Course Overview
Every summer we help women find their river smile for the first time or reach new heights of paddling potential during our Women’s Week. Learn the art of whitewater kayaking or canoeing, surrounded by others who are at a similar skill level.
Our aim is to provide a supportive, fun-filled week to develop paddling skills and connect mind and body through outdoors exploration. Our instructors are inspirational women who love teaching the language of the river.
Who is this Course for?
Women’s Week is ideal for all skill levels – beginner to advanced. We divide kayakers and canoeists into small groups based on skill level the first day of the course to ensure the learning progression will suit your needs. Cis-women, trans-women and gender non-conforming folks are all welcome!
Itinerary
Course Location
Our wilderness classroom is the beautiful Middle Madawaska River, located a short distance from our Resort, and just south of the town of Barry’s Bay, Ontario.
Cost
$927
From $158 to $810. See below for various accommodation & meal packages
$329 (for boat, paddle, helmet, lifejacket). Individual items also available to rent
Accommodation + Meal Packages
Shared Lodge Plan* | $810
Shared Cabana Plan* | $810
Shared Glamping Plan* | $810
Dormitory Plan* | $675
Camping Plan | $585
Camping No Meals | $158
Check In
The evening before your course between 7 & 10pm
Check Out
Friday at 7pm
*For those booking for one for Glamping, Cabana, Lodge or Dorm: it is likely you will stay with other students of the same gender. As a wilderness resort we have chosen to not expand too far into our surrounding forest and therefore have limited indoor accommodations. To book a private room as an individual is an additional cost.
About our Meals
We take pride in serving healthy, hearty and delicious meals. As a proud member of FeastON, we source locally when possible and add our special touch with herbs and edible flowers from our own garden. Meals start with breakfast the first day of the course and include: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners plus an après-paddling snack.Coffee, tea and juice are complimentary. BYOB.
Locally roasted specialty coffee and homemade snacks can be purchased from our Riverside Shop & Café.
Group Discounts
We welcome groups of 5 or more at a discounted rate (conditions apply)
What do folks think of us?
I love Women’s Week. Instruction was fantastic. The food was great. It was really a lot of fun and I will return when I can.
Helen
I loved everything. The skill groups were well thought out, and our instructor was empathic and helpful. I am very appreciative of her willingness to accommodate and care to assure I had the best trip. The time on the water, painting, wine tasting and massage were highlights!
Josée K
MKC is a great training centre. I was challenged & supported. I grew in confidence and competence. The retreat provided wonderful nourishment for body, heart and soul. It was wonderful to connect with women from many different places to learn together and support each other through our love of paddling. Knowledgeable, patient instructors. Enthusiastic, attentive staff
Kathleen
Activities like the the watercolors and the wine and cheese really added variety to the paddling week. The atmosphere was very inclusive and fun! The food was amazing! Everything seemed to be prepared with love! The time spent on the river with my instructor was awesome. Her years of experience really showed and this made me feel confident
Dominique P
Women’s Week:
July 15 – 19
Can’t find your preferred date? Let us know and we’ll do our best to help. Contact Us.
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