NAMED AFTER THE MYTH of the sword and the stone, Excalibur is designed to be a young man's first trip away from home and a journey of self discovery. Guided by three of our most experienced mentors, the emphasis is on providing a safe, fun and empowering experience. During the course of this two week program, young men will learn the basics of wilderness living and back country canoe tripping.

INCORPORATING MYTHOLOGICAL STORIES and ancient maps, the group embarks on a ten-day canoe trip through the lakes and streams surrounding our island basecamp. Ancient forest, lakes filled with fish, wildlife, mountains and hiking trails, provide endless adventures for the typical 10-year old boy.

Whether it is learning to paddle a canoe with confidence, catching a northern pike, seeing their first moose, or listening to stories of the Hudson Bay Company around the evening campfire, these young men inevitably become seasoned travelers in the back woods.