Canoeing Wisconsin's Northwoods

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Canoe the lakes of Wisconsin’s Northwoods and visit historic sites as you investigate a quaking bog, and spot unique wildlife.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Paddle The Manitowish River, a locally famous area often described by renowned phenologist, John Bates
    • Investigate a northern quaking bog by walking out on the mat of floating vegetation and examining the unique plant life there
    • Learn canoe strokes such as backward, forward, draw, pry, rudder, sweep and J-stroke as you explore a low-traffic, six-mile stretch of the Upper Wisconsin River

What's this trip about?

    Canoe the lakes of Wisconsin’s Northwoods and visit historic sites as you investigate a quaking bog, and spot unique wildlife.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityEagle River, WI
End CityEagle River, WI

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • Education / Learning
  • National Parks
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

Destinations

Activities

  • Canoeing
  • Nature
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • 6 nights of accommodations
    • 16 meals (6B, 5L, 5D)
    • 4 expert-led lectures
    • 9 expert-led field trips
    • 1 hands-on experience
    • An experienced Group Leader
    • Customary gratuities throughout the program
    • Road Scholar Assurance Plan
    • Taxes

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Travel Map

Day 1

Check-in / Local Wine and Snacks Social / Orientation
Location: Eagle River, WI Meal: D Hotel: Lodge at Trees For Tomorrow Activity note: We will get to know each other at a wine social, dinner, and orientation evening. Afternoon: Arrival - Check in at the Education Hall from 3-4:30 PM. Participants will get a name tag ...
Day 2

Canoe Instruction / Bog Investigation / Canoe Baker/Tamarack
Location: Eagle River, WI Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Lodge at Trees For Tomorrow Activity note: We will develop and hone our paddling skills during a morning out on the water. In the afternoon, we will explore a unique quaking bog! Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:30 AM. Morning...
Day 3

Sylvania Wilderness / Bond Falls/ Summer Public Program
Location: Eagle River, WI Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Lodge at Trees For Tomorrow Activity note: We will have the privilege of exploring the Upper Peninsula of Michigan all day. In the morning, we will visit Sylvania Wilderness area in the Ottawa National Forest. Canoeing is a g...
Day 4

Franklin Lake Hike / Free Afternoon / Canoe Ninemile Lake
Location: Eagle River, WI Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Lodge at Trees For Tomorrow Activity note: We'll rest our arms today and tour the Nicolet national forest on foot at 1-mi. Franklin lake Nature trail. An afternoon off allows for personal exploration of the area. During the e...
Day 5

Manitowish River /Dinner on own
Location: Eagle River, WI Meal: B,L Hotel: Lodge at Trees For Tomorrow Activity note: Now that we have practiced our skills, we will add the challenge of canoeing on a river. We will paddle and approximately 6-mi. stretch of the beautiful Manitowish River. Afterward, we...
Day 6

Wisconsin River /Water Quality /Closing /Meet a Raptor
Location: Eagle River, WI Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Lodge at Trees For Tomorrow Activity note: We will continue to practice our river canoeing skills with a journey on the Wisconsin River. Later, we'll explore how scientists study water quality, and do a little bit of water te...
Day 7

Departure
Location: Eagle River, WI Meal: B Activity note: Enjoy a morning breakfast before departing for home. Thank you for visiting! Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:00 AM. Morning: Departure by 9:00 AM. Please leave your room key and name tag in your room. Safe Travels!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $699
Price per day$100
Last Updated: 9/22/2021

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Meals Included
  • 16 Meals
  • 6 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 5 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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