"There are no words in the German language to describe how much I liked it..."

"The staff members are the best! He's like a best friend and teacher all rolled into one..."

Would you recommend PaddleFoot to your friends?
"It's the best thing I've ever done in my life. Yes, YES, YES!"

Sample Packing List
You wanted to see one, so here it is for a typical canoe trip

What about the food?
Nothing is better than a delicious meal made on an open fire...

Where does the trip take place?
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Still have Questions?
Then come and see our Frequently Asked Questions about this trip.

International Student Exchange - Ontario

“It was awesome! The leaders were very nice. We learned so much about nature and so many things….every day was a new experience for me and it was really great!”
~ Lena, International Student Exchange 2002

Each year, International Student Exchange - Ontario sends a group of approximately fifty teens, mostly from Germany, to spend two weeks with PaddleFoot in the Canadian wilderness. They experience first hand this beautiful country, known for its endless forests and wild waterways.

The first week of the program is spent in-camp where the students get used to the “rustic” lifestyle – living in cabins and eating in the dining hall. The days are filled with activity as they get to know each other while participating in new and challenging activities. They learn to canoe, try rock climbing, paddle kayaks and practice survival skills. At the top of the list is satisfying their curiosity about the natural world. And of course there are lots of games and fun!

Once the students are comfortable in their new setting, they take that next step into the wilderness and head out on a week long canoe trip. The groups paddle the waterways of Canada’s famous Algonquin Park on most of the participants' first ever canoe trip. Groups carry everything they need for the week long expedition as they travel from campsite to campsite – each group following a route designed for them. Seeing wildlife is not uncommon and calling to wolves in the evening is an experience long remembered.

At the end of the week, the groups return to warm showers and their cabin bunks for their last night at camp. The final campfire is a fun affair that wraps up the experience for everyone involved. The next day, students depart camp for the city and time with their host families as they ready themselves for classes.

Contact the Office more more details and how to register!

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