kevinfre Posted March 18, 2007 Share Posted March 18, 2007 I'm tentatively planning a vacation for May or June. One idea I had was to spend a week or so paddling in Baja or British Columbia. I was wondering if anyone can recommend outfitters who offer challenging trips that are geared towards experienced outdoorspeople. It doesn't have to be in those areas - suggestions for other good paddling destinations are also welcome. I've done hiking trips with outfitters in the past, and while I had a good time, those outfitters obviously have an interest in making the trips accessible to as many customers as possible. I think I might enjoy myself more if I were on a trip that required more experience. So, if anyone has suggestions for outfitters or destinations, it would be a big help. Thanks, Kevin Fredette Red Current Designs Sirocco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin B (RPS Coach) Posted March 23, 2007 Share Posted March 23, 2007 Kevin, Check out the info on Scott Cunnigham's (slide show guy) area. Tops on our list right now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted March 23, 2007 Share Posted March 23, 2007 for Baja: Aqua Adventures in San diego www.aqua-adventures.com Many options for B.C. Try Tofino Kayak Co. (google: sea kayak British Columbia, or sea kayak Tofino.) or Body Boat & Blade in the San Juan Islands, Wash. State , www.bodyboatblade.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinfre Posted March 26, 2007 Author Share Posted March 26, 2007 Thanks Peter. The 5 Day Kayak Camp at Body Boat & Blade sounds promising. The website is a little skimpy on what they provide - i.e., do travelers do their own cooking, carry their own gear vs. skiff support, etc. Have you traveled with them or heard anything about them? I may just call at lunch today... Kevin >or Body Boat & Blade in the San Juan Islands, Wash. State , >www.bodyboatblade.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suz Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 BBB is well respected. I have a friend that has done a few trips with them. Their trips are NOT skiff supported but all is carried in the kayaks, food and water. A call to Shawna and Leon will let you know if the cost of food is included in the trip cost. Suz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterB Posted March 26, 2007 Share Posted March 26, 2007 Kevin, I have not traveled with Body Boat & Blade , may do so this summer when I will be out on the west coast for two weeks. I know a fair number of people who know them and reports are uniformly positive. Talking on the phone would surely answer your questions. A benefit to going with an outfit like BB&B is that while you are out paddling, exploring, eating, you can get great instruction along the way. I have always wanted to have some sort of combined expedition & instructional experience. Instructional workshops/classes by nature have some atmosphere of formality , but instruction threaded into an adventure would have a quality of its own. Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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