Kayaking Lessons

Last Monday I had the opportunity to go out kayaking with Jimmy Seabrook, our in house Kayak Instructor who gives lessons every Monday and Tuesday throughout the summer.

I have always wanted to learn how to kayak and I had an amazing time! Who would have thought that making myself flip over in a Kayak and doing self-rescues would be so much fun!

Having someone to instruct me on kayaking techniques has given me the confidence I needed to be able to take out a kayak on my own and I am absolutely looking forward to doing just that!

We have also had a couple of other people, either staying with us at the Wolfden or just coming up for the day, who have benefited from this great opportunity. There are definitely great things to say all around!

So, I highly recommend this opportunity to anyone who wants to learn how to kayak or to anyone who just wants to better their technique. It’s a lot of fun and the locations for the lessons (Oxtongue Lake and the Oxtongue River) are excellent.

To find out more about Kayak Lessons at the Wolfden, you can check out our website: http://www.wolfdenbunkhouse.com/

Thanks for the awesome time Jimmy!!!

The Algonquin Art Centre & Parks Programs

The Algonquin Art Centre has officially opened for the summer. I went to the Algonquin Art Centre yesterday to check out their exhibits for summer 2007: "Landscapes of Algonquin", "Wolves of Algonquin " and "Wildlife of Algonquin". Each exhibit has a great display of paintings and sculptures, it’s definitely tough to choose a favourite! Each artist captures aspects of Algonquin Park in their own original way and, therefore, there is a little something for everyone.

So, while you’re driving through Algonquin Park, make sure to drop into the Algonquin Art Centre. There is no fee to go into the gallery, though they will accept a donation, and there is even a great spot to sit outside in the Art Gazebo and have a drink or a snack before or after you set off on a hike.

The Algonquin Art Centre also has an excellent boutique with a variety of unique pieces. I definitely intend on going back there to do some gift shopping and maybe some for myself too!

In addition to checking out the Algonquin Art Centre there are also a variety of interpretive programs that are going on in the park throughout the summer.

I blogged more about these events previously, but here is a small list of some of the programs that are being held over the week of June28th – July 5th:
June 28th – "Insect Colours" (Algonquin for Kids program) at 10:30am
June 29th – "Canoe Outing"
July 1st – "The Black Bear" Evening program at 8pm
July 5th – "Calling All Birds!" (Nature Craft); Paint your own wooden bird house with acrylic paint and take it home with you!

To find out about more events check out "This Week in Algonquin " at http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/programs/thisweek.html

Interpretive Events in Algonquin Park

Hey everyone!

Algonquin Park is starting to host their summer series of interpretive events, which come out weekly through the summer till Labour Day. There are a ton of great programs available for kids and adults, such as guided walks, evening slide show presentations and fun games that will all bring you new knowledge and appreciation of beautiful Algonquin Park!

Furthermore, these programs are an excellent addition to any trip you are taking to Algonquin Park, whether it is for a day of hiking or a couple days of paddling!

Some of the events that are taking place this week (June 23rd - 28th) include:

The opening of the Algonquin Art Centre: Open daily from 10am – 5:30pm
"The Loons of Algonquin Park" evening program: 7pm – Sat. June 23rd
"Reptiles & Amphibians" Algonquin for Kids program: 10:30am – Wed. June 27th
Bird Walk with an experienced birder: 8am – Thurs. June 28th

For a more detailed listing of the events being held this week in Algonquin Park you can follow the following link:
http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/programs/thisweek.html

Or, you can pick up a copy of "This Week in Algonquin" at any of the gates and campground offices, at the Visitor Centre and Logging Museum or find it posted on any of the Park bulletin boards.

Kayak Lessons at the Wolf Den

Join us this summer as we launch into a new Venture at the Wolf Den: Kayak Lessons!
We will be hosting a certified O.R.C.K.A instuctor every Monday and Tuesday, starting this coming week, through till the end of August.
The course being offered is a Level 1 Beginners including Self -Rescue Techniques, on Oxtongue Lake. Lessons are 3 hours, including all equipment for a cost of $120.

Contact the Wolf Den to reserve your spot today
1-866-271-9336 or (705) 635-9336
wden@wolfdenbunkhouse.com