Kids off Grid - A Deep Adventure Challenge for  ages 12-14

Location:  Waterhen River, Meadow Lake Provincial Park, SK

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Dates: July 13-17, 2026

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Cost: $600 (includes food)

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Calling all boys and girls who long to jump in with both feet and challenge themselves to discover what they are made for....  Enjoy camping, fishing, swimming and learning canoe skills with others your age. We start on the beautiful Lac Des Îles Lake and enjoy beach camping and learn canoe skills for the river. We will then paddle down the Waterhen River and navigate fun rapids and learn river skills. If you would like explore, learn and grow in God’s creation, come and join in the adventure!

 

The Deep Adventure Trips bring faith into the wilderness experience. This will include devotionals, prayer, testimonials and deep conversation around the fire. You do not have to have any faith background to participate or join the Deep Adventure trips.  It is good to hear everyone's story and learn from each other.

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You will receive a detailed email with all the information needed for preparing and planning for your trip.  If you have any additional questions, please contact Ang at 306-212-0115 or email ang@yfbc.ca

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** Location subject to change if there are wildfires in the area or if we are unable to access the location due to fires.  If that happens, we will find a plan B that is as similar to plan A as we can. We will still get out canoeing to another fantastic location.

Food: We include food on our Deep Adventure trips.  Please let us know if you have any food allergies upon registration. All participants will take their turn helping their leaders cook breakfasts and suppers on the trips.

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Cancellation Policy:  A $150 non-refundable deposit is required to register. The balance is due 30 days before the trip start date. No refunds on or after this date.

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Prerequisites:  Anyone who feels unqualified or has doubts and fears – just be ready to give it your all! No experience necessary.  Instructors can teach you what you need to know on your trip. 

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Itinerary:

July 13: We will meet at the Youth Farm Bible Camp (YFBC) at Rosthern, SK at 8am to pack up our gear and van. Please pack a lunch for the drive from home. We will stop to purchase snacks on the way up/down.  (bring along some spending money if desired) We will travel to Meadow Lake Provincial Park (about 4 hours) and put on the water in the afternoon.

July 14-16: We will start off on the lake and enjoy beach camping. You will learn canoe skills for the river and enjoy the beach the first night. After that we will be camping along the river as we go.  Have fun fishing and swimming along with great camping in God’s creation. 

 

July 17:  We will take off the water around lunchtime and drive back to Rosthern.  We will plan to be back around 5pm.

 

Cost Includes:

• All canoe gear (canoes, paddles, pfd's)

• Food from supper on July 13 to lunch on July 17 (you need to pack a lunch for the 13th)

• Transportation from YFBC

• Safety equipment (throwbags, first aid kit, emergency communication)

• Group camping gear (tarp, axe, saw, fire box, etc.)

• Group cooking equipment (pots, stoves, utensils, fuel)

• Experienced and qualified guides

 

Transportation Details:

You will meet the group in Rosthern, SK.  From there, transportation will be in a 15-passenger van.  If there is a better location to pick you up along are driving route (Warman, North Battleford), this can be arranged.

 

Medical Form and Waiver:

In order to participate in this trip, you are required to sign an Adult Waiver or Youth Informed Consent. You will also need to fill out the online medical form.