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Looking for fun, adventure, challenges on the Scottish rivers and lochs or on the mountains and crags this summer. Then look no further than Snowgoose!

What we do best:

Introduction to open canoeing courses from 1-3 days either on one of many inspirational courses. Or come with a group of friends to suit your own availability dates, the group¿s aspirations, needs & budget. At the end of a few days¿ canoeing at this level you should be able to independently take part in a short open canoe journey on easy water. Not only will you learn traditional paddling skills but how to tilt, trim and balance, pole, line and tow. No previous experience is required; you should be reasonably fit and happy to spend a full day in the outdoors.

River Runners. Improver and intermediate open canoe skills, an ideal progression for those who have mastered the basic skills and paddling of open canoeing. An introduction to travelling and moving water in an open canoe on local rivers grade 1-3 over 2-5 days.

Open canoe tours and white water river day tours 1 day tours on local lochs & rivers (Grade 2-3). A really brilliant confidence builder for those who have paddled open canoes before who want to take things a bit further perhaps on some local white water or take the opportunity to get out into the wilds for the day.

Wild Rover Tours & Journeys An ideal introduction to the ethos of the traditional use of open canoes for travelling, trading & journeying in wilderness locations - mainly unsupported and self propelled. Most importantly this is an opportunity to learn the skills of outdoor living and enjoy the wide & varied remote wilderness areas, which may only be reached by open canoe. We also offer an open canoe guiding service to those who are unfamiliar with the area. We can offer as an itinerary the Rough Bounds over 3-5 days (Loch Sheil from Glenfinnan, down River Sheil to Loch Moidart, paddle out to sea via the North Channel, round into Loch Ailort via Glen Uig, alternatively continue into Arisaig via the Singing Sands or Morar) or Paddle the historic Caledonian Canal for over 70 miles over 3-5 days from Fort William to Inverness.

Canoe Sailing Sessions A really exciting way to travel! Some of our open canoes are fitted with sailing rigs. We offer 1 or 2 day sessions to get you up to speed on this - learn the skills and practice on Day 1. Venture out on a longer day tour on day 2. These sessions are better suited to folks who do already have at least some open canoeing experience

Outdoor discovery and explorer programs and camps for clubs, groups, schools, community groups and colleges. 3 - 8 days. Specially designed paddlesports exploration & development skills programs which focus on learning how to live often in remote or wilderness locations, sometimes unsupported and mainly self propelled.

Available packages

Introduction to open canoeing courses - Ratio 1:8/10
½ Day £ 24. 1 day £ 35
Family 1 day tickets (4 persons) for 2 days £ 153
2 day (w/e only) £ 70 or 3 day (£ 105) day mid week. Price per person

River Runners - Intermediate & Improver Open Canoe Skills - Ration 1:6/8
1 day £ 40
Family 1 day tickets (4 persons) for 2 days £ 153
2 day (w/e only) £ 80 or 3 day (£ 110) or 5 day ( £180) mid week. Price per person

Open Canoe Tours & White Water River Day Tours.
1 day £ 40
Family 1 day tickets (4 persons) for 2 days £ 153

Other activities available

     

Useful info

Equipment provided?

All technical paddling gear/ equipment ¿

What do I need to wear?

We will provide a full personal equipment list.
Suitable outdoor paddling clothing (light weight wind & waterproof outer garments if you have them or paddling cagoule). Some sort of old trainers/short wellies, which you do not mind getting wet, or proper wet feet. We are happy to give advice on this ¿ you can hire when you get here ¿ before spending money on gear you may not use again! You will need some sort of fleece top or rugby type shirt to wear under your cagoule / wet suit plus warm tracksuit type bottoms.

What do I need to bring?

Although we do provide dry bags it is useful to bring a waterproof day sac to carry your "butties" and a drink to have at mid-day. You will need a spare fleece/ sweater plus a complete change of dry clothing and towel. Bring any of your own technical gear if you have it plus a map and compass.

When can I do it?

The Scottish rivers and lochs are always open for business for open canoe paddling on rivers and lochs ¿ but it does get a bit cold from December to March!

Is there a pub nearby?

A 2-minute stagger in the village of Corpach at the SW end of the Caledonian Canal!