Wilderness Canoe Trips and Classes 2012
guided by Rob Kesselring
Big Bend National Park, southwestern TX
February 7-13
7 days and 6 nights traveling every day and passing through two spectacular canyons...warm, sunny, gentle rapids, hot springs, unusual birds, desert wilderness, safe, easy camping...
A Return to the Place of Fire
Essential Conversations for Instructional Leaders
April 2 - April 6 The Buffalo River, Arkansas
Springtime in the Ozarks
5 days and 4 nights downstream on the crystal clear Buffalo River... Rob teams up with former Outward Bound Instructor and current Indiana teacher, Darlene Patterson. We will travel through one of the most scenic parts of the Ozarks learning leadership from the land, each other and selected readings. Perfect for teachers, specialists and administrators, no prior canoeing experience required.
$599 by 1/31/2012 - $699 thereafter.
all-inclusive...limited to seven participants,
2 Graduate CEU Units also available from the University of St. Thomas Graduate School of Education
Bird Ecology of the Northern Forest
May 25 (9:00 pm) - May 28 (Noon) Memorial Day Weekend
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, northern MN
1 night at Sawbill Campground 2 nights in the BWCA.
Ornithological enthusiast and naturalist Sue Plankis
teams up with Rob Kesselring for a great canoe trip
-amazing bird encounters including species rarely seen in MN.
Camp, paddle and bird...fireside ornithology...unforgettable
Suitable for first time paddlers and experienced wilderness travelers
$399 by 1/31/2012 $499 thereafter
all-inclusive - delicious food, ultralight canoes, deluxe tents
1 Graduate CEU Unit also available from the University of St. Thomas Graduate School of Education
Men's Wilderness Journey
June 3 - June 9
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, northern MN
Six nights in the BWCA
Founder of the Heartland Circle Craig Neal
teams up with Rob Kesselring
to take 7 men on a guided journey of inner reflection and discovery
Suitable for first time paddlers and experienced wilderness travelers
$1895 by 12/31/2011 - $2195 thereafter.
Bird Ecology of the Northern Forest
June 12 (9:00 pm) - June 15 (Noon)
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, northern MN
1 night at Sawbill Campground 2 nights in the BWCA.
Ornithological enthusiast and naturalist Sue Plankis
teams up with Rob Kesselring for a great canoe trip
- amazing bird encounters including species rarely seen in MN
Camp, paddle and bird...fireside ornithology...unforgettable
Suitable for first time paddlers and experienced wilderness travelers
$399 fee all-inclusive - delicious food, ultralight canoes, deluxe tents
1 Graduate CEU Unit also available from the University of St. Thomas Graduate School of Education
A High Arctic Canoe Expedition
The Nanook River, Victoria Island, Nunavut
July 15 - July 30
Currently Full
A Return to the Place of Fire
Essential Conversations for Instructional Leaders
August 3 - August 7
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, northern MN
5 days and 4 nights in the BWCA traveling every day...Rob teams up with former Outward Bound Instructor and current Indiana teacher, Darlene Patterson. We will travel through one of the most scenic parts of the Boundary Waters, learning leadership from the land, each other, aboriginal pictographs and selected readings. Perfect for teachers, specialists and administrators, no prior canoeing experience required.
$599 by 1/31/12 $699 thereafter
all-inclusive...limited to seven participants
2 Graduate CEU Units also available from the University of St. Thomas Graduate School of Education
A Return to the Place of Fire
Essential Conversations for Instructional Leaders
August 13 - August 17
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, northern MN
5 days and 4 nights in the BWCA traveling every day...We will travel through one of the most scenic parts of the Boundary Waters, learning leadership from the land, each other, aboriginal pictographs and selected readings. Perfect for teachers, specialists and administrators, no prior canoeing experience required.
$599 by 1/31/12 $699 thereafter
all-inclusive...limited to eight participants
2 Graduate CEU Units also available from the University of St. Thomas Graduate School of Education
Inspirational, informative and lively programs set in a gorgeous "classroom". Safe, fully guided canoe trips with ultralight canoes, deluxe tents and wholesome meals.
To register, or for more information, call or e-mail Rob Kesselring.
It may also be possible to create a special customized trip for a leadership team, PLC group or a unique family reunion.
952.432.8884
rob@robkesselring.com
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agricultural policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. This institution is operated under special use permit with the Superior National Forest.
