Canoeing

Whether it is a simple paddle around our island, learning the basics of canoeing, or learning how to solo a canoe -Mi-A-Kon-Da has an outstanding reputation for its' canoeing skills program.

With over 20 cedar strip canoes, over 100 custom made ash paddles of various sizes and a magnificent 30 foot cedar strip 'war' canoe, Mi-A-Kon-Da provides campers with an exceptional opportunity to discover canoeing - which is an integral part of camp life.

All campers are encouraged to go canoeing and gain skills that will teach them how to be comfortable with the strokes needed to stabilize, maneuver and stern a canoe. Safety and guided instruction make this a fun skill for campers of all ages. Trained staff members help campers learn the essentials: forward stroke, back stroke, sweeps, draws, and advanced paddling strokes. Campers start with basic paddling skills and work towards being competent solo paddlers.