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705.739.9694
31 Commerce Park Drive - Unit A3 - Barrie, ON
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705.739.9694
31 Commerce Park Drive - Unit A3 - Barrie, ON
2012-05-20
Suited for those who want to learn fundamentals of map reading, plotting a course and how to navigate. Whether a beginner or experienced Adventure Racer, this course is for you!
TIME: 10am to 4:30om
LOCATION: Sojourn, Barrie store
Cost: $40 for instruction
Dates: April 28 or May 20
2012-05-23
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-05-27
We'll guide you up the steep hills and down into the narrow valleys on this energetic walk through the splendor of the escarpment. You will explore lots of scenic variety along the trail as you traverse the many streams, bridges, woods, meadows and undulations.
DATE: May 27 & Oct 21
COST: $ 12 per person (Bring your own lunch)
2012-05-29
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-06-02
Learn about the "Barefoot" revolution in footwear ...run, walk, yoga, gym or getting wet natually! We are proud to offer the largest selection of barefoot shoes. From FIVE FINGERS, to KEEN, to VIVO to MERRELL, we have a range of footwear that includes on-road, off-road, amphibious and multi-terrain. Come and learn from the best! Guarantee you're gonna love em!
Special pricing, fun contests and great prizes!
2012-06-03
Starting from Jack's Lake, we'll explore banks that are home to a variety of plants and animals and experience the unique transition from wildlife habitat to cottage waterfront before exiting at historic Scoonertown Park in Wasaga Beach.
COST: $ 50 per person (we supply canoe)
2012-06-04
Join in on a SUP hour or so of fun exercise on the water. Can be a refreshing, relaxing and a great workout all in one go! This sport can be one of the best activities for developing core strength with a smile on your face!
Dates: Every Mon. & Wed. night at 7 pm from June 4 to Aug. 27 and Every Tues. & Thurs. morning at 7 am from June 5 to Aug. 30
Cost: $25.00 per person (we supply sup board)
2012-06-05
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-06-06
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-06-07
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-06-09
This one day advanced course is suited for those who already know the fundamentals of map reading and using a compass or have taken our introductory clinic. In Copeland Forest, we will put theory to practice by plotting out way points, creating a route and challenging your skills to finding targeted destinations with your map and compass. It will be a full day outdoors so come prepared to test and/or improve your navigation skills within the forest.
Date: June 9 or June 24
Cost: $55 for instruction (bring your own lunch)
2012-06-10
A day for the true fitness adventurer - this challenging hike over the rocky landscape of the Georgian Bay area demands a brisk pace with sturdy hiking boots. This splendor is rewarded with breathtaking cliff-top vistas over blue waters and wind-swept shores. If the temperature is right there will be an opportunity for a swim at the narrows if anyone is game.
DATES: June 10 & Oct. 6
COST: $ 12 per person (bring your own lunch)
2012-06-12
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-06-14
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-06-16
This 12-14km hike will explore the cliff sides and valleys of the PrettyRiver and Osler Bluffs. The area provides a wonderful vista of the NottawasagaBay looking out at the edge of Collingwood. Starting at the river valley we will make a big climb up to the bluffs. It is long and steady climb thru the forest & over the limestone outcrops that takes us high atop the Niagara Escarpment. Great photo opportunities along the trail so bring your camera!
Date: June 16 & Sept. 29
Cost: $ 12 (bring your own lunch)
2012-06-16
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-06-17
Hike in and canoe out or canoe in and hike out – all in the same day!
Steady to moderate pace hike with hilly, rough terrain and a moderate paddle pace.
The group will divide at the trailhead (some with canoes and some with hiking boots) and then meet at the Narrows along the shoreline a few hours later for lunch & a swim. This is where we will switch places and then meet back at the cars. How fun is that? McCrae Lake is known for it’s diversity of breathtaking cliff-top vistas over the wind swept shores of limestone rock and the colonies of blue heron nesting in the low areas. We supply the canoes you bring your hiking boots!
Date: June 17 & Sept. 9
Cost: $ 50 per person (bring your own lunch)
2012-06-19
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-06-20
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-06-23
Join in on the fastest growing water sport in the world!
Demo Day and Ontario SUP Race
Saturday June 23 - 9 a.m.
Barrie's Waterfront - Centennial Beach with Certified Intructors, Sojourn is the leader in this amazing, fun sport!
Learn about upcoming Demo Days, lessons, day trips and more ...
2012-06-24
This one day advanced course is suited for those who already know the fundamentals of map reading and using a compass or have taken our introductory clinic. In Copeland Forest, we will put theory to practice by plotting out way points, creating a route and challenging your skills to finding targeted destinations with your map and compass. It will be a full day outdoors so come prepared to test and/or improve your navigation skills within the forest.
Date: June 9 or June 24
Cost: $55 for instruction (bring your own lunch)
2012-06-26
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-06-27
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-06-28
A two hour evening clinic in KempenfeltBay. Learn all you need to know about kayak rescues - Kayak over kayak, Eskimo rescues, self rescues and much more.
Dates: June 28, July 19, August 16
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
2012-06-30
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-06-30
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-07-03
A casual and peaceful paddle along the shores of Kempenfelt Bay under the light of the full moon! Basic experience necessary!
Dates: July 3, Aug. 2
COST: $40 per person (we supply kayak)
2012-07-04
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-07-05
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-07-07
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-07-07
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-07-10
Two hour sessions on the many ways to roll a kayak safely & efficiently by use of body motion and/or a paddle. Specialize in techniques that work best for you. Small group instruction in KempenfeltBay.
Dates: July 10, July 25, Aug. 23
Cost: $ 60. per person (we supply kayak)
2012-07-10
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-07-11
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-07-12
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-07-14
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-07-15
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-07-15
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-07-17
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-07-18
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-07-19
A two hour evening clinic in KempenfeltBay. Learn all you need to know about kayak rescues - Kayak over kayak, Eskimo rescues, self rescues and much more.
Dates: June 28, July 19, August 16
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
2012-07-21
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-07-21
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-07-22
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-07-24
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-07-25
Two hour sessions on the many ways to roll a kayak safely & efficiently by use of body motion and/or a paddle. Specialize in techniques that work best for you. Small group instruction in KempenfeltBay.
Dates: July 10, July 25, Aug. 23
Cost: $ 60. per person (we supply kayak)
2012-07-28
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-07-28
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-07-29
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-08-02
A casual and peaceful paddle along the shores of Kempenfelt Bay under the light of the full moon! Basic experience necessary!
Dates: July 3, Aug. 2
COST: $40 per person (we supply kayak)
2012-08-09
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-08-11
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-08-12
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-08-14
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-08-14
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-08-16
A two hour evening clinic in KempenfeltBay. Learn all you need to know about kayak rescues - Kayak over kayak, Eskimo rescues, self rescues and much more.
Dates: June 28, July 19, August 16
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
2012-08-18
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-08-18
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-08-19
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-08-21
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-08-23
Two hour sessions on the many ways to roll a kayak safely & efficiently by use of body motion and/or a paddle. Specialize in techniques that work best for you. Small group instruction in KempenfeltBay.
Dates: July 10, July 25, Aug. 23
Cost: $ 60. per person (we supply kayak)
2012-08-25
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-08-25
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-08-26
Modestly paced day trips designed for novice or experienced paddlers. Venture out from the shoreline of Woods Bay to explore the sheltered blue waters of The Massasauga Provincial Park. From Moon Island to Sharpe Island to Wreck Island and beyond enjoy some of Georgian Bay’s famous inland lakes and Island groups. (lunch and kayak provided)
July 7, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 18, Aug. 19, Aug.26
COST: $85 per person
2012-08-28
These 2 1/2 hour sessions are designed to teach fundamentals of kayaking, including strokes and safety maneuvers. Useful whether you just paddle a cottage lake or want to venture further into larger bodies of water.
Evenings: June 7, June 20, July 5, July 12, July 24, Aug. 9, Aug. 14, Aug.28
Sat. Morning: June 16, June 30, July 21, July 28 Aug. 25
Cost: $60 per person (we supply kayak)
Additional dates may be scheduled
2012-08-28
Stand Up Paddling is easy to learn & is a non-intimidating activity that appeals to all ages and physical abilities. Participants are able to quickly progress & develop the skills necessary to improve fitness or simply enjoy the experience of “walking on water”! SUP is a multi-dimensional sport that promotes balance, strength, & endurance. All SUP lessons are 1 ½ hours.
Evening: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 31 Aug. 14, 21, 28
Sat. Morning: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $50 per person (we supply board)
2012-09-09
Hike in and canoe out or canoe in and hike out – all in the same day!
Steady to moderate pace hike with hilly, rough terrain and a moderate paddle pace.
The group will divide at the trailhead (some with canoes and some with hiking boots) and then meet at the Narrows along the shoreline a few hours later for lunch & a swim. This is where we will switch places and then meet back at the cars. How fun is that? McCrae Lake is known for it’s diversity of breathtaking cliff-top vistas over the wind swept shores of limestone rock and the colonies of blue heron nesting in the low areas. We supply the canoes you bring your hiking boots!
Date: June 17 & Sept. 9
Cost: $ 50 per person (bring your own lunch)
2012-09-16
Explore the cliffs and valleys of the Duncan Crevice Caves Nature Reserve as well as Metcalfe Rock by Kolapore. Home to ancient dwarfed cedar trees that grow from limestone cliffs. Adventurous climbers are often sighted scaling Metcalfe Rock.
DATE: May 12 & Sept. 16
COST: $12 per person (bring your own lunch)
2012-09-29
This hike will explore the cliff sides and valleys of the Pretty River and Osler Bluffs. The area provides a wonderful vista of the NottawasagaBay looking out at the edge of Collingwood. Starting at the river valley we will make a big climb up to the bluffs. It is long and steady climb thru the forest & over the limestone outcrops that takes us high atop the Niagara Escarpment. Great photo opportunities along the trail so bring your camera!
Date: June 16 & Sept. 29
Cost: $ 12 (bring your own lunch)
2012-09-30
An opportunity to test paddle various kayaks and canoes at Minet’s Point in Barrie. Tell us in advance what type of boats you wish to test.
Time is 6:00 pm till dusk.
Dates: Evenings - May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 14, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 26 Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Cost: Free
2012-10-04
Galaxy Theatre Barrie - 7 pm
Tickets on sale now -
Join us for the best high adrenaline films from
The Banff Mountain Film Festival!
2012-10-06
A day for the true fitness adventurer - this challenging hike over the rocky landscape of the Georgian Bay area demands a brisk pace with sturdy hiking boots. This splendor is rewarded with breathtaking cliff-top vistas over blue waters and wind-swept shores. If the temperature is right there will be an opportunity for a swim at the narrows if anyone is game.
DATES: June 10 & Oct. 6
COST: $ 12 per person (bring your own lunch)
2012-10-21
We'll guide you up the steep hills and down into the narrow valleys on this energetic walk through the splendor of the escarpment. You will explore lots of scenic variety along the trail as you traverse the many streams, bridges, woods, meadows and undulations.
DATE: May 27 & Oct 21
COST: $ 12 per person (Bring your own lunch)
Sunday, May 27, 2012
We'll guide you up the steep hills and down into the narrow valleys on this energetic walk through the splendor of the escarpment. You will explore lots of scenic variety along the trail as you traverse the many streams, bridges, woods, meadows and undulations.
DATE: May 27 & Oct 21
COST: $ 12 per person (Bring your own lunch)
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Suited for those who want to learn fundamentals of map reading, plotting a course and how to navigate. Whether a beginner or experienced Adventure Racer, this course is for you!
TIME: 10am to 4:30om
LOCATION: Sojourn, Barrie store
Cost: $40 for instruction
Dates: April 28 or May 20
