Currently run by the family’s third generation, Madawaska Kanu Centre was the vision of Christa & Hermann Kerckhoff. Winning the individual Canadian whitewater kayak title in 1968 the couple was inspired to get more paddlers out on rivers. The first whitewater school in the world was born. Modeled after the European ski school concept where paddlers are divided into skill level groups, good food, and a great atmosphere lead to the ‘Rapid Education’ we know as MKC today! The Madawaska River location became the River of choice with its technical rapids and guaranteed surface water releases providing warm whitewater all summer long.
Overview
Trip Highlights
- 5 days gives you time to master your new river skills
- the middle Madawaska has guaranteed warm water flows every Mon - Thursday
- mealtime is more than just delicious food - camaraderie & time to recover
Currently run by the family’s third generation, Madawaska Kanu Centre was the vision of Christa & Hermann Kerckhoff. Winning the individual Canadian whitewater kayak title in 1968 the couple was inspired to get more paddlers out on rivers. The first whitewater school in the world was born. Modeled after the European ski school concept where paddlers are divided into skill level groups, good food, and a great atmosphere lead to the ‘Rapid Education’ we know as MKC today! The Madawaska River location became the River of choice with its technical rapids and guaranteed surface water releases providing warm whitewater all summer long.
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Canoeing
Activity
- Whitewater
Experience/Service
- Instruction or Skills Clinic
Waterway
- Whitewater Class III
Destination
- North America
Length
- 5 days Days
Accomodation
- Lodge or Resort-Based
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Custom
Special Interest
- Family
- Women
- Youth
- Wilderness Gourmet
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Accreditation
- Skills Certification
Adventure Level
Itinerary
GPS: 45.414850° N, 77.756885° W
Meeting Place
https://www.mkc.ca/about-us/contact-us/
Barry's Bay, Ontario
MKC's 5-day courses start with a Sunday evening arrival, and finishes on Friday evening after dinner. Choose from different accommodation options, - meal plan and rental of equipment.
What Guests Are Saying
We went to MKC for the open canoe whitewater 5 day course and it was fantastic!!! Instruction was great, river was challenging, location was beautiful and food was delicious. We were beginners and others were more experienced but the instructors made it work for everyone. We can't say enough good things about it.
- Arcticbikers, YellowknifeLeave a review
Currently run by the family’s third generation, Madawaska Kanu Centre was the vision of Christa & Hermann Kerckhoff. Winning the individual Canadian whitewater kayak title in 1968 the couple was inspired to get more paddlers out on rivers. The first whitewater school in the world was born.
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Currently run by the family’s third generation, Madawaska Kanu Centre was the vision of Christa & Hermann Kerckhoff. Winning the individual Canadian whitewater kayak title in 1968 the couple was inspired to get more paddlers out on rivers. The first whitewater school in the world was born.
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The Madawaska River is celebrated as one of the best places in North America to learn whitewater paddling. Flowing past our front door, through a forest of hardwood and pine, the dam-controlled water is warm, clean, and dependable all summer long.
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Location
The Madawaska River is celebrated as one of the best places in North America to learn whitewater paddling. Flowing past our front door, through a forest of hardwood and pine, the dam-controlled water is warm, clean, and dependable all summer long.
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