Boreal River Expeditions - Expéditions Rivière Boréal

Days 1&2 of this week’s Mutehekau Shipu Rafting Expedition. Before flying inland to start the river journey, welcome to the Cote Nord (north shore of the Saint Lawrence Gulf)

1 - The group in front the La Maison de la Culture Innue

2 - Getting ready for an incredible morning and visit with Rita Mestokosho and Lydia Mestokosho-Paradis. Such a great way to start trip and start getting to know the river, region, and people!

3 - Magical mist. Looking out onto Parks Canada Mingan Archipelago National Park

4 - Breakfast on the beach: French toast, maple syrup, perfect Québec strawberries, and unreal sausage from Peabody Farm

5 - Beauty morning on the coast

The Waikiki Waves on the Main Channel of the Ottawa River — day 2 of last week’s The Ottawa River Wilderness Expedition with and crew.

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