The Rideau Canal is a 126-mile / 202-km waterway connecting Lake Ontario's Kingston to Ottawa, our Nation's Capitol. The waterway route was the creation of Britain's Lieutenant Colonel John By in the wake of the U.S. / Canada War of 1812 as a wartime supply route alternative to the international boundary of the St. Lawrence River. It's 47 locks; blockhouses and dams are considered one of the greatest engineering feats of the 19^th century. UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) declared the Rideau Canal System a "World Heritage Site" in 2007. 

Our Rideau Canal kayak tour concentrates on the routes most scenic 12-km stretch from historic Jones Falls to beautiful Chaffey's Locks!

Your adventure begins at the historic 60' high dam at Jones Falls, but not before first exploring this beautiful locations 4- lockstations, steeped in history. Raconteur, naturalist and historian Terry Sprague accompanies us to describe the workers sacrifices and the difficulties engineer's experienced, while building this spectacular waterway. As we pass wind our way through several small lakes you will have a chance to watch the excitement of pleasure boaters passing through the old historic locks. Our leisurely paddle generally keeps us far away from the mainstream boat traffic as we remain in protected waters. The quaint and picturesque Davis Lock is the ideal place to stop to have lunch and use their facilities. After a relaxing lunch and brief portage we continue kayaking across Opinicon Lake to our destination at Chaffey's Locks. As we load up boats & gear for the return shuttle to Jone's Falls, Terry Sprague will lead you around charming and historic Chaffey's Locks to show you the sights. The tour ends with our treat; an ice cream cone from the celebrated Opinicon Hotel.

Our unique paddle day combines Frontenac Outfitters 25- Years Kayaking expertise with the route's human and natural history as told by eastern Ontario's raconteur, naturalist & historian Terry Sprague (NatureStuff Tours).

Notes: Interest in our Rideau Canal Tour is overwhelming so space is already limited... early booking is recommend. New quality Sea Kayaks and 'ALL' Kayak Gear is provided. Please bring your lunch & plenty to drink. Minimum 6- required. Custom Tours and Team Building Groups are welcome!

    Enjoy our WOMEN'S ONLY Kayak Social!

A relaxing day of kayaking, swimming, socializing with other women and Oh yes... best of all Ice cream! After meeting at Frontenac Outfitters we travel the short distance to Desert Lake where we launch from the beach. Paddling north we wind down scenic Mitchell Creek into spring fed Birch Lake, which borders the north side of Frontenac Provincial Park.

The Frontenac Park region abounds with all kinds of birds and wildlife and was recently recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site; one of only 4 in Ontario.

 If we're lucky we just might catch a glimpse of otters sliding into the lake, hear the haunting call of a loon or see deer standing in silence along the edge of a lake. Our trip includes a leisurely lunch (you bring) and a refreshing swim before we make our way back. I almost forgot... ice cream greets us at trips end... you earned it!

Our "Kayak Excursion Tour" concentrates on the 'heart of the 1000 islands', a beautiful and rugged 20-mile (30-km) stretch. Our adventure begins west of Gananoque at our family waterfront beach property in the Bateau Channel. Traveling eastwardly we traverse through the islands before ending our day long trip just past the Canadian Span of the 1000 Islands Bridge near the Village of Ivy Lee, Ontario.

Blessed with incredible beauty and rich in history the native people called the 1000 Islands the 'Garden of the Great Spirit'. Today the 1000 Islands region is recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (1 of only 12 celebrated sites in Canada). The emerald waters, innumerable channels and 1865 islands are part of St. Lawrence Islands National Park, (Canada's fifth oldest and smallest National Park).

Note: New Sea Kayaks & 'ALL' Kayak Gear is provided. Minimum 6- required. Custom Tours and Team Building Groups are welcome!

"Cool, fantastic, what a day. Larry's knowledge of the 1slands, its history and local lore made a great trip even better"!

Tommy Yung - Toronto

The 1000 Islands Admiralty Islands Group is the most westerly group of islands in the St. Lawrence National Park. Our sea kayak trip both begins and ends at our generations old family property near Gananoque. We introduce you to the 1000 Islands Admiralty Group at a comfortable pace with time lots of time for lunch and swimming. Blessed with incredible beauty the native people called the 1000 Islands the 'Garden of the Great Spirit'. Today the 1000 Islands region is recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (1 of only 12 celebrated sites in Canada). The emerald waters, innumerable channels and 1865 islands are part of St. Lawrence Islands National Park, (Canada's fifth oldest and smallest National Park).

Notes: New Sea Kayaks & 'ALL' Kayak Gear is provided. Minimum 6- required. Custom Tours & Team Building Groups welcome!

"What a great way to explore the 1000 Islands safely & comfortably, we'll be back"!

Bernard & Leslie Leduc - Montreal PQ