Kayak Touring on Lake Chelan - Package

Known for its rugged mountain scenery and crystal clear water, this 55 mile long, fjord-like lake offers a variety of options for the beginner to expert kayaker. Our touring kayaks are much more stable than river kayaks and the rudder system makes learning easy. Paddling on Lake Chelan offers magnificent views of the North Cascades and a variety of wildlife. Professional guides who will guide you through the experience at your own pace. This package is geared toward folks with all skill levels but do remember that Lake Chelan can become quite tempestuous at times. We will always error on the side of safety so if it is windy during the time frame that you must be out on open water it is at our discretion that we will put you in a more stable double kayak or even require you to ride in the support boat if safety or group dynamics require.

If you are ready for a little more adventure, then sign-up for this trip. We include all of the equipment and food for your trip. Our experienced guides will accompany you the entire way ensuring an enjoyable experience. A support boat will also accompany the trip to provide transport in bad weather. This package includes round trip boat transportation to Stehekin and back as well.

August 19 - 22, 2007
$450 + tax

Day One. Catch the Lady Express in Chelan at 8:30 AM or at Fields Point at 9:20. We will meet you at the boat dock at 10:45 and will take you to Stehekin Pastry Company for lunch and participant introductions. After lunch we will outfit folks with the kayak that fits their skill level and work on basic instruction and safety procedures. While taking a tour of the upper estuary of Lake Chelan we will ascertain the skills and needs of participants. After this tour and orientation we will go to Stehekin Valley Ranch where we will settle into a tent cabin for the night with dinner supplied by The Ranch.

Day Two. After breakfast at the ranch spend the morning paddling to Moore Point. (Stehekin-Moore Point, 7 miles) The afternoon offers you the choice of hiking or exploring the waters around Moore Point from your kayak or taking a stroll on the Lakeshore Trail. We will be camping here At Moore Point which was at one time the location of the Moore Inn but this has been erased and it is now a nice public campground.

Day Three. Paddle two miles to Lucerne where we will catch a bus for a tour of the historical mining town of Holden. This is an incredible piece of the Lake Chelan history the facilities are currently used as a church retreat. We will camp either at Lucerne or Holden this night depending on the weather and other variables.

Day Four. You will have the option of spending more time in your kayak around the Lucerne area or of taking a day hike to Domke Lake. Depending on your choice of activity and what your plans are on your return to Chelan you can either catch the Lady Express back down lake or take the Lady II, which runs later in the day.

Overnight Kayak Gear List

This is a professionally guided trip and includes the single or double Current Design kayak, paddle, life jacket, paddle float, and skirt. We supply and prepare all food for this trip and supply the tents. You are required to bring your own pad and sleeping bag as well as your personal gear and warm clothing.

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