Sun, May 30 - Sun, Jun 13, 2027

Early Bird Pricing (Until Feb 28, 2027): $X (incl. tax)  | Reg. Pricing: $X (incl. tax)

Start/Finish: Vancouver, British Columbia

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ITINERARY

  • 2:00 PM – Arrival at Grundy Lake Access Point
    Meet at the Grundy Lake access point for introductions, a gear check, and a brief overview of canoe handling, paddling techniques, and trip safety before we head onto the water.

    2:30 PM –Paddle to Gut Lake + Portage into Gurd Lake
    Paddle through Grundy Lake to Gut Lake, followed by a short 190 m portage into Gurd Lake where we’ll make camp for the weekend.

    5:00 PM – Arrive + Set Up Camp
    Get hands-on experience with setting up your equipment. Learn essential backcountry skills including bear safety, water filtration, and cooking with a camp stove.

    6:00 PM – Firewood Collection
    Help collect deadwood for the evening campfire and learn basic wood processing techniques.

    7:00 PM – Dinner
    Group meal and lakeside downtime.

    8:00 PM – Evening Yoga  Nidra
    Unwind with a gentle, grounding yoga practice to stretch out from the day’s paddle.

    9:00 PM – Fire-Building Workshop + Bonfire
    Learn practical fire-building techniques, then enjoy games and group fireside chats.

  • 7:30 AM – Wake Up + Breakfast + Coffee
    Ease into the morning at your own pace and enjoy a relaxed group breakfast by the lake.

    9:00 AM – Rise and Release Yin Yoga
    A slow, grounding yin practice focused on gentle opening, deep rest, and releasing tension held in the body.

    10:00 AM – Free Time + Tarot Readings
    Spend time swimming, relaxing at camp, or simply enjoying the backcountry. Individual tarot/oracle readings will be available throughout the morning for those interested in reflection and guidance.

    12:00 PM – Lunch
    Light group lunch before the afternoon adventure.

    1:00 PM – Optional Paddle + 850 m Portage to Beaver Lake
    For those interested, we’ll head out on an optional paddle adventure from Gurd Lake into Beaver Lake via an 850 m portage. This is a great opportunity to gain additional backcountry canoe tripping experience while exploring more of the park. Those wishing to stay back at camp are welcome to enjoy free time at their own pace.

    4:00 PM – Firewood Collection + Optional Human Design and Astrology Readings
    Help collect deadwood for the evening campfire and learn more about responsible fire practices in the backcountry. Those looking for a slower afternoon are welcome to enjoy optional add-on Human Design and astrology readings ($17 each) from Michelle.

    6:00 PM – Dinner
    Shared group dinner.

    7:00 PM – Evening Yoga Nidra
    Settle into deep rest with a guided Yoga Nidra practice designed to calm the nervous system and support full-body relaxation.

    8:30 PM – Bear Hang Tutorial
    Learn practical techniques for safely storing food in the backcountry, including different bear hang systems and campsite best practices.

  • 7:00 AM – Wake Up + Breakfast + Coffee
    Enjoy an easy morning.

    8:30 AM – Rise and Release Yin Yoga
    A slow, grounding yin practice focused on gentle opening, deep rest, and releasing tension held in the body.

    9:30 AM – Tear Down Camp
    Pack up camp gear and load the canoes.

    11:00 AM – Paddle Back

    Paddle back to Grundy Lake Access Point.

    1:30 PM – Return to Access Point + Wrap-Up
    Unload, debrief, and say our goodbyes.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Maximum 6:1 guide ratio (Wilderness First Aid, Paddle Canada Moving Water Intermediate Skills)
    Two Certified RYT 200

  • 2x 60-min Yoga Nidra Sessions

    2x 60-min Rise and Release Yin Sessions

    Individual 20-min Oracle/Tarot Reading

  • Basic paddle strokes
    How to properly load a canoe
    Water treatment and purification
    Food preparation and storage
    Bear safety and camp set-up
    Hands-on gear demonstration

  • Backcountry camping permit (Days 1-3)

  • Tandem canoe
    Personal flotation device
    Boat safety kit
    Paddle
    Tarp
    Stove
    Fuel
    Kitchen utensils
    SOS satellite device/GPS
    Signalling devices
    Bear spray
    Camp saw
    First aid kit
    Water purification system
    Adjustable declination compass
    Physical waterproof map
    Fire starter
    Biodegradable soap
    Polycord

Download the gear checklist below to see what you need to bring. Checked boxes will be supplied by SHE Ventures.

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WHAT’S EXCLUDED

  • Ground transportation to/from Grundy Lake Access Point

  • 2-night vehicle permit, payable to Ontario Parks ($12.50 +hst per vehicle per day)

  • Backpack (optional add-on)
    Lightweight tent (optional add-on)
    Yoga mat
    Yoga props (classes will be catered so these are not required)

  • Breakfast (day 2-3)
    Lunch (day 2-3)
    Dinner (day 1-2)
    Snacks
    Coffee
    Tea

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations made 30+ days in advance of the departure are fully refundable, minus a 5% administrative and Square processing fee. Cancellations made outside of the 30-day window are non-refundable. However, all trips are transferable to another qualified woman aged 18 or older prior to trip departure.

A minimum of 3 participants are required to run this trip. Registrants will be fully refunded if 3+ people have not registered. 

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