Hello! Welcome to Wilderness Paddling Adventures! Our company is owned and operated by Kathryn and Eren Howell, the folks who created Dog Paddling Adventures. In 2000 our pup Jessie inspired us to start a company that allowed dogs to accompany their humans on wilderness adventures.  The response was overwhelming, as has been the experience of tripping with people and their dogs on our year round adventures.

Over our years of guiding experiences we have realized that there are also many exciting trips that just don’t suit our K9 buddies.  We began Wilderness Paddling Adventures so that we could offer our terrific paddling adventures and wilderness excursions for those who don’t have a K9 companion to join them.

Some of the trips that Wilderness Paddling Adventures specializes in are whitewater canoeing, sea kayaking and amazing food and wine trips. These are designed to allow people to explore wild spaces with the confidence that comes with experience. No worries, just a successful wilderness experience.

All of our trips are tailored to adventure and exploration while leaving the city and your worries behind. Our food is excellent, the gear is made for the outdoors, and you benefit from the services of our friendly and experienced guides. Best of all, we take care of all the details, leaving you free to maximize your wilderness vacation!

Eren is a certified Whitewater and Flatwater paddler, as well as having a solid background in wilderness medicine and first aid. I obtained the Outdoor Recreation Technicians' diploma from Seneca College years ago, and have been enjoying the outdoors for as long as I can remember. I have been guiding trips professionally for several years in all seasons and conditions, and began my career working at adventure camps and wilderness paddling companies guiding outdoor experiences. “I have always appreciated connecting with the natural world, and the opportunity to share it with others brings a whole new perspective to the outdoors. "........Eren Howell

Kathryn is the business personality and driving force behind The Paddling and Adventure Company. She is the friendly voice and smiling face on the other end of your emails, and is always up for a good story around camp. She is the person who over the years has taken good ideas and turned them into amazing realities. "The goal of Wilderness Paddling Adventures is to provide a wonderful outdoor experience that is filled with adventure and exploration!"...Kathryn Howell

Kevin is our right hand man, trip leader and has been with us since the beginning. An avid outdoor enthusiast he has been hiking, and paddling on flat and white water for years. Kevin's love for the outdoors has lead him to obtain his Advanced Wilderness First Aid, Pet First Aid, and most recent - CRCA/ORCA Sea Kayaking level II. He is a great team leader and always there to help a client, or share in a great camp fire story. "My hope is that we are able to explore new and exciting destinations while teaching our clients new founded skills that they can use for years to come!"...Kevin Moore

 

 

Donna brings over 25 years of paddling and guiding experience with her on every adventure that she guides. She is certified in all areas of wilderness travel, and her passion for guiding outdoor experiences is absolutely infectious! When Donna and Rosie (her fantastic Border Collie co-guide) are guiding a trip you are sure to laugh, learn and succeed beyond your expectations!

 

 

 

Dana has been guiding trips for years and is certified in canoe tripping instruction and river rescue. Dana loves the outdoors and meeting new people, and her savoury cooking skills and mouth watering meals are second to none! Observing the natural world, huge smiles and fun times make a trip with Dana completely unforgettable.