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Guided Boundary Waters Canoe Trips with River Point Outfitting
Featured on the CBS EARLY SHOW
"Paddle the Quiet Side"™
Pro-Guide, James, as seen on the CBS EARLY SHOW in a special feature on River Point's guided
Boundary Waters canoe trips from Ely, Minnesota.
 No list of the best in secluded wilderness vacation getaways would be complete without the Midwest's crown jewel, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
adjacent to Ely, Minnesota. Named one of the "50 Places of a Lifetime" to visit by National Geographic Traveler, this remote wilderness area stretches some 1.1 million acres across the border of northern Minnesota and Canada.
Charles Kuralt noted,
"If it is absolute solitude you want, you have only to paddle far enough."
For a multitude of vacationers to the famous Boundary Waters,
guided fishing is only half the reason to visiting this incredibly vast wilderness area. Adventure and exploration, and yes, relaxation and solitude are what many
Boundary Waters travelers are seeking.
Guides enhances this overall experience by lending knowledge and expertise of the dramatic history of the area, the points of interest, the flora and fauna,
and the wildlife. Along your route, you will learn many tips to utilize when you are canoeing and camping in the North Woods.
A guided
Boundary Waters canoe trip is the best method to experience all the Boundary Waters has to offer.
At River Point Outfitting Co. three types of Guided
Boundary Waters Canoe Trips are offered:
River Point Outfitting Co.'s Guided Boundary
Waters Specialty Canoe Trips were recently featured on the CBS EARLY SHOW. Try the Wolf Howling Package for adults and family canoeing adventures as written about in OUTSIDE TRAVELER MAGAZINE.
Guided
Boundary Waters Day Canoe Trips
 This is the perfect option if you only have limited time in the North Country of Minnesota and want to spend it sampling the beauty and tranquility of the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area by paddling for just a day.
Our knowledgeable guides will provide an introduction to the Boundary Waters BWCA
for you. The day trip may be fishing focused, or the focus
may be to paddle, take pictures, and simply for the
enjoyment of the incredible scenery. All necessary equipment
will be provided to make this a memorable experience on your
guided Boundary Waters canoe trip.
| 1-2 persons |
$245 |
| Additional persons |
$40 each |
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Nonrefundable Deposit: $100/person
Rates are per person and include the following:
- Canoe
- Life Jacket
- Your choice of bent shaft or straight paddle
- Live Bait (if the focus of the day is on fishing)
- Lunch - maybe even a fish fry!
- Transport to the BWCA entry point
- Guide's Expertise
A typical day trip begins at approximately 8 am or earlier. Return is approximately 4 pm. You provide beverages in plastic bottles, sunscreen, bug spray, camera, and if you are going to fish, provide your own rod and reel, or rent from River Point at $6 per each.
Tax, Fishing License, Fishing Tackle and Guide Gratuity are additional. Rates subject to change.
Guided Overnight Customized Canoe Trips
From River Point's strategically
located lakebase in Ely, Minnesota, a number of great guided
Boundary Waters canoe trip routes can be accessed. Simply indicate your interests and the time of year you want to paddle the Boundary Waters and a perfect customized guided wilderness adventure will be designed for you, or you and your group! A trip may be tailored to include sight-seeing, bird watching, photography, wildlife viewing, fishing, waterfall viewing, or just plain relaxation and solitude, or a combination of several interests.
Custom means custom - you name it, and we will "make it happen!"
Custom canoe trips are great for corporate team building programs, too, or for various clubs. Any date (dependent upon USFS travel permit availability) and itinerary can be accommodated, as our
Boundary Waters canoe/camping guides are experienced and knowledgeable in all permit areas of the BWCA
for Boundary Waters guided trips.
You may select from our Ultralight Complete Outfitting Package or the Comfort Plus Package. You may also customize our Kayak Adventure Package with the addition of a guide.
Guide's Fee
- 1-2 Persons: $175/day; Additional Persons: $25/day
- Guide's Equipment & Food: $35/day
Nonrefundable Deposit: $250/person
The Guide's Fee is added onto the cost of the completely outfitted package rate
Tax, Fishing License, Bait, Tackle, Guide Gratuity, USFS Permit & User Fees are additional.
Guided
Boundary Waters Specialty Canoe Trips
FEATURED ON THE CBS EARLY SHOW
ADVENTURE ON YOUR NEXT VACATION? "(CBS) If you're tired of dragging your kids to theme parks every summer vacation, maybe it's time for a travel adventure.
Mike Roberts, the senior editor from Outside Magazine, visits The Early Show to talk about the wild vacation ideas in Minnesota's Boundary Waters [with River Point Outfitting Co.]that are sure to excite everybody in your family. . ." "Guided
Boundary Waters canoe trips incorporate the adventure of paddling with swimming, hiking, fishing, sightseeing,
wildlife viewing, photography, and just plain relaxing."
"Hundreds of lakes dot this vast wilderness, so many that some are yet to be named. . ."
River Point Outfitting Co. offers great options for guided
Boundary Waters canoe trip adventures, if you would like to join a group of people that share similar interests as you. Come solo and join a group. Or bring your family, children, or friends and a trip will be planned for
just your group.
Check out the Wolf Howling Package as featured in OUTSIDE TRAVELER MAGAZINE. Perfect for all-adult groups, or for family canoeing adventures.
Guided Boundary Waters Fishing Packages
Some of the world's best fresh water fishing lies in the famous Boundary Waters Canoe Area wilderness, including feisty smallmouth bass, golden walleyes, and giant northern pike. You will enjoy the most gorgeous scenery in Minnesota at the same time. The cool, clean waters are teeming with trophy size fish, as well as the "perfect-size eaters." Truly, the Boundary Waters is an angler's (or a fly-fisherperson's) paradise!
How do you get to the exact right lake, and that perfect fishing hole?
A River Point guide is the answer!
June is the perfect time to enjoy Boundary Waters
fishing. Your River Point guide will share his
or her knowledge of different rods, angling and fly-fishing techniques, presentations, and much more. Be prepared for exciting fishing and a superb amount of old-fashioned FUN! Catch and Release is practiced, but plan on delicious fish fries back at the campsite, too!
Bring your favorite rods and reels for spinning, bait-casting, and fly fishing, lures, and tackle. You can also check out the on-site Bait and Tackle Shop at River Point Outfitting.
DATES: June 2-7,
June 9-14, June 16-21, June 23-28, June 30-July 5 |
DIFFICULTY: Beginner to Intermediate Level |
| AREA: Boundary Waters |
LENGTH OF TRIP: 6 Days, 5 Nights |
| RATE: $895 |
RECREATION: Canoeing, Fishing, Sight-seeing |
Trip Start Date: Arrive at River Point on Sunday, with
the guided canoe/camping trip beginning on Monday, June
2, 9, 16, 23, or June 30th, 2008.
If these dates
do not fit your schedule, or if you would like a shorter
guided fishing trip, contact RPO, as a custom trip to fit
your needs can be arranged.
Nonrefundable Deposit: $250/person.
Rates are per person and subject to change. Must have a minimum of 2 persons, and maximum of 8 persons for this trip.
Included in the Boundary Waters Guided Fishing Package:
- One night bunkhouse lodging at River Point the night prior to the canoe trip: Sunday, June
1, June 8, June 15, June 22, or June 29, 2008.
- Breakfast the morning of the start of the canoe trip: (Monday) in the Wildwood Lodge at River Point
- Showers before and after the trip
- 6 Day Complete Outfitting with the Comfort Plus Package, kevlar canoes, all equipment, and fine food
- Guide's Expertise
You may want to upgrade your "before the canoe trip" lodging choice to a brand new
resort Chalet. Beautiful, log-furnished, designer inspired "Up North" lodging with queen bed or twin bed, full kitchens with dishwasher, gas fireplace in the living room, private deck with gas grill and scenic lake view. Ask about it.
US Permit, US User Fees, Tax, Fishing License, Guide Gratuity, Tackle, and Canadian Camping Fees and Remote Area Border Crossing ($30 CD) if traveling into Canada, are additional.
Resort lodging at River Point after the guided
Boundary Waters canoe trip on Saturday, June
7, June 14, June 21, June 28, or July 5th is optional. Consider staying a night or two in the Chalet lodging option both before and after the canoe trip.
Guided
Boundary Waters 5-Day Voyageur Paddle
Trace a historical voyageur route with one of our top guides for a relaxing adventure in the
Boundary Waters BWCA with plenty of time to explore, fish, swim, and develop new or improve existing canoe/camping skills. Canoe country was explored by the early Voyageurs, or "travelers" who operated the canoes of those who were the fur traders in this bygone era. These French/Canadian Voyageurs were a hearty lot and the legends of their travels and exploration are a huge part of the history of the North Country.
We promise you will not work as hard a the Voyageurs did! We will linger during our breaks with plenty of time to discover the beauty of the area and its superb fishing.
Bring your rod and reel if you want to try your hand at fishing, and be prepared with camera to "catch" a photo of the abundant wildlife.
| DATES: Each Monday of June, July and August (other dates by arrangement) |
DIFFICULTY: Beginner to Intermediate Level
Available for groups with all adults, and perfect for families with children
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| AREA: Boundary Waters |
LENGTH OF TRIP: 5 Days, 4 Nights |
| RATE: $749 |
RECREATION: Canoeing, Sight-seeing, Fishing, Swimming, Photography |
Trip Start Dates: Each Monday of June, July, and August.
Nonrefundable Deposit: $250/person
Rates are per person and subject to change. Must have a minimum of 2 persons, and maximum of 8 persons for this trip.
Included in the Guided 5-Day Voyageur Package:
- 5 Day complete outfitting with the Comfort Plus Package, Kevlar canoes, all equipment, and tasty food
- Breakfast on the morning of the start of the canoe trip in the beautiful Wildwood Lodge at River Point
- Showers before and after the trip
- Guide's Expertise
US Permit, US User Fees, Taxes, fishing licenses,
bait & tackle, if you will fish, lodging at River Point the night prior to the canoe trip, and guide gratuity are additional.
You may want to rent one of River Point
Resort's brand new Chalets both before and after the
Boundary Waters guided canoe trip adventure. Beautiful, log-furnished, designer inspired "Up North" lodging with queen or twin beds, full kitchens with dishwasher, gas fireplace in the living room, private deck with gas grill and scenic lake view!
Guided Boundary Waters BWCA Wolf Howling Package
Featured in OUTSIDE TRAVELER MAGAZINE, "Animal Magnetism"
Article
This special package is designed to incorporate the adventure of paddling the Boundary Waters with the intrigue of learning more about the elusive timber wolf. This inclusive
guided canoe trip package is a great choice for adults, as well as youth and children. Late July and August is the perfect time to hear wolves, as the the wolf pups are just learning how to HOWL!
| DATES:
July 20-25, July 28-August 1, August
3-8, August 10-15, August 17-22 |
DIFFICULTY: Beginner to Intermediate Level |
| AREA: Boundary Waters |
LENGTH OF TRIP: 6 Days, 5 Nights |
| RATE: $895 per person |
RECREATION: Canoeing, Wolf Howling, Sight-seeing |
Trip Start Dates: Arrive at River Point on Saturday, and begin the 6-day canoe trip on Sunday: July 20,
27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 2008.
Nonrefundable Deposit: $250/person
Rates are per person and subject to change. Must have a minimum of 2 persons, and maximum of 8 persons for this trip.
Included in the Boundary Waters BWCA Guided Wolf Howling Package:
- One night bunkhouse lodging at River Point on Saturday night July
19, July 26, August 2, 9, or August 16 prior to the canoe trip.
- Breakfast the morning of the start of the canoe trip.
- Showers before and after the canoe trip.
- 6 Day complete outfitting with the Comfort Plus Package, kevlar canoes and food. (You bring your personal clothing and hygiene products.)
- Guide's Expertise.
US Permit, US User Fees, Tax, Fishing License, Bait & Tackle--if you will fish, Guide Gratuity, and Canadian Camping Fees and Remote Area Border Crossing ($30 CD) if traveling into Canada, are additional. Lodging after the canoe trip on Friday night at River Point, is optional.
If these dates
do not fit your schedule, or if you would like a shorter
guided "Wolf Howling" trip, contact RPO, or
consider the following 4-day, 3-night option:
BWCA Guided
4-Day, 3-Night Wolf Howling Package
Same inclusions as
the 6-day package. Set your desired dates. $745/per person
You may want to upgrade your "before
the guided Boundary Waters canoe trip" lodging choice to a brand new Chalet at an additional fee. Beautiful log furnished, designer inspired "Up North" lodging with queen or twin beds, full kitchens with dishwasher, gas fireplace in the living room, private deck with gas grill and scenic lake view! Most people enjoy staying a night or two in the Chalets both before and after the canoe trip.
Enjoy the world famous International Wolf Center in Ely, Minnesota on the day of your arrival at River Point (Saturday). No trip to the North Country
and the Boundary Waters is complete without a tour of this
important wolf educational center. The center has something
of interest for all ages.
The Wolves & Humans exhibit, along with many other fine displays, illustrates the wolf in an incredible, detailed, accurate, manner. Enjoy viewing the real live wolves that make the center their home.
Guides will teach you more.
Three new pups were introduced into the center's ambassador pack after being acclimated to adult male Arctic gray wolves Shadow and Malik. The trio was brought in to make the pack more closely resemble the structure of a wild pack. Grizzer was the male pup introduced and Maya and Nyssa the females. They are all delightful to watch as they all mingle together at the center in surroundings that duplicate their natural environment.
"Though now adult in size, the nearly three-year-old wolves still show their youthful nature---playing with each other, stalking ravens, wrestling trees, and always, always learning" says
the director of the Ely, Minnesota facility. Depending upon the level of interest of the group, wolf howling is also an option for the evening's entertainment! 
The guided Boundary Waters canoe trip will continue the adventure on Sunday, learning more about the great outdoor wilderness habitat of the wolf. Your guide will attempt to navigate the group into areas of greatest opportunity to hear wolves. It is an awesome experience! Time will also be available for swimming, hiking, fishing, sightseeing, photography, and just plain enjoying the relaxing and beautiful world around you.
". . . You have a great crew [at River Point]. But, Chris [Wolf Howling Guide] is a gem! He led 6 greenhorns into the wilderness and provided outstanding guidance and leadership. His maturity and capability in providing everything everyone needed was quite obvious. He is wise beyond his years. The trip was awesome!"
-Cathy B., Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Know that while wolves in the wild are abundant, there is never a guarantee that they will "perform" their vocal melodies for your group. There will also be opportunities to view deer, moose, loons, beaver, otter, bald eagles, and a multitude of other birds - so bring your camera!
CALL early for help in planning one of
these special guided adventures. Permit for the very best entry points into the
Boundary Waters Canoe Area wilderness are on a first come, first serve basis. We
will secure the necessary travel permit for you.
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Guided Canoe Trips
