Embark on a journey with Ben and his 14-year-old son, Weston, as they share their family’s passion for canoeing. Explore the art of raising children who embrace the great outdoors and develop an authentic love for paddling. Discover Ben’s insights on introducing kids to wilderness early on, crafting a family narrative steeped in the timeless joy of canoeing. Weston, growing up amidst these adventures, provides a unique teenage perspective on the joys and challenges of canoeing as a family.

Explore practical tips on involving children in wilderness canoe trips, fostering confidence through challenges, ensuring safety, and instilling a deep appreciation for nature. This dynamic father-son duo invites you to join them for an engaging seminar that blends storytelling with actionable advice, promising an unforgettable journey into the heart of family canoeing.

In various wilderness paddling areas, thousands of lakes are connected by thousands of portages, with a seemingly infinite number of ways to plan a paddling route. There is never a “perfect” or “one size fits all” route. What are the many things to consider when constructing routes that match up to your group’s abilities, interests, and timeline for the most safe and enjoyable adventure possible? Ben will share his own valuable lessons learned while planning and implementing dozens of trips for various groups. You will also learn how to use a variety of tools to plan routes, including Paddle Planner, a website that Ben created to make route planning easy and fun.