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A big thank you to Yukan Canoe and all its team for making such great courses happening! I did the Intro in moving waters this weekend and I really enjoyed it. I loved the flow of the course, the opportunities to get familiar with moving waters in a boat and in the water, and the great guidance from a very skilled instructor. It was just such an awesome experience. Since then, I feel like I am surfing on this wave we missed. I am so grateful. Thank you Yukan Canoe and thank Natalie for your touch, making it fun and easing the challenge through your support and guidance. We did it!

Stephanie

Yukan Canoe Student

I just wanted to say how wonderful of an experience we had last weekend doing the intro course. The teaching by Nesha was on point - the explanations were always super clear and helpful. I felt 100% safe at all times, even at the jaws! Not only have I learned a whole lot, but I had a blast on the water at the different locations. I will definitely recommend Yukan canoe to others!

Anna

I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed my course this past weekend. Lauren is an amazing instructor - she was very clear and skilled in her instruction, patient, kind, and fun. I applaud you for being able to carry on the courses in the midst of Covid and appreciate all the extra effort and work this must be for you and all your staff. Thank you!

Sarah

Hi Trevor! Ron and I really enjoyed the paddling course last night. You are a wonderful teacher and we came away with more confidence and ready to canoe with the wind. Thanks again.

Ron and Paulette

Students

I just wanted to say how incredibly rewarding an experience it was to do the intro to moving water course with your company. Nesha (and Mave) were absolutely incredible. I can't say enough about how enjoyable it was and knowledgeable your guides were. It was a perfect course, perfect progression, and perfection execution. I have absolutely no constructive critique, because there was nothing I would change. I would highly recommend it and so pleased we did it!

Dennis Zimmermann and Family

Please send my thanks to Haley and Trevor for the recent solo canoe course. What a great training company----I loved the instruction/support as well as the layout and scaffolding of skills throughout the sessions. I've taken other paddle course before (other companies in YT) and they don't compare to the quality of this training. Honestly!!! I was super impressed...and I did the jaws! yeahhhhhh! I don't think I would have felt comfortable doing that if the course hadn't been so thorough. It completely built my confidence on the water, especially knowing that I have major anxiety! That's saying something.... 🙂

Erica Bourdon

MA TESOL, BEd AdEd, BA

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Cole Merrill

02:22 20 Aug 24

I took the Lapie River course this June. The course was very well organized and ran smoothly. The instructors were super knowledgeable and provided detailed feedback. This is an excellent course if you want to level up your whitewater skills.

Sara Battaglia

00:44 12 Aug 24

Big fan of the courses I've taken through Yukan Canoe. They're well organized by knowledgeable instructors and super fun. Great way to build your confidence and skills on the water!

Danusia Kanachowski

06:16 09 Jul 24

I have previously done the Lapie Extravaganza in canoes with Yukan Canoe and this summer did a swiftwater rescue course and Packrafting at the Lapie. I have known and paddled with Trevor for years. He is an excellent instructor with great judgement about people and where they are at with their skills and how to provide experiences that progress their skills. He hires and trains great instructors. He also just makes padding and being on the water fun!I really encourage anyone contemplating on taking a course with Yukan Canoe to do so…there is always something to learn or re-learn no matter your skill level.

Sarah S

04:42 25 Jun 24

Completed the intro to moving water canoe course with instructors Dayna and Jordain. Enjoyed every bit and felt that I walked away from it as a much stronger paddler. Well run weekend program from start to finish. Thanks yukan canoe team!

Barbara Scheck

06:17 18 Jun 24

I took the Whitewater Fundamentals, 2 and a half days, my 3rd course with Yukan Canoe. Everyone on the course was going on a trip later in the summer and we were all looking to hone our skills and master back ferries. Trevor gave us lots of opportunities to practice as well as mixing up the group so everyone had time in the bow and stern. Thank you!

Ryan Kinna

04:46 18 Jun 24

This review is through my wife, Meghann, who took the Pack Raft 102 course with Yukan Canoe in June 2024. It was well organized and communication was clear leading up to the course. Jordain, the instructor, was patient and explained concepts clearly. He was able to balance the learning needs of the students with effective risk management. There was lots of opportunity to do more to learn and he was really helpful with troubleshooting gear. Overall, would highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to paddle thown boat but doesn't want to kayak. Pack rafts are so awesome and fun!

Annie Young

00:33 17 Jun 24

I recently completed the Level 2 canoe course with Trevor. I left the course feeling like my skills and confidence significantly improved because of Trevor's excellent progressive instruction. He was always able to thoroughly explain and demo each skill, and allowed plenty of time to practice before the rivers increased in difficulty. He was also very mindful of safety and comfort levels throughout the course. I highly recommend Yukan Canoe for anyone looking to get into whitewater as well as anyone wanting to continue developing skills.

Andrea Altherr

04:29 16 Jun 24

Our group of 9 friends just completed a customized river rescue course with Trevor and Jordan. Trevor is a very gifted instructor and we all learned so much while we had fun also! It was a great confidence building experience in a very safe environment that allowed us to explore our own boundaries and push ourselves. Thank you Trevor and Jordan for this great course.

Kenny Liu

18:02 22 May 23

We took the course Intro to Moving Water May 18-21. Great instructors: Trevor, Dave, and Leah. Lots of time on the water learning. I went in with no knowledge of canoeing or rivers and left feeling confident in the basics. Great time overall.

Jill Delaney

02:31 31 May 21

I took my first course with Trevor and Yukan Canoe back in 2014, and have continued to build my competence and confidence by taking more courses over the years.I have done two courses with Yukan Canoe this year and have really enjoyed both of them. I took Intro to Solo Playboating, and appreciated Julia's instruction, encouragement and useful feedback. The course was fun, responded to our needs as learners, and all of the participants of the course seemed to leave feeling more confident in their abilities. I look forward to practicing my skills and taking the Intermediate Solo Playboating course next year.This past weekend, I participated in a Swift Water Rescue course taught by Trevor and Lauren. The instruction was excellent, with lots of opportunities for practice and fun. A highlight for me from the course was participating in swimming drills, and refreshing my knowledge of rope work.Thanks to Trevor and his team of instructors for helping me build the knowledge and skills I need to get out and safely enjoy the beautiful rivers that flow throughout the Yukon.

Carrie Dinn

03:00 26 May 21

Excellent instruction from Trevor and Maeve. We joined in with a couple other families (10 of us in total), was the perfect group size for learning and bonding with our kids.

Evelyn Pollock

18:16 04 May 21

Lapie Extravaganza was a fabulous experience! Super fun, learned a ton. Trevor and his team are incredibly skilled and knowledgeable instructors, passionate about paddling and the outdoors. Set in beautiful Kaska Dena Territory, this course advanced our skills in a safe and supportive setting. Highly recommend!

Rhonda Wildeman

03:30 30 Apr 21

I took the Level 1 Moving Water Canoe course with Trevor in May 2020. It was my first time being in a canoe in a loooonnng time. I loved the course! Trevor was a fabulous instructor providing a good balance of support, encouragement and challenge. Yukan Canoe also did a great job to ensure COVID safety protocols were in place and followed. Highly recommend.

charlotte hedlund

17:45 17 Apr 21

I’ve know Trevor for 30 yrs. He will definitely make sure your time on and off the water is awesome. His passion for the outdoors is infectious and pure. I’m looking forward to the next time I get to paddle with my dear friend.

Mary Binsted

01:11 16 Apr 21

Hooked on Yukan Canoe! I take a different course every year and each time the instruction has been excellent, an achievable challenge with a sincere focus on safety. Se you on the water soon!

Nora Vincent-Braun

20:35 14 Feb 21

lots of friendly, knowledgable staff 🙂

Ashley Beggs

10:50 11 Feb 21

Excellent courses! A great introduction to the sport or preparation for a river trip. Every paddler should take Yukan Canoe's Lapie course!

Aislinn McManus

00:46 11 Feb 21

Fun learning environment to learn the skills to get out on the water or brush up on technique and safety before a trip!:)

Karen Routledge

04:32 21 Aug 20

I took the Level 1 canoe course here in June 2020. It is a fantastic course. You don't need canoeing experience to take it, but most people in my group had some, and the course is also a great refresher for anyone who wants to practice steering, eddy turns, front ferries, and basic self-rescue. It starts on a small lake (Ear Lake), and the last day is on the Takhini River (including the Rock Garden and Jaws). Haley taught my group and she was one of the best instructors I have ever had for an outdoor course. She was kind, knowledgeable, calm, and fun. I highly recommend this course!

Claire Rosalynde

20:02 22 Jul 20

Two canoe course that were great.

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