Wind River Yukon

Mountain River

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Dates

July 4 - 18,
Aug 4 - 18

# of Days

Cost

$9,595

Skill Level

Intermediate

Meeting Point

Whitehorse YK

Distance

280 km

Itinerary

Day 1 Friday, July 4th or Monday, August 4th, 2025 - Arrival in Whitehorse

pre trip briefing with guides at 5 PM at your accommodation in Whitehorse (to be confirmed)
dinner (own expense) and overnight in Whitehorse (included)

Day 2 Saturday, July 5th or Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 - Whitehorse to Mayo, Charter Flight to River

Morning van shuttle to Mayo - approx. 5 hours
afternoon charter flight to McCluskey Lake
headwaters of the Wind River

Day 3 McCluskey Lake - Skills Clinic, Hiking

canoe clinic: paddling strokes, maneuvers and safety procedures
hike the surrounding mountains

Day 4 McCluskey Lake to Wind River

short portage on path to creek which feeds into Wind River
paddle, scout & line down creek
continue past creek confluence, camp on the edge of the Wind River

Day 5-11 Wind River to Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River)

incredible scenery, hiking and class I - II whitewater - expect at least 3 days hiking throughout the trip
navigate easy rock gardens, corners, gravel bars and swifts in the upper section
hike to the surrounding alpine
pass Bear Creek; the current continues with more whitewater challenges caused by gravel bars, meanders and cliff walls

Day 12-13 Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River) to Take Out

paddle down the Peel River; there are canyons and good current, with some additional hiking potential
pass the confluence of the Peel and Bonnet Plume Rivers, navigate the geographically stunning Peel Canyon

Day 14 Thursday, July 17th or Sunday, August 17th, 2025

morning charter flight(s) back to Mayo
afternoon van transfer to Whitehorse, evening arrival
final dinner (own expense), overnight in Whitehorse (included)

Day 15 Friday, July 18th or Monday, August 18th, 2025

breakfast & check out of hotel
departure for home

What Is Included

Guides - 6:1 ratio

Accommodation

12 nights camping• 2 nights accommodation in Whitehorse (Day 1, 14) - double occupancy

Meals

All meals and snacks from Day 2 lunch to Day 14 lunch
Canoeing Equipment
ABS expedition canoes with spray decks and knee pads
Paddles, PFDs, throw bags, paddling suits and helmets

Camping Equipment

Tents - free standing expedition dome tents - 2 per tent
‘Kitchen’ - tarp, fire box, cooking stoves, utensils, dishes, etc
Containers for food and group equipment
Safety Equipment
First aid, safety, river rescue, and repair kits
Communications equipment (satellite phone)

Transportation

Ground transfer between Whitehorse and Mayo on Day 2 and Day 14
Charter float plane flight from Mayo to start of the trip at McCluskey Lake - Day 2
Charter float plane flight from the take out on the Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River) to Mayo - Day 14
Transportation of guides, group gear, food etc to Whitehorse

What Is Not Included

GST (goods and services tax): 5% of the trip fee
Personal clothing and gear
Travel between your home and the trip rendezvous and airport transfers
Any hotel accommodation, transportation and restaurant meals other than those listed above
Single occupancy in any accommodation listed above - please inquire with our office to determine pricing and availability
Solo tent - add $52.50 per tent
Any restaurant meals and shuttle services in Whitehorse (eg to/from the Airport)
Any additional personal expenses or costs incurred by Black Feather as a result of delays or changes to the trip itinerary caused by factors beyond our control – i.e. unsafe flying conditions, smoke, wind, rain, snow, fog, ice conditions, forest fires, water levels, travel delays, pandemic, etc.
Any costs associated with youremergencyevacuation from the trip
Gratuities - we recommend each participant tips $30-$35 per day to the guide team

What is the Food Like?

Black Feather’s menus are delicious and nutritious. Everyone helps out cooking meals over a wood fire or camping stove from a combination of fresh, dried and freeze-dried products. Breakfasts consist of cereal, fruit and a main course such as blueberry pancakes or eggs and bacon. At lunch you will enjoy a selection of breads (rye bread, bagels, tortillas) with cheeses, sliced meats or veggies ... and of course, good old peanut butter and jam, followed up by cookies or fruit. Dinner consists of hors d’oeuvres, a main course then dessert. Entrees include chicken stir fry and pesto / red pepper pasta. Perhaps we’ll have a salad and finish up with brownies or a lemon desert. On cooler days, a hearty mug of steaming soup is always available, along with tea, coffee, hot chocolate or cold drinks. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions you should contact our office. You will be required to assist in your menu preparation.

How To Get To This Trip

The Wind River trip meets and ends in Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon. You should arrive by 3 PM on Day 1, in order to attend a pre trip briefing at 5pm at your accommodation. You may depart on or after Day 15 (see itinerary on page 2).

The Wind River is known for its remarkably clear, aquamarine water. It has a more relaxed route than other rivers in the Peel Watershed, and this trip explores two distinct sub-Arctic topographies. It flows over cobblestone shoals and sand bars and winds through an alpine valley – with meadows along the riverbank and the mountains beyond. The paddling is fun, the scenery is exceptional, and the pace is easygoing. There is time to explore the area in a series of side hikes, and straightforward access to the mountains.

At the end of the Wind River, we enter the Peel River Valley. We’ll paddle a wide-open valley to the mouth of the Bonnet Plume River. Just below is the extraordinary Peel Canyon. Sheer walls, big waves, lots of currents, and exceptional birding make this a highlight. The final run to our take-out point goes past shale cliffs, gravel escarpments, and big islands. Great campsites and a steady current make for a very pleasant finish to the expedition.

This trip is run in partnership with our friends at Black Feather.

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