before fly out (2 nights)\nVan transport to Dominical from San Jose and back to San Jose at the end of the trip\n6 Nights lodging in Dominical (Double or single occupancy available. Please only sign up for double occupancy if you are traveling with someone who will share your room.)\nMeals during planned activity days\n3 Days of planned activities\nMost local transportation\nExperienced local guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nGuide tips (US cash is good for local guides)\nRestaurant meals during San José transits\nMeals and activities during the free days\nAirfares to and from San Jose\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended – we recommend you look at World Nomads\, Allianz\, travel guard – and make sure it covers adventure sports)\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $1000 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $1000 deposit (assuming you book 90+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 90 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \nWhat registration option should I choose?\n\nJoining by yourself? Choose Single Occupancy\nJoining as a couple or with a friend? Choose Double Occupancy\nJoining by yourself but willing to share a room? Choose Double Occupancy but realize we will adjust the price to single occupancy if we can’t find you a roommate.\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nShopping for someone else? Buy a Gift Card! URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/costa-rica-multi-sport-trip-4/ LOCATION:Dominical\, Costa Rica CATEGORIES:Bucket List Trips,Costa Rica,Multi-day Trips,Paddling Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1401.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20250711T120602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T150532Z UID:4686-1775347200-1775951999@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Lower Keys House-Based Adventure Week 3 DESCRIPTION:Looking to escape that gap between winter and spring where the weather is uncertain for any outdoor activity? We have an app for that. Our lower Keys escape combines a comfortable canal front house rental with some fantastic fresh meals\, amazing water colors and superb weather. Outdoor activities include kayaking out our front door\, options to trailer to other launch points to explore further afield\, maybe some SUP time\, a trip to Bahia Honda’s amazing beach\, fishing the flats or a snorkel trip out to Looe Key. \nEach week is built around you. We’ll stock our trailer with your choice of kayaks before we leave Michigan or you can drive down with your own. If kayaking is your thing\, we have two high level instructors on hand with a maximum of 6 participants\, so if you are looking to level up on Leader Training\, work on your roll or navigation skills\, we can do that too. Want an ACA Instructor course or an update? We can make that happen too. Talk to us and let’s build it together. \nYou may be thinking that this is something you can do on your own\, but the 28-day rental minimums in Monroe county and the difficult backcountry access and unfamiliarity make that both difficult and unlikely. Joining a small group that knows the area\, with a great location and a legendary reputation for great food makes this a unique vacation option\, with great gear and a reasonable price. \n*Getting there: You can either drive down or we can pick you up at the Key West airport (45 minutes away). Flying into Miami and renting a car is also an option… 3 hour drive down. \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates for 2026\n\nMarch 8 – 14\, 2026\nMarch 22 – 28\, 2026\nApril 5 – 11\, 2026\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nDouble or single occupancy lodging (sign up for double only if traveling with a friend)\nAll meals based out of the house\nAirport transport from Key West\nSea kayaks\, SUP and other assorted water toys\nLogistical assistance\nExperienced local guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nGuide gratuity (5-10% suggested)\nRestaurant meals (likely two nights out)\nAirfares to and from Florida\nPowerboat rentals\nTransportation from Miami (if you decide to fly into Miami)\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended – we recommend you look at World Nomads\, Allianz\, travel guard – and make sure it covers adventure sports)\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 30+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 30 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \nWhat registration option should I choose?\n\nJoining by yourself? Choose Single Occupancy\nJoining as a couple or with a friend? Choose Double Occupancy\nJoining by yourself but willing to share a room? Choose Double Occupancy but realize we will adjust the price to single occupancy if we can’t find you a roommate.\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nShopping for someone else? Buy a Gift Card! URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/lower-keys-house-based-adventure-week-3-2/ LOCATION:Big Pine Key\, Big Pine Key\, FL\, 33043\, United States CATEGORIES:Florida Keys,Lodge Based,Southeastern US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2886.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260322 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20250421T191357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T001307Z UID:4637-1774137600-1774742399@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Lower Keys House-Based Adventure Week DESCRIPTION:Looking to escape that gap between winter and spring where the weather is uncertain for any outdoor activity? We have an app for that. Our lower Keys escape combines a comfortable canal front house rental with some fantastic fresh meals\, amazing water colors and superb weather. Outdoor activities include kayaking out our front door\, options to trailer to other launch points to explore further afield\, maybe some SUP time\, a trip to Bahia Honda’s amazing beach\, fishing the flats or a snorkel trip out to Looe Key. \nEach week is built around you. We’ll stock our trailer with your choice of kayaks before we leave Michigan or you can drive down with your own. If kayaking is your thing\, we have two high level instructors on hand with a maximum of 6 participants\, so if you are looking to level up on Leader Training\, work on your roll or navigation skills\, we can do that too. Want an ACA Instructor course or an update? We can make that happen too. Talk to us and let’s build it together. \nYou may be thinking that this is something you can do on your own\, but the 28-day rental minimums in Monroe county and the difficult backcountry access and unfamiliarity make that both difficult and unlikely. Joining a small group that knows the area\, with a great location and a legendary reputation for great food makes this a unique vacation option\, with great gear and a reasonable price. \n*Getting there: You can either drive down or we can pick you up at the Key West airport (45 minutes away). Flying into Miami and renting a car is also an option… 3 hour drive down. \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates for 2026\n\nMarch 8 – 14\, 2026\nMarch 22 – 28\, 2026\nApril 5 – 11\, 2026\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nDouble or single occupancy lodging (sign up for double only if traveling with a friend)\nAll meals based out of the house\nAirport transport from Key West\nSea kayaks\, SUP and other assorted water toys\nLogistical assistance\nExperienced local guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nGuide gratuity (5-10% suggested)\nRestaurant meals (likely two nights out)\nAirfares to and from Florida\nPowerboat rentals\nTransportation from Miami (if you decide to fly into Miami)\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended – we recommend you look at World Nomads\, Allianz\, travel guard – and make sure it covers adventure sports)\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 30+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 30 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \nWhat registration option should I choose?\n\nJoining by yourself? Choose Single Occupancy\nJoining as a couple or with a friend? Choose Double Occupancy\nJoining by yourself but willing to share a room? Choose Double Occupancy but realize we will adjust the price to single occupancy if we can’t find you a roommate.\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nShopping for someone else? Buy a Gift Card! URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/lower-keys-house-based-adventure-week-2/ LOCATION:Big Pine Key\, Big Pine Key\, FL\, 33043\, United States CATEGORIES:Florida Keys,Lodge Based,Southeastern US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2886.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20250421T190227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T001130Z UID:4617-1772928000-1773532799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Lower Keys House-Based Adventure Week DESCRIPTION:Looking to escape that gap between winter and spring where the weather is uncertain for any outdoor activity? We have an app for that. Our lower Keys escape combines a comfortable canal front house rental with some fantastic fresh meals\, amazing water colors and superb weather. Outdoor activities include kayaking out our front door\, options to trailer to other launch points to explore further afield\, maybe some SUP time\, a trip to Bahia Honda’s amazing beach\, fishing the flats or a snorkel trip out to Looe Key. \nEach week is built around you. We’ll stock our trailer with your choice of kayaks before we leave Michigan or you can drive down with your own. If kayaking is your thing\, we have two high level instructors on hand with a maximum of 6 participants\, so if you are looking to level up on Leader Training\, work on your roll or navigation skills\, we can do that too. Want an ACA Instructor course or an update? We can make that happen too. Talk to us and let’s build it together. \nYou may be thinking that this is something you can do on your own\, but the 28-day rental minimums in Monroe county and the difficult backcountry access and unfamiliarity make that both difficult and unlikely. Joining a small group that knows the area\, with a great location and a legendary reputation for great food makes this a unique vacation option\, with great gear and a reasonable price. \n*Getting there: You can either drive down or we can pick you up at the Key West airport (45 minutes away). Flying into Miami and renting a car is also an option… 3 hour drive down. \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates for 2026\n\nMarch 8 – 14\, 2026\nMarch 22 – 28\, 2026\nApril 5 – 11\, 2026\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nDouble or single occupancy lodging (sign up for double only if traveling with a friend)\nAll meals based out of the house\nAirport transport from Key West\nSea kayaks\, SUP and other assorted water toys\nLogistical assistance\nExperienced local guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nGuide gratuity (5-10% suggested)\nRestaurant meals (likely two nights out)\nAirfares to and from Florida\nPowerboat rentals\nTransportation from Miami (if you decide to fly into Miami)\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended – we recommend you look at World Nomads\, Allianz\, travel guard – and make sure it covers adventure sports)\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 30+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 30 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \nWhat registration option should I choose?\n\nJoining by yourself? Choose Single Occupancy\nJoining as a couple or with a friend? Choose Double Occupancy\nJoining by yourself but willing to share a room? Choose Double Occupancy but realize we will adjust the price to single occupancy if we can’t find you a roommate.\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nShopping for someone else? Buy a Gift Card! URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/lower-keys-house-based-adventure-week/ LOCATION:Big Pine Key\, Big Pine Key\, FL\, 33043\, United States CATEGORIES:Florida Keys,Lodge Based,Southeastern US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2886.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20250421T194135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T200838Z UID:4642-1761350400-1762041599@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip DESCRIPTION:Costa Rica Anyone? Pura Vida!\nThis multi-sport adventure is built to suit each group of travelers. We start out with a basic structure that we can build around of some surf play\, whitewater adventure and hiking. We can add in visits to spice and coffee farms\, scuba diving\, sport fishing\, canyoneering…the options are nearly endless. In short\, this is a curated\, bespoke kind of program. No two are alike.\nOur local partner in this program is Costa Rica Explorers\, co-owned by Jake Weigandt\, who also works with us in our Great Lakes programs. Designed to give you an authentic Costa Rican Pura Vida experience\, it is based in the Pacific coastal surf town of Dominical. You’ll wake up to birdcalls\, the sounds of Howler and Whiteface monkeys\, and the low thump of surf down on the beach below your porch. Some days\, we’ll be off early to an adventure\, but we’ll also have a fair bit of non-structured time planned in so you can wander on the sand\, sit in the shade under an almond tree or rent a boogie board and go get tired in a good way. Meals are mixed between our lodging location (La Parcela…great restaurant)\, some free range in Dominical and some fun ones while out on adventure\, all fresh and Tico style. We will pay for 3 days of activities\, others are on your own. Activities that are included are whitewater rafting\, a Waterfall tour\, and a surf lesson. Tours to a spice and chocolate farm\, wildlife hikes\, Snorkeling trips\, Canyoneering\, Waterfall hikes\, fishing trips can all be arranged for you for your free-range days with advance notice at extra cost\, which is variable depending on options. You’ll find that want some free time built in.\nWe specialize in small group travel. This trip needs a minimum of 6 people with a maximum of 8. Families are welcome – please contact us. \n *Sample Itinerary for the Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip\n• Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival Day. Overnight in San Jose\, hotel included.\n• Day 2: Morning transfer to Dominical (4 hours)\, settle in\, bliss out.\n• Day 3: Relaxing morning with an intro surf lesson with some afternoon free time\n • Day 4: Head up one of the river canyons for some rafting\, IK\, or small paddlerafts\n • Day 5-7: Waterfall hiking\, visits to a coffee and spice finca\, birding trip\, Yoga session\, fishing (extra charge)\, diving (extra charge)\, too many options to list… including hanging out under a palm tree with a book or an ice cold beer. We flex to take advantage of the amazing natural resources and what you would like to do. We will build in one free day (likely Wednesday) to arrange an extra activity of choice if you like.\n • Day 8 (Saturday): Exit day return shuttle to San Jose. Overnight included in San Jose for flights on Sunday or your own adventure. \nDates for 2025\n\nApril 5 – 12\, 2025\nApril 26 – May 3\, 2025\nOctober 25 – November 1\, 2025\n\nDates for 2026\n\nApril 11 – 18\, 2026\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nLodging in San Jose the nights before pick up and before fly out (2 nights)\nVan transport to Dominical from San Jose and back to San Jose at the end of the trip\n6 Nights lodging in Dominical (Double or single occupancy available. Please only sign up for double occupancy if you are traveling with someone who will share your room.)\nMeals during planned activity days\n3 Days of planned activities\nMost local transportation\nExperienced local guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nGuide tips (US cash is good for local guides)\nRestaurant meals during San José transits\nMeals and activities during the free days\nAirfares to and from San Jose\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended – we recommend you look at World Nomads\, Allianz\, travel guard – and make sure it covers adventure sports)\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n \nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). Please only sign up for double occupancy if you are traveling with someone who will share your room. \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/costa-rica-multi-sport-trip-3/ LOCATION:Dominical\, Costa Rica CATEGORIES:Bucket List Trips,Costa Rica,Multi-day Trips,Paddling Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1401.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20230905T183046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T163308Z UID:3873-1755820800-1756598399@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Explorer 2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-explorer-2024-2/ LOCATION:Isle Royale\, Isle Royale National Park\, Isle Royale\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Isle Royale,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/se-ak_0039_Layer-38.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20210703T224350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T195638Z UID:2888-1755388800-1755993599@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Kayaking Sampler DESCRIPTION:We are going to strap our kayaks to the roof of a ferry\, motor over fifty miles out to the largest island in the largest lake in the world and go kayaking. This is not something to be taken lightly\, but our “sampler” program is designed for those who are interested in learning to camp out of their kayaks in relatively calm conditions. It is appropriate for adventurous beginners who have had group rescue practice and can paddle up to 10 miles/day in 1-2 ft seas and 10 knots of wind. We offer a number of weekend and day workshops that can help you grow those skills or point you to a coach in your area. \nSea Kayaking Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior\nThis is a magical place wrapped up in ancient rock\, thimbleberries and the unforgiving waters of Lake Superior. This unique island park with its moose and wolves is a popular destination for backpackers\, but since it is an island we thought that it would make more sense to explore it by kayak! There will be plenty of time for day hikes\, brisk swims\, good lake trout fishing\, kayaking and listening to the loons. We plan this trip together with you based on weather outlook\, park conditions and your own goals and tastes. To ensure your safety and maintain the flexibility of small camps\, we limit this trip to only five participants. \n\nSample Itinerary for 7 Day trip\n(includes 2 travel days)\nDay 1\nRendezvous in Copper Harbor at 5:00 PM at the Minnetonka Resort for a quick backcountry packing orientation. \nDay 2\n7 AM rendezvous at Isle Royale Queen dock for the 3.5 hour ride to Rock Harbor. Organize and pack for the short paddle to the first campsite. Go over basic strokes\, braces and rescue drills. \nDays 3-5\nThe heart of the trip–you’ll find yourself paddling an average of 4 or 5 hours/day sandwiched with day hikes\, fishing\, shooting photos\, looking for Moose and listening to the music of our largest freshwater sea. For this trip we often use just two camps to use as two separate hubs. We find you spend more time seeing the island\, than making and breaking camp this way. You should be prepared for temps between 40- 80…bring a wool hat and a swimsuit. You can count on learning lots of new paddle skills and having a truly spectacular experience on this beginner friendly trip. \nDay 6\nIn the afternoon\, we’ll be ferried back to Copper Harbor for a fine meal and a good night’s sleep. \nDay 7\nTravel day for home or to continue your own adventure in the Keweenaw \n\nDates for 2025\n\nAugust 10-16\nAugust 17-23 \nIsle Royale Kayaking Trip Cost Includes:\n\nOne night double occupancy lodging before and one after in Copper Harbor (Single occupancy rates available)\nRound trip ferry fees for both you and your kayak\nExpert instructor guides\nAll group gear (tents\, kitchen gear\, dry bags\, safety and camp gear)\nNational Park Service permits and daily user fee\nGourmet backcountry fare\n\nWhat’s Not Included:\n\nTravel to and from Copper Harbor\nKayak rental: If you are going to need a kayak\, you should add that as an add-on to your booking\, to be sure we have one for you.\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list. It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear. \nGuide gratuities (5-10% suggested)\nTravel Insurance\n\nKayaking Equipment\nWe do not include kayaks on this trip because most paddlers at this level have their own. Your boat should be a touring kayak at least 16 feet long\, with front and rear bulkheads. High performance expedition-equipped rentals are available from us with prior reservation: They include PFD\, carbon hybrid paddle (Werner Shuna is our standard)\, sprayskirt and pump. We will transport your rental boat for you. We offer a variety of sizes and models from Current Designs\, Wilderness Systems and NDK …with drop skegs and day hatches. \nFAQs\nFrequently Asked Questions \n\n \n\n\nRegistration URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-kayaking-sampler-9/ LOCATION:Isle Royale\, Isle Royale National Park\, Isle Royale\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Isle Royale,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/isle-royale-quiet-eve.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250817 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20210703T224834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T155453Z UID:2890-1754784000-1755388799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Kayaking Sampler DESCRIPTION:We are going to strap our kayaks to the roof of a ferry\, motor over fifty miles out to the largest island in the largest lake in the world and go kayaking. This is not something to be taken lightly\, but our “sampler” program is designed for those who are interested in learning to camp out of their kayaks in relatively calm conditions. It is appropriate for adventurous beginners who have had group rescue practice and can paddle up to 10 miles/day in 1-2 ft seas and 10 knots of wind. We offer a number of weekend and day workshops that can help you grow those skills or point you to a coach in your area. \nSea Kayaking Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior\nThis is a magical place wrapped up in ancient rock\, thimbleberries and the unforgiving waters of Lake Superior. This unique island park with its moose and wolves is a popular destination for backpackers\, but since it is an island we thought that it would make more sense to explore it by kayak! There will be plenty of time for day hikes\, brisk swims\, good lake trout fishing\, kayaking and listening to the loons. We plan this trip together with you based on weather outlook\, park conditions and your own goals and tastes. To ensure your safety and maintain the flexibility of small camps\, we limit this trip to only five participants. \n\nSample Itinerary for 7 Day trip\n(includes 2 travel days)\nDay 1\nRendezvous in Copper Harbor at 5:00 PM at the Minnetonka Resort for a quick backcountry packing orientation. \nDay 2\n7 AM rendezvous at Isle Royale Queen dock for the 3.5 hour ride to Rock Harbor. Organize and pack for the short paddle to the first campsite. Go over basic strokes\, braces and rescue drills. \nDays 3-5\nThe heart of the trip–you’ll find yourself paddling an average of 4 or 5 hours/day sandwiched with day hikes\, fishing\, shooting photos\, looking for Moose and listening to the music of our largest freshwater sea. For this trip we often use just two camps to use as two separate hubs. We find you spend more time seeing the island\, than making and breaking camp this way. You should be prepared for temps between 40- 80…bring a wool hat and a swimsuit. You can count on learning lots of new paddle skills and having a truly spectacular experience on this beginner friendly trip. \nDay 6\nIn the afternoon\, we’ll be ferried back to Copper Harbor for a fine meal and a good night’s sleep. \nDay 7\nTravel day for home or to continue your own adventure in the Keweenaw \n\nDates for 2025\n\nJuly 20-26\nAugust 10-16\nAugust 17-23 \nIsle Royale Kayaking Trip Cost Includes:\n\nOne night double occupancy lodging before and one after in Copper Harbor (Single occupancy rates available)\nRound trip ferry fees for both you and your kayak\nExpert instructor guides\nAll group gear (tents\, kitchen gear\, dry bags\, safety and camp gear)\nNational Park Service permits and daily user fee\nGourmet backcountry fare\n\nWhat’s Not Included:\n\nTravel to and from Copper Harbor\nKayak rental: If you are going to need a kayak\, you should add that as an add-on to your booking\, to be sure we have one for you.\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list. It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear. \nGuide gratuities (5-10% suggested)\nTravel Insurance\n\nKayaking Equipment\nWe do not include kayaks on this trip because most paddlers at this level have their own. Your boat should be a touring kayak at least 16 feet long\, with front and rear bulkheads. High performance expedition-equipped rentals are available from us with prior reservation: They include PFD\, carbon hybrid paddle (Werner Shuna is our standard)\, sprayskirt and pump. We will transport your rental boat for you. We offer a variety of sizes and models from Current Designs\, Wilderness Systems and NDK …with drop skegs and day hatches. \nFAQs\nFrequently Asked Questions \n\n \n\n\nRegistration URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-kayaking-sampler-2/ CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/isle-royale-quiet-eve.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250810 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20230905T183211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T170007Z UID:3882-1754006400-1754783999@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Explorer 2025 DESCRIPTION:We are going to strap our kayaks to the roof of a ferry\, motor over fifty miles out to the largest island in the largest lake in the world and go kayaking. This is not a small thing. \nSea Kayaking Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior\nThis is a magical place wrapped up in ancient rock\, thimbleberries and the unforgiving waters of Lake Superior. This unique island park with its moose and wolves is a popular destination for backpackers\, but since it is an island we thought that it would make more sense to explore it by kayak! \nThere will be plenty of time for day hikes\, brisk swims\, good lake trout fishing\, kayaking and listening to the loons. Like you\, no two of these trips are the same. We plan these trips together with you based on the weather outlook\, personal tastes\, goals and skills. Our style is not to bag miles\, but to take a deep dive into Superior kayaking and the island’s nature AND culture. No one has guided more trips here than we have or developed deeper relationships with the park staff. \nTo ensure your safety and maintain the flexibility of small camps\, we limit this trip to only five participants. \nPaddling Skills\nIsle Royale Explorer trips are appropriate for intermediate paddlers -this means that you should be comfortable paddling 8-15 miles/day in 2-3 ft seas in up to 15 knots of wind and be familiar with group rescues. If you are not\, we do offer a number of weekend skills workshops to help you grow those skills. \nIf you have past formal training\, then ACA Levels 2 – 4 are appropriate. ACA levels are explained here. \n\nSample Itinerary for 9 Day trip\n(includes 2 travel days)\nDay 1\nRendezvous in Copper Harbor at 5:00 PM at the Minnetonka Resort for a quick backcountrypacking orientation. \nDay 2\n7 AM meet-up at the dock of the Isle Royale Queen for the 3.5 hour ride to Rock Harbor. Organize and pack for the short paddle to the first campsite. \nDays 3-7\nThe heart of the trip–you’ll find yourself paddling an average of 4 or 5 hours/day sandwiched with day hikes\, fishing\, shooting photos\, looking for Moose and listening to the music of our largest freshwater sea. We may choose a layover at a particularly nice campsite to give us more time to explore and linger a bit. You should be prepared for temps between 40- 80…bring a wool hat and a swimsuit. We’ll be covering 50 to 70 miles total with a fairly relaxed pace (9-day trip). You can count on learning lots of new paddle skills and having a truly spectacular experience. \nDay 8\nIn the afternoon\, we’ll be ferried back to Copper Harbor for a last group dinner and a good night’s sleep at the Minnetonka. \nDay 9\nTravel day: you move on to your next adventure\, whether a drive home or an extended exploration of the fabulous Keweenaw Peninsula. \n\nDates for 2025\n\n\n\nJuly 11 – 19\nAugust 1 – 9\nAugust 22 – 30\n\n \nIsle Royale Kayaking Trip Cost Includes:\n\nOne night double occupancy lodging before and one after in Copper Harbor (Single occupancy rates available)\nRound trip ferry fees for both you and your kayak\nExpert instructor guides\nAll group gear (tents\, kitchen gear\, dry bags\, safety and camp gear)\nNational Park Service permits and daily user fee\nGourmet backcountry fare\n\nWhat’s Not Included:\n\nTravel to and from Copper Harbor\nKayak rental: If you are going to need a kayak\, you should add that as an add-on to your booking\, to be sure we have one for you.\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list. It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\nGuide gratuities (5-10% suggested)\nTravel Insurance\n\nKayaking Equipment\nWe do not include kayaks on this trip because most paddlers at this level have their own. Your boat should be a touring kayak at least 16 feet long\, with front and rear bulkheads. High performance expedition-equipped rentals are available from us with prior reservation: They include PFD\, carbon hybrid paddle (Werner Shuna is our standard)\, sprayskirt and pump. We will transport your rental boat for you. We offer a variety of sizes and models from Current Designs\, Wilderness Systems and NDK…with drop skegs and day hatches. \nFAQs\nFrequently Asked Questions \n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy \nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-explorer-2024-4/ LOCATION:Isle Royale\, Isle Royale National Park\, Isle Royale\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Isle Royale,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/se-ak_0039_Layer-38.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20210125T173454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T200708Z UID:2759-1753056000-1753660799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Keweenaw Rock Gardening (Optional L3 Skills or ACA Guide Certification) DESCRIPTION:This is an Intermediate to Advanced trip (L3 – 4) designed for those who want to increase their skills in rough water environs and explore slots\, caves and surges through rocky alleys. Certification for the new ACA Guide program also available. Contact Michael Gray for more information. \nKeweenaw is said to be one of the most beautiful places on earth\, with miles of gorgeous landscapes and adventure around every corner. Lighthouses\, ruins\, waterfalls\, and hiking trails! \nThis is Michigan’s other Thumb\, dividing open waters of Lake Superior from Keweenaw Bay. Its crystal clear waters bounce around this rocky coast offering a seldom paddled opportunity to explore rock gardens\, waterfalls\, sea stacks and some remote camping. Who knew? Imagine a group of decent paddlers\, geared up for swims\, rescue practice and some tough plastic boats designed to bounce before they break and you get the picture. We get to begin and end at a traditional Finn camp complete with 100 year old log sauna. \nGreat paddling\, Superior camping\, whitefish dinners\, blueberries\, local craft brews… this is so not your average guided trip! Don’t forget the great fresh food either\, because that’s the only way we roll. \n\nItinerary\nDay 1\nArrive at Lac LaBelle camp. Shakedown pack and fish fry. \nDays 2 – 5\nPaddle around the thumb\, camping en route (3 nights)\, then paddle to Bettegris and back to Lac La Belle camp. Dinner out or order pizza from Mt. Bohemia brick oven. \nDay 6\nHead out for drives home.\n \n \nDates for 2025\nJuly 21-27 \nWhat’s Included\nCost includes professional guide / instructor\, lodging at Lac LaBelle family camp before and after trip\, and group gear. \nKayaking Equipment\nWe do not include kayaks on this trip because most paddlers at this level have their own. A playful plastic design between 14-16 feet is recommended for this trip for maximum fun… think Delphin or the like. If you don’t have a suitable boat\, we have a limited number of Delphins or Dagger Stratos available for $150 rental. They include PFD\, Werner paddle\, helmet\, sprayskirt and pump. We will transport your rental boat for you. \nWhat’s Not Included\n\nTravel to and from the Keweenaw\nKayak rental (If you are going to need a kayak\, you should add that as an add-on to your booking\, to be sure we have one for you.)\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear. \nGuide gratuity (5-10% suggested) \nTravel Insurance\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a deposit of $300. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $300 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the course. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation PolicyView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/aca-l3-trip-leader-kayak-keweenaw/ LOCATION:Keweenaw\, Keweenaw Peninsula\, Schoolcraft Township\, MI\, 49913 CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/keweenaw-640-480.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20230905T183012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T170738Z UID:3863-1752192000-1752969599@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Explorer 2025 DESCRIPTION:We are going to strap our kayaks to the roof of a ferry\, motor over fifty miles out to the largest island in the largest lake in the world and go kayaking. This is not a small thing. \nSea Kayaking Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior\nThis is a magical place wrapped up in ancient rock\, thimbleberries and the unforgiving waters of Lake Superior. This unique island park with its moose and wolves is a popular destination for backpackers\, but since it is an island we thought that it would make more sense to explore it by kayak! \nThere will be plenty of time for day hikes\, brisk swims\, good lake trout fishing\, kayaking and listening to the loons. Like you\, no two of these trips are the same. We plan these trips together with you based on the weather outlook\, personal tastes\, goals and skills. Our style is not to bag miles\, but to take a deep dive into Superior kayaking and the island’s nature AND culture. No one has guided more trips here than we have or developed deeper relationships with the park staff. \nTo ensure your safety and maintain the flexibility of small camps\, we limit this trip to only five participants. \nPaddling Skills\nIsle Royale Explorer trips are appropriate for intermediate paddlers -this means that you should be comfortable paddling 8-15 miles/day in 2-3 ft seas in up to 15 knots of wind and be familiar with group rescues. If you are not\, we do offer a number of weekend skills workshops to help you grow those skills. \nIf you have past formal training\, then ACA Levels 2 – 4 are appropriate. ACA levels are explained here. \n\nSample Itinerary for 9 Day trip\n(includes 2 travel days)\nDay 1\nRendezvous in Copper Harbor at 5:00 PM at the Minnetonka Resort for a quick backcountrypacking orientation. \nDay 2\n7 AM meet-up at the dock of the Isle Royale Queen for the 3.5 hour ride to Rock Harbor. Organize and pack for the short paddle to the first campsite. \nDays 3-7\nThe heart of the trip–you’ll find yourself paddling an average of 4 or 5 hours/day sandwiched with day hikes\, fishing\, shooting photos\, looking for Moose and listening to the music of our largest freshwater sea. We may choose a layover at a particularly nice campsite to give us more time to explore and linger a bit. You should be prepared for temps between 40- 80…bring a wool hat and a swimsuit. We’ll be covering 50 to 70 miles total with a fairly relaxed pace (9-day trip). You can count on learning lots of new paddle skills and having a truly spectacular experience. \nDay 8\nIn the afternoon\, we’ll be ferried back to Copper Harbor for a last group dinner and a good night’s sleep at the Minnetonka. \nDay 9\nTravel day: you move on to your next adventure\, whether a drive home or an extended exploration of the fabulous Keweenaw Peninsula. \n\nDates for 2025\n\n\n\nJuly 11 – 19\nAugust 1 – 9\nAugust 22 – 30\n\n \nIsle Royale Kayaking Trip Cost Includes:\n\nOne night double occupancy lodging before and one after in Copper Harbor (Single occupancy rates available)\nRound trip ferry fees for both you and your kayak\nExpert instructor guides\nAll group gear (tents\, kitchen gear\, dry bags\, safety and camp gear)\nNational Park Service permits and daily user fee\nGourmet backcountry fare\n\nWhat’s Not Included:\n\nTravel to and from Copper Harbor\nKayak rental: If you are going to need a kayak\, you should add that as an add-on to your booking\, to be sure we have one for you.\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list. It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\nGuide gratuities (5-10% suggested)\nTravel Insurance\n\nKayaking Equipment\nWe do not include kayaks on this trip because most paddlers at this level have their own. Your boat should be a touring kayak at least 16 feet long\, with front and rear bulkheads. High performance expedition-equipped rentals are available from us with prior reservation: They include PFD\, carbon hybrid paddle (Werner Shuna is our standard)\, sprayskirt and pump. We will transport your rental boat for you. We offer a variety of sizes and models from Current Designs\, Wilderness Systems and NDK…with drop skegs and day hatches. \nFAQs\nFrequently Asked Questions \n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy \nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-explorer-2024/ LOCATION:Isle Royale\, Isle Royale National Park\, Isle Royale\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Isle Royale,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/se-ak_0039_Layer-38.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250627 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20240625T164318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T145257Z UID:4300-1749772800-1750982399@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Greenland Immersion 2025 DESCRIPTION:We’re heading to Greenland again! Why Greenland? Yes\, it IS the birthplace of the Qajaq\, but it is also like witnessing when the Earth was born. You may see and set foot on places where no one has been before you. It’s one of our favorite places to paddle and we don’t get there often enough. We like to immerse ourselves in the local culture – you’ll travel like a Greenlander…hand-lining cod or char for dinner\, learning to eat seal (definitely an acquired taste) or musk-ox\, hunting with your camera\, paddling in sea ice and camping in sites used as traditional hunt camps for generations. Think cultural immersion by paddle….all with a safety net that comes with our over 40-year history in the kayak tripping business. \nThere are a few trips available to Greenland these days…some very high-end with a little paddling and a lot of insulation from local culture; usually from a Cruise Ship. Others are more “expedition style”\, where you do all your own cooking\, fly by the seat of your pants and hope it all turns out. Ours is completely different. Combine the logistics expertise that Uncommon Adventures is known for with great equipment\, a well-chosen small-group team (max of 6-8 w/two guides plus local guide) and the added cultural element of traveling with a local and you have a simply unparalleled trip. \nWe will embark on a mesmerizing journey through rarely visited Uummannaq Fjord\, one of West Greenland’s most expansive and picturesque. Its vast network of fjords\, bays\, and inlets in every direction provides an awe-inspiring setting for an unforgettable sea kayak expedition\, revealing stunning and pristine landscapes at every turn. \nGetting There\nIt is a hard place to get to\, but that makes it even more worthwhile. We will assist you with travel plans to help things go smoothly. You need to book flights from home through Iceland or Denmark to Ilulissat. There are rumors that Icelandair is starting a direct flight to Nuuk from New York and Boston. Fingers crossed! Once you get to Ilulissat you will catch a domestic Air Greenland flight. The route is Ilulissat (JAV) to Uummannaq (UMD) via Qaarsut (JQA). A dash-8 plane to Qaarsut and a helicopter to Uummannaq. All can be booked on one ticket and a return trip costs around 500 USD. We will help with details. \nPace\nThis is a longer trip that will travel between 20-30 kilometers each day with time enough for hiking and exploration. Our itinerary will be dependent on weather\, group interests\, and is always flexible. \nWeather / Conditions\nSimilar conditions to south central Alaska can be expected. Daytime highs may get to be high 50s with evening lows into the low 40s. Not a lot of rain in late June\, but can be buggy\, so headnets or bugshirts are in order. Remember… summer near the arctic circle means lots and lots of daylight (19 hours+). You won’t need a headlamp\, but you will need sunscreen! \nQualifications\nThis program is built for those with a higher skill level that is appropriate for the kind of conditions we are likely to encounter. If you haven’t been through the BCU or ACA ranksto gain these skills\, we will accept a paddling resume and word from those who can vouch for you. Our trips owe a great deal of their success to this participant screening process. BCU 3 star or L-3 ACA is the bar we set as a minimum for this trip. \nDates & Cost \n$5800 per person (subject to change with currency fluctuations)\, double occupancy – 15 days total. We try to provide a good value for a large commitment trip like this. It is a very expensive place to travel to\, but there is absolutely no place on earth like it. It is our all-time favorite place to paddle. We need a minimum of 5 participants and will take up to 8 total. \nDates for 2025\n\nJune 13-26\, 2025\n\nWhat’s included\n Guides\n Sea kayak (single or double)\, spray skirt\, PFD\, paddle\, pogies.\n Group Safety gear: first aid\, repair\, Satphone\, tarp\n Fishing gear\n Tents (personal tents plus kitchen tent):\n Dry bags (limited supply)\n Cooking equipment\, cookware\, and all expedition meals and coffee.\n Unforgettable experience\n Heliport pick-up and drop-off\n Accommodation in (Dbl) Uummannaq\n Breakfasts at Guesthouse\n All meals while kayaking \nWhat’s NOT included\n Travel outside of itinerary dates\n Transfer from Illulisat. The route is Ilulissat (JAV) to Uummannaq (UMD) via Qaarsut (JQA). A dash-8 plane to Qaarsut and a helicopter to Uummannaq. All can be booked on one ticket and a return trip costs around 500 USD. We will help you get correct flight numbers\, etc.\n Dry suits\n Sleeping bags and sleeping mats\n Travel Insurance\n Gratuities\n Meals in town\n Alcohol \nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n \n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n \nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a 50% deposit and a completed booking on our website\, with the remaining 50% balance due 60 days before departure. Balances are paid automatically to your credit card. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees. Your initial payment will be a 50% deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/greenland-2025/ LOCATION:Uummannaq\, Greenland\, Greenland CATEGORIES:Bucket List Trips,Camping Based,Greenland,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/gldji_0099.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20220318T203825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T132150Z UID:3045-1748422800-1748448000@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:ACA Coastal Kayaking: Level 2 Skills Training Day DESCRIPTION:This 9-4 pm workshop is designed to give people an intensive one day experience working on efficient strokes\, kayak maneuvering along with self and group rescues. Risk management\, kayaking safety gear\, basic weather and basic trip planning will also be covered. It is an ideal day spent to prepare for the L2 Instructor course to improve your odds of passing at your highest level. \nPlease come prepared with lunch\, drinking water and appropriate clothing for immersion: quick dry layers (no cotton)\, a wetsuit if you have it and any kayaking gear of your own. Meet up by 9 am at 6721 Grace Road\, Benzonia\, 49616. \nLearn more about ACA Instructor Training Course and Levels. \nPrerequisites\nBasic forward strokes\, wet exits and ACA membership.\n \nDates for 2025\nMay 28\, 9AM – 4PM \nWhat’s Included\n\nThe course fee includes ACA L-4\, BCU Coach Instructor\, kayak and all necessary gear. (e.g.\, 15′ + sea kayak with floatation fore and aft\, paddle\, pump\, sprayskirt)\n\nWhat’s Not Included and What You Should Bring \n\nTransportation to the site\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October\, can be rented from us for a flat rate of $20. Drysuit if you have one.\nSynthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms\, can be worn under shorts too for a very comfortable if not very stylish ensemble.\nFleece jacket\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nNeoprene boots: We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nSunscreen\nSunhat\nReusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles.\nLunch supplies\nSnacks\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n \n\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with payment. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! \n\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/aca-coastal-kayaking-level-2-skills-training-day/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Day Trips,Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/jeremy-vore-instruction-7.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250528 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20171116T152025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T210843Z UID:2050-1748390400-1748822399@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:ACA Coastal Kayaking: Level 2 Instructor Certification Workshop (ICW) DESCRIPTION:This workshop is held near Traverse City in Northwest Michigan\, giving us access to multiple venues to provide a variety of conditions including moving water. Since food is provided and we’re all based out of the same location with a instructor/student ratio of 1:3\, you are assured of a great inclusive experience tailored to your learning style. \nLearn more about ACA Instructor Training Course and Levels. \nYou will also have access to a wide variety of kayaks\, paddling gear and rescue gear to supplement what you bring to the table. Expect to have rec boats and possibly even SUPs thrown into the mix\, so you learn how to rescue in a wide variety of scenarios. You’ll work hard\, eat hearty and have more fun than anyone should be allowed during an “instructional” program! \nPrerequisites\nBasic forward strokes\, wet exits and ACA membership.\n \n \nDates for 2025\nMay 28 – June 1 \nWhat’s Included\nThe course fee includes ACA L-4\, BCU Coach Instructor\, rustic river home accommodations\, two breakfasts and two dinners*. \nIf you would like to do meals and lodging on your own\, you may opt for just the ACA course. Another option is camping onsite (with access to bathrooms)\, meals* included. \n*We provide two hearty breakfasts and two delicious dinners. Lunches and additional meals are “on your own”. Did you know Michael is a great cook? He can adapt to special dietary requirements if you let him know in advance. \n\nWhat’s Not Included and What You Should Bring\n\nTransportation to the site\n15′ + sea kayak with floatation fore and aft\, paddle\, pump\, sprayskirt\, towbelt\, compass (orienteering style)\, basic repair supplies. Let us know if you need to borrow an appropriate kayak and gear\, we have lots of different loaners available.\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October/November. Can be rented from us for a flat rate of $25. Drysuit if you have one.\nSynthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms\, can be worn under shorts too for a very comfortable if not very stylish ensemble.\nFleece jacket\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nNeoprene boots: We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nSunscreen\nSunhat\nReusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles. \nLunch supplies (refrigerator available) – for instructional programs only. Check your confirmation letter \nSnacks\nAlcohol or preferred adult beverages\nOne dinner at a local establishment\nGuide Gratuity (Suggested 10+% of trip cost)\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/aca-coastal-kayaking-level-2-instructor-development-workshop-idw/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/instruction-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20250206T204753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T135038Z UID:4574-1748131200-1748303999@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:ACA Instructor Update (L1 or L2) DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for an ACA Instructor L1 or L2 Update\, which can be taken at any time during your four year cycle? We are offering you the chance to work with new kayak students in an L1 or L2 environment\, as appropriate. This 2 day update will be held held near Traverse City in Northwest Michigan\, providing access to multiple venues and a variety of conditions. Great opportunity to be exposed to new teaching methods and to put them into practice. Only one or two spots availble per date\, so don’t delay. \nLearn more about ACA Instructor Training Course and Levels. \nYou will also have access to a wide variety of kayaks\, paddling gear and rescue gear to supplement what you bring to the table. You will be provided pre-course assignments but expect to do some real teaching. Afterwards\, we will guide you through the ACA CMS system for submitting courses and results. You’ll work hard\, eat hearty (breakfast included) and have more fun than anyone should be allowed during an “instructional” program! Camping on the property is available\, if desired. \nPrerequisites\nACA L1 or L2 Instructor Certification \n \nDates for 2025\nMay 25-26\nJune 9-10\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with full payment. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! \nWhat registration option should I choose (if on an overnight program)? \n\nJoining by yourself? Choose Single Occupancy \nJoining as a couple or with a friend? Choose Double Occupancy\nJoining by yourself but willing to share a room? Choose Double Occupancy but realize we will adjust the price to single occupancy if we can’t find you a roommate. \n\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy \nView our COVID Risk Management Statement \n\nShopping for someone else? Buy a Gift Card! URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/aca-instructor-update-l1-or-l2/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2616.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20160530T163906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T164244Z UID:612-1747958400-1748303999@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Sleeping Bear Sampler Remix: Learn to Kayak Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:We’ve refined this program that has been popular for more than 10 years as a great way for people to explore kayaking or to refine current skills. Enjoy a weekend spent at our home on 40 acres of hardwoods along the beautiful Betsie River. This long weekend retreat will give you enough time to explore a number of our better local paddling opportunities. Each trip is a bit different and built around your interests and goals with built in flexibility. \nWe can mix and match some open water paddling instruction along the bluffs and dunes with some river paddling if that is what you are after. Eagles\, Osprey\, mink\, trout and bass are all resident members of the local wildlife population that we get to share our trips with. We can also see incredible dune faces\, cruising fish and possibly even some shipwrecks that can be seen from our kayaks on calm days. \nKayaking is one way to interact with water. There are a lot of different disciplines…whitewater\, simple small lake and river recreational kayaking\, sea kayaking\, surf kayaking\, Olympic slalom\, Greenland style traditional; hard to know what direction to go you have a better idea of what kind of kayaking you develop an interest in. You yourself probably won’t know until you get some time on the water. It’s a llfesport that can evolve as you do. We urge you not to invest too much in any sort of kayaking gear until you get some instructional time and you have a better sense of what style of paddling and venue you have available to you. You’ll make better purchase decisions. In addition to the beautiful scenery\, this program will introduce all styles and the commonalities between them\, but we do use primarily touring/sea kayaks in our programs. \n\nItinerary\nDay 1\nArrive after dinner between 7-8 PM. We’ll get acquainted\, settled and provide an orientation for the rest of the weekend. \nDay 2\nGet fitted for kayaks and gear and head to our inland lake training site for some hands-on skills. Learn forward\, back\, turning and sideways strokes as well as what to do when you capsize. Dinner BBQ here at Casa de Kayak followed by kayak videos\, tall tales and good night’s sleep. \nDay 3\nDepending on weather\, we’ll head north for a longer paddle to enjoy some dune and island views\, maybe a shipwreck and a swim. We’ll gather for dinner at a local restaurant/pub after we get off the water. Whether we’re in soggy sandals or wetsuits\, we’ll be welcome for some great food and drink after a good day of paddling. \nDay 4\nAfter a fine brunch\, we’ll gear up for a sweet little river trip through the backyard to give you a little moving water experience and balance out a weekend of grand vistas. We’ll turn you loose for home or other adventures at about 2 PM \n\n \nDates for 2025\n\n May 23 – May 26 \nMay 29 – June 1 \n \nWhat’s Included:\n\nACA Qualified Instructors\nQuality on and off-water instruction\nKayak\, sprayskirts\, paddle\, and PFD (unless you choose to bring your own\nRustic river home accommodations or camping site (depending on registration)\nThree breakfasts\nTwo dinners (Plan to eat out at a local establishment one night)\n\n\nWhat’s Not Included and What You Should Bring:\n\nTransportation to the site\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October\, can be rented from us for a flat rate of $20. Drysuit if you have one.\nSynthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms\, can be worn under shorts too for a very comfortable if not very stylish ensemble.\nFleece jacket\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nNeoprene boots: We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nSunscreen\nSunhat\nReusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles. \nLunch supplies (refrigerator available)\nSnacks\nAlcohol or preferred adult beverages\nOne dinner at a local establishment\nGuide Gratuity (Suggested 10%+ of course cost)\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/sleeping-bear-sampler/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/61795_430320439666_5459586_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250519 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20160713T005827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T205934Z UID:712-1747267200-1747612799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:ACA Coastal Kayaking: Level 3 Skills Training and Optional Assessment DESCRIPTION:This 24 hour + course includes the latest ACA course requirements for Level 3 with some additional tools that only 30 plus years of paddling history can provide. We combine “Coastal Kayak Basic Strokes and Rescues” along with a “Strokes and Maneuver’s refinement” and group leadership on water. On land we’ll cover practical navigation\, radio use\, rules of the navigable road and emergency equipment. In the water\, we’ll cover a variety of group and solo rescues\, bracing\, boat handling and towing scenarios. \nThis workshop is held in our Northwest Michigan base\, giving us access to multiple venues to provide a variety of conditions including moving water. Since food is provided and we’re all based out of the same location with a instructor/student ratio of 1:3\, you are assured of a great inclusive experience tailored to your learning style. \nLearn more about ACA Instructor Training Course and Levels. \nYou will also have access to a wide variety of kayaks\, paddling gear and rescue gear to supplement what you bring to the table. Expect to have rec boats and possibly even SUPs thrown into the mix\, so you learn how to rescue in a wide variety of scenarios. You’ll work hard\, eat hearty and have more fun than anyone should be allowed during an “instructional” program! \nPrerequisites\nBasic forward strokes\, wet exits and ACA membership. \n\nItinerary\nDay 1\nArrival between 1-3 pm. Land school portion begins at 4 pm. Dinner at base. \nDay 2\nInland water strokes and rescues work (after breakfast). All day on-water. Dinner at base with evening navigation work. \nDay 3\nLake Michigan trip (7 miles away) for practice in “conditions”. \nDay 4\nStroke Tune-up & assessment. We should have you on the road between 4 and 5 pm. \n\nDates for 2025\nMay 15 – 18 \nWhat’s Included\nThe course fee includes ACA L-4\, BCU Coach Instructor\, rustic river home accommodations\, two breakfasts and two dinners*. \nIf you would like to do meals and lodging on your own\, you may opt for just the ACA course. Another option is camping onsite (with access to bathrooms)\, meals* included. \n*We provide two hearty breakfasts and two delicious dinners. Lunches and additional meals are “on your own”. Did you know Michael is a great cook? He can adapt to special dietary requirements if you let him know in advance. \n\nWhat’s Not Included and What You Should Bring\n\nTransportation to the site\n15′ + sea kayak with floatation fore and aft\, paddle\, pump\, sprayskirt\, towbelt\, compass (orienteering style)\, basic repair supplies. Let us know if you need to borrow an appropriate kayak and gear\, we have lots of different loaners available.\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October/November. Can be rented from us for a flat rate of $25. Drysuit if you have one.\nSynthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms\, can be worn under shorts too for a very comfortable if not very stylish ensemble.\nFleece jacket\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nNeoprene boots: We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nSunscreen\nSunhat\nReusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles. \nLunch supplies (refrigerator available) – for instructional programs only. Check your confirmation letter \nSnacks\nAlcohol or preferred adult beverages\nOne dinner at a local establishment\nGuide Gratuity (Suggested 10+% of trip cost)\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/aca-coastal-kayaking-level-3-4-skills-training-assessment/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/instr-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250504 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20240811T003944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T174027Z UID:4495-1745625600-1746316799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip DESCRIPTION:Costa Rica Anyone? Pura Vida!\nThis multi-sport adventure is built to suit each group of travelers. We start out with a basic structure that we can build around of some surf play\, whitewater adventure and hiking. We can add in visits to spice and coffee farms\, scuba diving\, sport fishing\, canyoneering…the options are nearly endless. In short\, this is a curated\, bespoke kind of program. No two are alike.\nOur local partner in this program is Costa Rica Explorers\, co-owned by Jake Weigandt\, who also works with us in our Great Lakes programs. Designed to give you an authentic Costa Rican Pura Vida experience\, it is based in the Pacific coastal surf town of Dominical. You’ll wake up to birdcalls\, the sounds of Howler and Whiteface monkeys\, and the low thump of surf down on the beach below your porch. Some days\, we’ll be off early to an adventure\, but we’ll also have a fair bit of non-structured time planned in so you can wander on the sand\, sit in the shade under an almond tree or rent a boogie board and go get tired in a good way. Meals are mixed between our lodging location (La Parcela…great restaurant)\, some free range in Dominical and some fun ones while out on adventure\, all fresh and Tico style. We will pay for 3 days of activities\, others are on your own. Activities that are included are whitewater rafting\, a Waterfall tour\, and a surf lesson. Tours to a spice and chocolate farm\, wildlife hikes\, Snorkeling trips\, Canyoneering\, Waterfall hikes\, fishing trips can all be arranged for you for your free-range days with advance notice at extra cost\, which is variable depending on options. You’ll find that want some free time built in.\nWe specialize in small group travel. This trip needs a minimum of 6 people with a maximum of 8. Families are welcome – please contact us. \n *Sample Itinerary for the Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip\n• Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival Day. Overnight in San Jose\, hotel included.\n• Day 2: Morning transfer to Dominical (4 hours)\, settle in\, bliss out.\n• Day 3: Relaxing morning with an intro surf lesson with some afternoon free time\n • Day 4: Head up one of the river canyons for some rafting\, IK\, or small paddlerafts\n • Day 5-7: Waterfall hiking\, visits to a coffee and spice finca\, birding trip\, Yoga session\, fishing (extra charge)\, diving (extra charge)\, too many options to list… including hanging out under a palm tree with a book or an ice cold beer. We flex to take advantage of the amazing natural resources and what you would like to do. We will build in one free day (likely Wednesday) to arrange an extra activity of choice if you like.\n • Day 8 (Saturday): Exit day return shuttle to San Jose. Overnight included in San Jose for flights on Sunday or your own adventure. \nDates for 2025\n\nApril 5 – 12\, 2025\nApril 26 – May 3\, 2025 (Availability: 1 double occupancy spot (female) available only.)\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nLodging in San Jose the nights before pick up and before fly out (2 nights)\nVan transport to Dominical from San Jose and back to San Jose at the end of the trip\n6 Nights lodging (double or single occupancy available)\nMeals during planned activity days\n3 Days of planned activities\nMost local transportation\nExperienced local guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nGuide tips (US cash is good for local guides)\nRestaurant meals during San José transits\nMeals and activities during the free days\nAirfares to and from San Jose\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended – we recommend you look at World Nomads\, Allianz\, travel guard – and make sure it covers adventure sports)\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n \nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/costa-rica-multi-sport-trip-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1401.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250413 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20240724T171408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T172825Z UID:4455-1743811200-1744502399@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip DESCRIPTION:Costa Rica Anyone? Pura Vida!\nThis multi-sport adventure is built to suit each group of travelers. We start out with a basic structure that we can build around of some surf play\, whitewater adventure and hiking. We can add in visits to spice and coffee farms\, scuba diving\, sport fishing\, canyoneering…the options are nearly endless. In short…this is a curated\, bespoke kind of program. No two are alike.\nOur local partner in this program is Costa Rica Explorers\, co-owned by Jake Weigandt\, who also works with us in our Great Lakes programs. Designed to give you an authentic Costa Rican Pura Vida experience\, it is based on the Pacific coastal surf town of Dominical. You’ll wake up to birdcalls\, the sounds of Howler and Whiteface monkeys and the low thump of surf down on the beach below your porch. Some days\, we’ll be off early to an adventure\, but we’ll also have a fair bit of non-structured time planned in so you can wander on the sand\, sit in the shade under an Almond tree or rent a boogie board and go get tired in a good way. Meals are mixed between our lodging location (La Parcela…great restaurant)\, some free range in Dominical and some fun ones while out on adventures…all fresh and Tico style. We will pay for 3 days of activities\, others are on your own. Activities that are included are whitewater rafting\, a Waterfall tour\, and a surf lesson. Tours to a spice and chocolate farm\, wildlife hikes\, Snorkeling trips\, Canyoneering\, Waterfall hikes\, fishing trips can all be arranged for you for your free-range days with advance notice at extra cost…variable depending on options. You’ll find that want some free time built in.\n \nWe specialize in small group travel. This trip needs a minimum of 6 people with a maximum of 8. Families are welcome – please contact us. \n *Sample Itinerary for the Costa Rica Multi-Sport Trip\n• Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival Day. Overnight in San Jose\, hotel included.\n• Day 2: Morning transfer to Dominical (4 hours)\, settle in\, bliss out.\n• Day 3: Relaxing morning with an intro surf lesson with some afternoon free time\n • Day 4: Head up one of the river canyons for some rafting\, IK\, or small paddlerafts\n • Day 5-7: Waterfall hiking\, visits to a coffee and spice finca\, birding trip\, Yoga session\, fishing (extra charge)\, diving (extra charge)\, too many options to list… including hanging out under a palm tree with a book or an ice cold beer. We flex to take advantage of the amazing natural resources and what you would like to do. We will build in one free day (likely Wednesday) to arrange an extra activity of choice if you like.\n • Day 8 (Saturday): Exit day return shuttle to San Jose. Overnight included in San Jose for flights on Sunday or your own adventure. \nDates for 2025\n\nApril 5 – 12\, 2025\nApril 26 – May 3\, 2025 (Availability: 1 double occupancy spot (female) available only.)\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nLodging in San Jose the nights before pick up and before fly out (2 nights)\nVan transport to Dominical from San Jose and back to San Jose at the end of the trip\n6 Nights lodging (double or single occupancy available)\nMeals during planned activity days\n3 Days of planned activities\nMost local transportation\nExperienced local guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nGuide tips (US cash is good for local guides)\nRestaurant meals during San José transits\nMeals and activities during the free days\nAirfares to and from San Jose\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended – we recommend you look at World Nomads\, Allianz\, travel guard – and make sure it covers adventure sports)\n\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear. \n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n \nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/costa-rica-multi-sport-trip/ LOCATION:Dominical\, Costa Rica CATEGORIES:Bucket List Trips,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_1394.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250224 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20230325T203018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T140310Z UID:3609-1739577600-1740355199@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Baja Rock Gardening Trip at La Bufadora DESCRIPTION:Baja conjures images of rocky Pacific coastlines\, long period waves and surges over kelp topped rocky stacks. It is perfect for exploring with an ocean playboat from a clifftop paddlers’ inn with a boat launch and walking distance from the best tequila you’ve never heard of. Learn to paddle pour overs\, surf waves\, shoot through slot canyons\, slide into caves and paddle your butt off\, eat tacos\, sip tequila\, suck limes\, tell tales…repeat daily. \nLodging is a simple oceanfront paddlers’ dorm with male/female spaces\, a pair of doubles for couples and plenty of space for camping if you prefer. Yes\, there are hot showers and bathrooms as well as a kitchen where we’ll put together some nice meals leaving a couple of nights to try out local restaurants. \nIntrigued? Here’s a sample itinerary: \n\nSample Itinerary\n \nARRIVAL DAY – Feb. 15: Fly into San Diego\, CA\, overnight on your own (we’ll suggest a convenient hotel). \nFeb 16: Van pick up\, drive a couple of hours to our base with a lunch and shopping stop. \nFeb 17-21: Paddle\, wahoo\, drop\, slurp\, wahoo\, splashdown\, slurp\, gurgle\, grin\, giggle and snort till your belly hurts…every day! \nFeb 22: Van transport back to San Diego for hotel overnight on your own. \nFeb 23: Fly home ….OR… join Jen Kleck for an add on trip that is a deep dive several hours further down the Baja coast to get up close and personal with some fellow mammals…whales! More information to come on this amazing 3-4 day extension that promises to be a once in a lifetime experience! \n\n \nDates for 2025\nFeb 15-23\, 2025 \nWhat’s Included\n\nVan transport to La Bufadora from San Diego\nDorm lodging (there are two doubles for couples) or camping\nHot showers\nAll meals except for two restaurant dinners\nOcean playboats (Delphin\, Virgo\, etc)\nACA/BC Certified Coaches: Michael and Lisa\, Jen Kleck and likely Victor Leon as well at times.\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nAlcohol (there is an honor bar)\nRestaurant meals\nGuide gratuities (all gratuities on this trip will go to local guides…Jen and Victor)\nAirfares to and from San Diego\nPre and post trip lodging and activities\nTravel Insurance (Highly recommended)\n\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list: It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\n \n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n \nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/baja-rock-gardening-trip-at-la-bufadora/ LOCATION:La Bufadora\, Mexico CATEGORIES:Bucket List Trips,Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/img_1020.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20210930T142218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T165825Z UID:2923-1730592000-1731196799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Ocean Skills Week (Tybee Island) with Optional Skills Assessments DESCRIPTION:Whether your aim to is to notch your L3 or L4 skills assessment\, get more experience in conditions with people who really have your back or just want to get out and enjoy some spring paddling in bumpy water\, this trip is for you! Based out of a comfortable house base with great family meals right near the beach\, we will be able to take maximum advantage of whatever the elements throw our way. \nBecause this program is focused on a maximum of 6 paddlers with 2-3 well-qualified instructors (including some locals like Dale Williams)\, you’ll get extremely personal coaching. Whether you’d like to really strengthen your bracing or your rescues in conditions or work on navigating tides and currents or all of the above\, we’ll build the week around your own development goals. With a small group and multiple instructors\, we can offer multiple options. If you’d prefer to fly into Savannah\, we may even be to set you up with a fun rental boat like a Delphin or a Stratos for the week. \nPrice includes lodging\, coaching and most meals…we’ll have a couple of meals out at local restaurants for fun and to support local businesses. \n \n\nItinerary\nDay 1\nArrival day: Check in after 2pm and get settled and oriented \nDays 2 – 6\nBracing\, surfing\, rescues in conditions\, tide and current practice\, high speed heron ID\, oyster avoidance and the finer points of low country cuisine can and will be part of the menu in any measure that best suits your needs. \nDay 7\nCheck-out\n \nDates for 2024\nNovember 3 – 9 \nWhat’s included?\nPrice includes lodging\, coaching and most meals… we’ll have a couple of meals out at local restaurants for fun and to support local businesses.\n NOTE: If you have a non-paddling spouse/partner/friend you’d like to bring along\, we have a Non-Paddler option that includes lodging and food. The house is in a good location to enjoy the local area and beaches! \nWhat’s Not Included and What You Should Bring\n\nTransportation to the site\n15′ + sea kayak with floatation fore and aft\, paddle\, pump\, sprayskirt\, towbelt\, compass (orienteering style)\, basic repair supplies. Let us know if you need to borrow an appropriate kayak and gear\, we have lots of different loaners available.\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October/November. Can be rented from us for a flat rate of $25. Drysuit if you have one.\nSynthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms\, can be worn under shorts too for a very comfortable if not very stylish ensemble.\nFleece jacket\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nNeoprene boots: We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nSunscreen\nSunhat\nReusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles. \nLunch supplies (refrigerator available) – for instructional programs only. Check your confirmation letter \nSnacks\nAlcohol or preferred adult beverages\nOne dinner at a local establishment\nGuide Gratuity (Suggested 10+% of trip cost)\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 30+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 30 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \nWhat registration option should I choose?\n\nJoining by yourself? Choose Single Occupancy\nJoining as a couple or with a friend? Choose Double Occupancy\nJoining by yourself but willing to share a room? Choose Double Occupancy but realize we will adjust the price to single occupancy if we can’t find you a roommate.\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nShopping for someone else? Buy a Gift Card! URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/aca-level-3-4-training-retreat-tybee-island/ LOCATION:Tybee Island\, Tybee Island\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips,Southeastern US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/instr-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241021 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20210303T191037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T224726Z UID:2828-1729123200-1729468799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:ACA Level 3 Instructor Development Workshop (IDW)\, Instructor Certification Exam (ICE) or Update DESCRIPTION:This can be taken as an update\, an IDW Or an ICE… whichever you need. We expect 4-6 students\, camping is an option and during this time we are highly likely to get conditions for Level 3. You will be given a pre-course administrative assignment two weeks prior that must be completed before arrival to buy us more on-water training time. \nThis workshop is held in our Northwest Michigan base\, giving us access to multiple venues to provide a variety of conditions including moving water. Since food is provided and we’re all based out of the same location with a instructor/student ratio of 1:3\, you are assured of a great inclusive experience tailored to your learning style. Learn more about ACA Instructor Training Course and Levels. \nYou will also have access to a wide variety of kayaks\, paddling gear and rescue gear to supplement what you bring to the table. Expect to have rec boats and possibly even SUPs thrown into the mix\, so you learn how to rescue in a wide variety of scenarios. You’ll work hard\, eat hearty and have more fun than anyone should be allowed during an “instructional” program! \n\n\n\nItinerary\nDay 1\nArrival between 1-3 pm. Land school portion begins at 4 pm. Dinner at base. \nDay 2\nInland water strokes and rescues work (after breakfast). All day on-water. Dinner at base with evening navigation work. \nDay 3\nLake Michigan trip (7 miles away) for practice in “conditions”. \nDay 4\nSunday will be assessment day\, spent planning and teaching a sample lesson in conditions. We should have you on the road between 4 and 5 pm. \n\nUpcoming Dates\nOctober 17-20\, 2024 \nWhat’s Included\nThe course fee includes ACA L-4\, BCU Coach Instructor\, rustic river home accommodations\, two breakfasts and two dinners*. \nIf you would like to do meals and lodging on your own\, you may opt for just the ACA course. Another option is camping onsite (with access to bathrooms)\, meals* included. \n*We provide two hearty breakfasts and two delicious dinners. Lunches and additional meals are “on your own”. Did you know Michael is a great cook? He can adapt to special dietary requirements if you let him know in advance. \n\nWhat’s Not Included and What You Should Bring\n\nTransportation to the site\n15′ + sea kayak with floatation fore and aft\, paddle\, pump\, sprayskirt\, towbelt\, compass (orienteering style)\, basic repair supplies. Let us know if you need to borrow an appropriate kayak and gear\, we have lots of different loaners available.\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October/November. Can be rented from us for a flat rate of $25. Drysuit if you have one.\nSynthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms\, can be worn under shorts too for a very comfortable if not very stylish ensemble.\nFleece jacket\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nNeoprene boots: We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nSunscreen\nSunhat\nReusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles. \nLunch supplies (refrigerator available) – for instructional programs only. Check your confirmation letter \nSnacks\nAlcohol or preferred adult beverages\nOne dinner at a local establishment\nGuide Gratuity (Suggested 10+% of trip cost)\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/aca-level-3-ice-2/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/sleeping-bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240823 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20230905T183109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T142747Z UID:3878-1723593600-1724371199@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Explorer 2024 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-explorer-2024-3/ CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/se-ak_0039_Layer-38.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240710 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240722 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20231015T155655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T021232Z UID:3964-1720569600-1721606399@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Explorer Long Play DESCRIPTION:We are going to strap our kayaks to the roof of a ferry\, motor over fifty miles out to the largest island in the largest lake in the world and go kayaking. This is not a small thing. \nSea Kayaking Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior\nThis is a magical place wrapped up in ancient rock\, thimbleberries and the unforgiving waters of Lake Superior. This unique island park with its moose and wolves is a popular destination for backpackers\, but since it is an island we thought that it would make more sense to explore it by kayak! \nThere will be plenty of time for day hikes\, brisk swims\, good lake trout fishing\, kayaking and listening to the loons. Like you\, no two of these trips are the same. We plan these trips together with you based on the weather outlook\, personal tastes\, goals and skills. Our style is not to bag miles\, but to take a deep dive into Superior kayaking and the island’s nature AND culture. No one has guided more trips here than we have or developed deeper relationships with the park staff. \nNOTE: In many ways this trip is similar to our Explorer trip\, but this is MORE exploratory. Paddling skills for this will be on par with the Explorer option\, but this trip is longer\, with more flexible camping otpions and range further from our start point. Where we will get to and how long we spend in each place is based on weather… and whether we want to move or stay. Think flexible\, fun\, and more ambitious. This can be used as a Level 3 Trip Leader Training trip\, if so desired. Early season means fewer crowds\, longer daylight hours\, better fishing and\, probably\, slightly more hungry mosquitoes. \nTo ensure your safety and maintain the flexibility of small camps\, we limit this trip to only five participants. \nPaddling Skills\nIsle Royale Explorer trips are\nappropriate for intermediate paddlers -this means that you should be comfortable paddling 8-15 miles/day in 2-3 ft seas in up to 15 knots of wind and be familiar with group rescues. If you are not\, we do offer a number of weekend skills workshops to help you grow those skills. \nIf you have past formal training\, then ACA Levels 2 – 4 are appropriate. ACA levels are explained here. \n\nSample Itinerary for 12 Day trip\n(includes 2 travel days)\nDay 1: Arrival Day in Copper Harbor\nRendezvous in Copper Harbor at 5:00 PM at the Minnetonka Resort for a quick backcountry packing orientation. \nDay 2\n7 AM meet-up at the dock of the Isle Royale Queen for the 3.5 hour ride to Rock Harbor. Organize and pack for the short paddle to the first campsite. \nDays 3-10\nThe heart of the trip–you’ll find yourself paddling an average of 4 or 5 hours/day sandwiched with day hikes\, fishing\, shooting photos\, looking for Moose and listening to the music of our largest freshwater sea. We may choose a layover at a particularly nice campsite to give us more time to explore and linger a bit. You should be prepared for temps between 40- 80…bring a wool hat and a swimsuit. We’ll be covering 60 to 100 miles total with some days being relaxing and some challenging. You can count on learning lots of new paddle skills and having a truly spectacular experience. \nDay 11\nIn the afternoon\, we’ll be ferried back to Copper Harbor for a last group dinner and a good night’s sleep at the Minnetonka. \nDay 12 (July 21)\nTravel day: you move on to your next adventure\, whether a drive home or an extended exploration of the fabulous Keweenaw Peninsula. \n\nDates for 2024\nJuly 10 – July 21 \n\nNote: These trips fill fast\, but we will have a wait list. Please call 248-224-1044 or email to check availability or to be wait-listed.\n \nIsle Royale Kayaking Trip Cost Includes:\n\nOne night double occupancy lodging before and one after in Copper Harbor (Single occupancy rates available)\nRound trip ferry fees for both you and your kayak\nExpert instructor guides\nAll group gear (tents\, kitchen gear\, dry bags\, safety and camp gear)\nNational Park Service permits and daily user fee\nGourmet backcountry fare\n\nWhat’s Not Included:\n\nTravel to and from Copper Harbor\nKayak rental: If you are going to need a kayak\, you should add that as an add-on to your booking\, to be sure we have one for you.\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list. It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear.\nGuide gratuities (5-10% suggested)\nTravel Insurance\n\nKayaking Equipment\nWe do not include kayaks on this trip because most paddlers at this level have their own. Your boat should be a touring kayak at least 16 feet long\, with front and rear bulkheads. High performance expedition-equipped rentals are available from us with prior reservation: They include PFD\, carbon hybrid paddle (Werner Shuna is our standard)\, sprayskirt and pump. We will transport your rental boat for you. We offer a variety of sizes and models from Current Designs\, Wilderness Systems and NDK…with drop skegs and day hatches. \nFAQs\nFrequently Asked Questions \n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a $500 deposit. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $500 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the trip. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! You may need to choose the fare you want and then zero out the fare that the system initially chooses. Let us know if you have any difficulty. \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy \nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-explorer-long-play/ LOCATION:Isle Royale\, Isle Royale National Park\, Isle Royale\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Isle Royale,Kayak Instruction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/se-ak_0029_Layer-49.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20240116T162310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240204T230012Z UID:4128-1718841600-1719187199@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Sleeping Bear Sampler: Rescues and Rolling (RnR) Kayak Skills 2024 DESCRIPTION:Although this program runs on the same schedule as our other boot camp weekends\, this one is focused on Rescues and Recoveries…whether it be group or self rescues including rolling. That doesn’t mean we won’t get out and do some paddling\, but it does mean that rescue scenarios and rolling for real may be part of it. So\, if you have been through a few strokes clinics and have some rescue skills already under your belt\, this is a way to broaden that skill set and test them in a supportive setting where you’ve got plenty of safety nets in place….the group. Whatever kayak you use\, you’ll learn to expand your capabilities with it. \nKayaking is one way to interact with water. There are a lot of different disciplines…whitewater\, simple small lake and river recreational kayaking\, sea kayaking\, surf kayaking\, olympic slalom\, Greenland style traditional; hard to know what direction to go you have a better idea of what kind of kayaking you develop an interest in. You yourself probably won’t know until you get some time on the water. It’s a llfesport that can evolve as you do. We urge you not to invest too much in any sort of kayaking gear until you get some instructional time and you have a better sense of what style of paddling and venue you have available to you. You’ll make better purchase decisions. In addition to the beautiful scenery\, this program will introduce all styles and the commonalities between them\, but we do use primarily touring/sea kayaks in our programs.\n Note that this RnR weekend will focus on improving rescue and rolling skills. \n\nItinerary\nDay 1\nArrive after dinner between 7-9 PM. We’ll get acquainted\, settled and provide an orientation for the rest of the weekend. \nDay 2\nGet fitted for kayaks and gear and head to our inland lake training site for some hands-on skills. The focus for the weekend will be on practicing different types of rescues with all types of boats and situations. Lots of scenarios and decision making! We’ll start learning the skills necessary to roll. Dinner BBQ here at Casa de Kayak followed by kayak videos\, tall tales and good night’s sleep. \nDay 3\nDepending on weather\, we’ll find a local water source appropriate for both learning skills and sightseeing in the area. We’ll gather for dinner at a local restaurant/pub after we get off the water. Whether we’re in soggy sandals or wetsuits\, we’ll be welcome for some great food and drink after a good day of paddling. \nDay 4\nAfter a fine brunch\, we’ll gear up for a morning session on things you want to work on\, focusing on ideal to real and finding safe work-arounds for challenges. We should have you back on the road by 2pm. \n\n \nDates for 2024\nJune 20 – 23 \n \nWhat’s Included:\n\nACA Qualified Instructors\nQuality on and off-water instruction\nKayak\, sprayskirts\, paddle\, and PFD (unless you choose to bring your own\nRustic river home accommodations or camping site (depending on registration)\nThree breakfasts\nTwo dinners (Plan to eat out at a local establishment one night)\n\n\nWhat’s Not Included and What You Should Bring:\n\nTransportation to the site\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October\, can be rented from us for a flat rate of $20. Drysuit if you have one.\nSynthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms\, can be worn under shorts too for a very comfortable if not very stylish ensemble.\nFleece jacket\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nNeoprene boots: We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nSunscreen\nSunhat\nReusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles. \nLunch supplies (refrigerator available)\nSnacks\nAlcohol or preferred adult beverages\nOne dinner at a local establishment\nGuide Gratuity (Suggested 10%+ of course cost)\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/sleeping-bear-sampler-rescues-and-rolling-kayak-skills-2024/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction,Lodge Based,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/instruction-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240616T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240616T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20240123T223729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T020734Z UID:4150-1718542800-1718557200@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Kayaking II DESCRIPTION:Student to instructor ratio: 5:1 max.\nStep 2 on your path to better paddling skills. After an initial assessment of your kayaking skills\, you will learn stroke enhancements that will help you turn better and travel forward with less energy expended. After a stroke tune-up\, we’ll introduce you to better bracing\, which can help you further avoid those nasty immersions\, bow rescues\, non-roll solo rescues (paddle rescue float\, etc.) and the components of a successful roll will then be covered during the “wet” session. You’ll also be introduced to “risk management” as it relates to sea kayaking in the places you plan to play. (4 hour course) \nDates for 2023\nJune 16\, 1pm – 5pm\n(Contact us for a discount code if you plan to do the full day Fundamentals I and II)\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\nACA Qualified Instructors\nQuality on and off-water instruction\nKayak\, sprayskirts\, paddle\, and PFD (unless you choose to bring your own\n\n What’s Not Included and What You Should Bring: \n\nTransportation to the site\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October\, can be rented from us for a flat rate of $20. Drysuit if you have one.\nWater; Reusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles.\nSunscreen\nBrimmed hat\nSunglasses with retainer\nNon-cotton shorts/pants and shirt. For example\, Synthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms. \nWater shoes or neoprene booties – no sandals\, if possible. We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nTowel and dry clothes (something warm) to change into after the lesson\nSnack\nLunch supplies (if you are doing both Foundations I and II – Full Day)\nGuide Gratuity\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with payment. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/fundamentals-of-kayaking-ii/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Kayak Instruction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/sleeping-bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240616T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20240123T145002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240204T001929Z UID:4137-1718524800-1718539200@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Kayaking I DESCRIPTION:Student to instructor ratio: 5:1 maximum\nBeginning with “land school”\, you’ll learn a bit about what kayaks work best for what conditions\, choosing gear\, boat fit\, dressing for paddling\, kayak and paddle design\, carrying and loading kayaks… before we even leave the beach! Next you will learn good techniques for fundamental kayaking strokes: forward\, backward and stop. You will also learn to stabilize your kayak with a solid low brace and turning with sweep strokes. The final part of the kayaking class will be spent working on “wet exits” and group rescue practice\, including a variety of methods of T-Rescue. (4 hour course) \nPlease come prepared with drinking water and appropriate clothing for immersion: quick dry layers (no cotton)\, a wetsuit if you have it and any kayaking gear of your own. Meet up by 9 am at 6721 Grace Road\, Benzonia\, 49616. \nDates for 2023\nJune 16\, 8am – Noon\n (Contact us for a discount code if you plan to do the full day Fundamentals I and II) \nWhat’s Included: \n\nACA Qualified Instructors\nQuality on and off-water instruction\nKayak\, sprayskirts\, paddle\, and PFD (unless you choose to bring your own\n\n What’s Not Included and What You Should Bring: \n\nTransportation to the site\nFarmer John/Jane style wetsuit: for May/June/September/October\, can be rented from us for a flat rate of $20. Drysuit if you have one.\nWater; Reusable water bottle — please DO NOT bring single use plastic water bottles.\nSunscreen\nBrimmed hat\nSunglasses with retainer\nNon-cotton shorts/pants and shirt. For example\, Synthetic or wool long underwear: polypropylene\, polyester\, coolmax\, etc….anything but cotton\, both tops and bottoms. \nWater shoes or neoprene booties – no sandals\, if possible. We try to discourage sandals because they can get tangled in footrests….and that’s bad if you’re upside down.\nPaddling jacket or rain parka.\nTowel and dry clothes (something warm) to change into after the lesson\nSnack\nLunch supplies (if you are doing both Foundations I and II – Full Day)\nGuide Gratuity\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration\n \n\nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with payment. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! \n\n\nView our Refund / Cancellation Policy\nView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/fundamentals-of-kayaking-i/ LOCATION:Uncommon Adventures\, Street Address: 6721 Grace Rd\, Benzonia\, MI\, 49616\, United States CATEGORIES:Kayak Instruction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/aisling-instr2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240520 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20240307T132131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T132527Z UID:4247-1715904000-1716163199@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:L3 ACA Coastal Kayak Instructor IDW or ICE or Update DESCRIPTION:Uncommon Adventures will be co-teaching an ACA Coastal Kayak Instructor IDW or ICE or Update (depending on your needs) with Greg Weiss at Lost Creek Adventures in Cornucopia Wisconsin – gateway to the Apostle Islands! For more information and registration see: Lost Creek Adventures URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/l3-aca-coastal-kayak-instructor-idw-or-ice-or-update/ LOCATION:Lost Creek Adventures\, 22475 Hwy 13\, Cornucopia\, WI\, 54827\, United States CATEGORIES:Great Lakes,Kayak Instruction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/jeremy-vore-instruction-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230828 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20180303T032408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T233432Z UID:2212-1692316800-1693180799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Kayaking Explorer DESCRIPTION:We are going to strap our kayaks to the roof of a ferry\, motor over fifty miles out to \nthe largest island in the largest lake in the world and go kayaking. This is not a \nsmall thing. \nSea Kayaking Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior\nThis is a magical place wrapped up in ancient rock\, thimbleberries and the unforgiving \nwaters of Lake Superior. This unique island park with its moose and wolves is a popular \ndestination for backpackers\, but since it is an island we thought that it would make \nmore sense to explore it by kayak! \nThere will be plenty of time for day hikes\, brisk swims\, good lake trout fishing\, \nkayaking and listening to the loons. Like you\, no two of these trips are the same. We plan these trips together with you based on the weather outlook\, personal tastes\, goals and skills. Our style is not to bag miles\, but to take a deep dive into Superior kayaking and the island’s nature AND culture. No one has guided more trips here than we have or developed deeper relationships with the park staff. \nTo ensure your safety and maintain the flexibility of small camps\, we limit this trip \nto only five participants. \nPaddling Skills\nIsle Royale Explorer trips are \nappropriate for intermediate paddlers -this means that you should be comfortable paddling 8-15 miles/day in 2-3 ft seas in up to 15 knots of wind and be familiar with group rescues. If you are not\, we do offer a number of weekend skills workshops to help you grow those skills. \nIf you have past formal training\, then ACA Levels 2 – 4 are appropriate. ACA levels are explained here. \n\nSample Itinerary for 9 Day trip\n(includes 2 travel days)\nDay 1\nRendezvous in Copper Harbor at 5:00 PM at the Minnetonka Resort for a quick backcountry \npacking orientation. \nDay 2\n7 AM meet-up at the dock of the Isle Royale Queen for the 3.5 hour ride to Rock Harbor. Organize \nand pack for the short paddle to the first campsite. \nDays 3-7\nThe heart of the trip–you’ll find yourself paddling an average of 4 or 5 hours/day \nsandwiched with day hikes\, fishing\, shooting photos\, looking for Moose and listening to \nthe music of our largest freshwater sea. We may choose a layover at a particularly nice \ncampsite to give us more time to explore and linger a bit. You should be prepared for \ntemps between 40- 80…bring a wool hat and a swimsuit. We’ll be covering 50 to 70 \nmiles total with a fairly relaxed pace (9-day trip). You can count on learning lots of \nnew paddle skills and having a truly spectacular experience. \nDay 8\nIn the afternoon\, we’ll be ferried back to Copper Harbor for a last group dinner and a \ngood night’s sleep at the Minnetonka. \nDay 9\nTravel day: you move on to your next adventure\, whether a drive home or an extended exploration of the fabulous Keweenaw Peninsula. \n\nDates for 2023\n\nNote: These trips fill fast\, but we will have a wait list. Please \ncall 248-224-1044 or email to check \navailability or to be wait-listed. \n\nJuly 21 – 29 \n1 Spot Available\n\nAugust 4 – 12\nAugust 18 – 27 \n1 Spot Available\n\n \nIsle Royale Kayaking Trip Cost Includes:\n\nOne night double occupancy lodging before and one after in Copper Harbor (Single occupancy rates available)\nRound trip ferry fees for both you and your kayak\nExpert instructor guides\nAll group gear (tents\, kitchen gear\, dry bags\, safety and camp gear)\nNational Park Service permits and daily user fee\nGourmet backcountry fare\n\nWhat’s Not Included:\n\nTravel to and from Copper Harbor\nKayak rental: If you are going to need a kayak\, you should add that as an add-on to your booking\, to be sure we have one for you.\nPersonal Items: Be sure to review the packing list. It is important that you review this list early on in case you have questions or need to order gear. \nGuide gratuities (5-10% suggested)\nTravel Insurance\n\nKayaking Equipment\nWe do not include kayaks on this trip because most paddlers at this level have their \nown. Your boat should be a touring kayak at least 16 feet long\, with front and rear \nbulkheads. High performance expedition-equipped rentals are available from us with \nprior reservation: They include \nPFD\, carbon hybrid paddle (Werner Shuna is our standard)\, sprayskirt and pump. We will transport your rental boat for \nyou. We offer a variety of sizes and models from Current Designs\, Wilderness Systems and \nNDK…with drop skegs and day hatches. \nFAQs\nFrequently Asked Questions \n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration \n \nNOTE: If a booking date shows on the calendar below\, there is space available but always feel free to call or email with specific questions. If the trip is full and you’d like to be waitlisted\, give us a call. \nReservations are held with a deposit of $300. The price below reflects the full amount\, including service fees; However\, your initial payment will be a $300 deposit (assuming you book 60+ days prior to the course). \nThe remaining amount due will be automatically charged to your credit card 60 days before the course. \nNOTE: You must choose the date of the trip you want before clicking on BOOK NOW. Be sure you are on the right month! \n\nView our Refund / Cancellation PolicyView our COVID Risk Management Statement URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-kayaking-explorer-5/ LOCATION:Isle Royale\, Isle Royale National Park\, Isle Royale\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/isle-royale-kayaking.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Uncommon Adventures":MAILTO:email END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230813 DTSTAMP:20260423T191624 CREATED:20210703T225151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221229T134933Z UID:2892-1691107200-1691884799@mi-paddleadventure.com SUMMARY:Isle Royale Kayaking Explorer DESCRIPTION: URL:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/trip/isle-royale-kayaking-explorer/ CATEGORIES:Camping Based,Great Lakes,Multi-day Trips ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mi-paddleadventure.com/wp-content/uploads/isle-royale-kayaking.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR