Join our fully certified Instructors for the lessons of a lifetime. We offer Wilderness First Aid Training in the Spring and Fall, Canoe and Kayak Lessons in the summer and Avalanche Training in the winter. Our courses help you build the skills and confidence you require for safe back country travel, enabling you to explore the Yukon on your own! Feel free to contact us for private lessons or custom courses.
Kayaking truly is a sport that anyone can enjoy! Our professional Instructors will get you started on the right foot with our Intro to Kayak, Intro to Kayak Rescue and Advanced Rescue Evening Programs. We pride ourselves on being safe, knowledgeable and helpful to make sure you are happy, comfortable, and ready to explore the beautiful world of kayaking. Plan to join us this year to find out why kayaking is one of the fastest growing water sports around!
Canoeing is often referred to as “art” as much as “sport”. It is a very traditional way to explore the lakes and rivers around us. Canoes are very versatile craft and with some training can be used to explore incredibly magical places. Whether you are planning a trip or just want to “brush up” on some techniques, consider joining our top notch Instructors for a ½ day or full day course. We’ll put you on the fast track to paddling!
Knowing what to do if things go wrong in the back country is an essential skill for anyone that wants to spend time in the outdoors. We offer 4 day (WAFA) and 8 day (WFR) certification courses for trip leaders, guides, instructors and private boaters who want to make sure they are properly prepared for any scenario. Up North Adventures is proud to offer Wilderness First Aid Courses from industry leader Wilderness Medical Associates. Please feel free to contact us for our course schedule.
Introduction to Kayaking
Have you ever wanted to learn how to kayak? Or just want to brush up on some skills? Join our experienced instructors for an evening on beautiful Chadburn Lake! This four hour clinic will give you all the skills you need to enter and exit the kayak, launch and land, basic strokes, equipment choices and trip planning. A perfect start to this exciting sport!
| Duration: | 4 hours | |
| 2012 Course Dates: | May 21st, May 28th, June 11th, July 2nd, July 16th |
6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm |
| Price: | $55.00 per person + 5% GST | |
| Includes: | Boats and gear provided | |
Sign up for your lesson by contacting us at school@upnorthadventures.com
Introduction to Kayak Rescue
This course is geared towards paddlers that have completed the Intro to Kayak Course (or equivalent experience) and are looking to learn about “what to do if things go wrong”! During this 4 hour course, we’ll cover a range of topics including clothing and equipment selection, bracing strokes, wet exits, buddy re-entry and paddle float re-entry.
| Duration: | 4 hours | |
| 2012 Course Dates: | June 4th June 18th July 9th July 23rd |
6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm |
| Price: | $55.00 per person + 5% GST | |
| Includes: | Boats, gear, wetsuits and equipment provided | |
Sign up for your lesson by contacting us at school@upnorthadventures.com
Advanced Kayak Rescue
Paddlers that have completed the Intro to Kayak Course and the Intro to Rescue should plan to join us for this 4 hour course. After a review of rescue techniques such as bracing, paddle float and buddy re-entry, we move on to more advanced techniques including towing, stirrup re-entry and an introduction to kayak rolling.
| Duration: | 4 hours | |
| 2012 Course Dates: | June 25th July 30th |
6:30 to 10:30 pm 6:30 to 10:30 pm |
| Price: | $55.00 per person + 5% GST | |
| Includes: | Boats, gear, wetsuits and equipment provided | |
Sign up for your lesson by contacting us at school@upnorthadventures.com
Yukon Kayak Fishing
Why Kayak Fishing? The answer is simple – You catch more fish! Kayaks allow anglers to access lakes and rivers that have never seen a lure, have very little fishing pressure, make no noise and create no pollution. Kayaks are safe and easy to use, require very little maintenance and are affordable!
This is your chance to learn all about his exciting new sport. Our course consists of 2 evening sessions and 1 full day session. It is designed to give you the fundamentals of both kayaking and kayak fishing and get you started in the right direction. Fish on!
Day 1: Introduction to Kayaking
This three hour course will give you all the skills you need to enter and exit the kayak, launch and land, basic strokes required for safe paddling, equipment choices and a brief introduction to kayak rescues
| Duration: | 3 hours | |
| 2012 Course Dates: | To be decided | 7:00 to 10 pm |
| Location: | Chadburn Lake | |
Day 2: Introduction to Kayak Fishing
On our second night, our Instructors will teach you how to fish from your kayak. Topics include casting, trolling, landing fish, catch and release techniques, and rigging your boat for maximum safety, ease and efficiency. We’ll be targeting Rainbow Trout and Arctic Grayling tonight.
| Duration: | 3 hours | |
| 2012 Course Dates: | To be decided | 7:00 to 10 pm |
| Location: | Pumphouse Lake (on Fish Lake Road) | |
Day 3: Full Day of Kayak Fishing
Day three offers the chance to practice what we’ve learned so far in our first two classes. Under the watchful eye of our Instructors, we’ll spend the entire day exploring Snafu lake. Blending our paddling skills with either fly rod or spin cast, we’ll be stalking Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling and Lake Trout. The days starts at 7:00 am at Up North Adventures where the van and driver will have the trailer loaded with our boats and gear. We’ll be back in town by 6:00 pm.
| Duration: | All day | |
| 2012 Course Dates: | To be decided | 7:00 to 6 pm |
| Location: | Snafu Lake (on Atlin Road) | |
| Price for the Full Course: |
$295.00 plus GST per person |
| Includes: | Boats and paddling gear, lunch and transportation on the 3rd day. |
| Excludes: | Please bring your own fishing gear and fishing license. |
To register for this course please contact us at school@upnorthadventures.com
Introduction to Canoeing
What could be more Canadian than the image of exploring a wilderness river by canoe? If the very thought fills you with doubt or concern, than it’s time for one of our ½ day or full day canoe courses!
During the ½ day class, our talented Instructors will introduce you to the “Art of Canoeing”. Before long, you’ll surprise yourself by quickly learning how to safely launch and land, paddle forward and reverse, turn both ways and properly load for a trip.
Our full day course starts with the ½ day topics and includes more advanced skills such as rescue options, reading rivers, basic eddy turns, river maneuvers and trip planning.
| Duration: | Half or Full Day |
| 2012 Course Dates: | To be decided |
| Price: | Half day $55.00 per person + 5% GST Full day $110.00 per person + 5% GST |
| Includes: | Boats, gear and equipment provided |
Sign up for your lesson by contacting us at school@upnorthadventures.com
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Being prepared in the back country is more than a Boy Scout motto. It’s essential for travel in the remote Yukon wilderness. Wilderness Medical Associates Canada courses are the industry standard for Guides, Instructors and Outdoor Professionals across North America.
The WFR is not just for people earning a living in the outdoors. If you find yourself in places that may take more than a few minutes to get help, this is the course for you! A full range of topics spread out over an 8 day, 80 hour course will ensure you are as ready as possible to head outside. Hands on training balanced with classroom work make this the most comprehensive wilderness medical course available. Several Certifications included in course tuition.
Course Highlights
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment Skills
- Hands-on simulations with theatrical make-up and video feedback
- Wilderness Medical Protocols: anaphylaxis treatment, dislocation reduction, spinal assessment, advanced wound management, modified CPR protocol
- Accident Management and Leadership
- Long Term Care of the Sick and Injured
- Improvisation Skills
- Basic Search and Rescue
- Patient Packaging and Evacuation Techniques
| Duration: | 80 hours |
| 2012 Course Dates: | May 7th – 15th, 2012 for WFR May 12th – 15th, 2012 for WFR Re-cert or WAFA Bridge |
| Price: | $895.00 per person + 5% GST for WFR $495.00 per person + 5% GST for Re-cert and WAFA Bridge |
To register for this course please contact us at school@upnorthadventures.com
Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA)
This 4 day, 40 hour WMA Canada course is perfect for recreational outdoor enthusiasts that want the basic knowledge to help them travel safely and enjoyably in the back country. Many common topics are covered during the class discussion and practiced in the field scenarios.
Course Highlights
- No Prerequisites and Includes Heartsaver CPR
- Long Term Care of the Sick and Injured
- Improvisation Skills
- Patient Packaging and Evacuation Techniques
- Hands-on training and simulations with theatrical make-up and video feedback
- Wilderness Medical Protocols: Anaphylaxis Treatment including injection training, Advanced Wound Management, Modified CPR, Spinal Assessment
| Duration: | 40 hours |
| 2012 Course Dates | May 7th-10th, 2012 |
| Price: | $495.00 per person + 5% GST |
This course is an excellent choice for people who want the fundamentals of wilderness first aid in an easy to understand package. Basic Certifications are included in course cost. To register for this course please contact us at school@upnorthadventures.com
Yukon Avalanche Courses
Winter travel in the Yukon back country can be both exhilarating and challenging…but it doesn’t have to be dangerous! Being prepared, recognizing hazardous terrain and making educated decisions helps you go out, play hard and come home safe!
We are proud and to offer the AST Level 1 and Level 2 courses taught by Avalanche North. Learn how to plan ahead, protect yourself and rescue others in the winter wilderness by taking one of these courses developed by the Canadian Avalanche Association!
Download the 2012 Course Schedule or Registration Form and please feel free to contact us or Avalanche North for more information.
