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Summer Camp at The Outpost (Twiggy's Adventure Camp)

A five-day, all-inclusive camp on Mississagagon Lake awarding three certifications in one week: ORCKA Basic Paddling Level 3, ORCKA Canoe Tripping Level 1, and a Cruising Canoes Wilderness Survival Basic. Days cover canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding (including a six-person board), fishing, snorkeling, swimming, hiking, bushcraft and food preparation. Founder Andrew "Twiggy" Twigg leads with guide Camper Ella; tents, sleeping bags, air mattresses and all meals are provided.

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Back Country Ice Fishing — Half-Day & Full-Day

A guided snowshoe trek from The Outpost out to a frozen lake the operator calls home to some of the region's best trout fishing. The guide drills fresh holes and sets up rods, tackle, bait, snowshoes, safety gear and a warming setup; the half-day suits families and a relaxed first try, the full-day extends time on the ice for a deeper trip.

$350 half-day / $550 full-day (up to 4 people)

Paddle the Trent

A professionally guided 12-kilometre down-river paddle from Hastings to Trent River, highlighting natural and cultural features along the watershed. Capped at 25 participants. The fee covers canoe or kayak, paddles, safety gear, paddling lesson, lunch and transportation; bring-your-own-boat is allowed by prior email. Meet at the Village of Hastings municipal parking lot at the end of Pond Street, north side of the Trent River at Lock 18.

$40 per person

Hastings County Portage — "Wine, Food and Adventure"

A full-day food-and-paddle itinerary out of Belleville/Quinte. Pick-up from Airbnb/BnB/hotel accommodations at 10:00, a canoe/SUP/kayak paddle at Vanderwater Park with a riverside picnic lunch, then a 13-tasting flight at Potters Estate Winery (all organic wines) and dinner at Signal Brewery. Transportation, picnic lunch, wine tasting and dinner are included; three-drink limit at the brewery.

$200 per person

Winter Camping Workshop — Learn-to-Winter-Camp

An overnight learn-to-winter-camp at The Outpost covering winter-camp setup, fire-building in both a wood stove and an open campfire, cold-weather dressing, keeping food and gear from freezing, and winter first-aid essentials. Includes an afternoon and evening snowshoe trek, tobogganing and ice fishing. Heated Esker tents sleep up to three; lunch, dinner, breakfast and next-day lunch are prepared by participants with all supplies provided.

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Canoe, Kayak & SUP Rentals

Premium paddling rentals at The Outpost on Mississagagon Lake: a Souris River Quetico 18.5 three-seat canoe (49 lb) with paddles and PFDs; Clearwater Designs kayaks (NuNu 9'6", and the broader Inuvik 13 with an optional Inuvik Angler fishing package); and the Inukshuk SUP — a wide, stable starter board. Life jackets and all safety gear are always included; vehicle straps and cushions available for the canoe.

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ORCKA Basic Canoeing Level 3 Certification

A condensed one-day course covering ORCKA Basic Canoeing Levels 1 through 3 in a tandem canoe — the prerequisite for Level 4 solo certification. Canoe, paddle and course materials included; bring your own properly fitted PFD. If a candidate doesn't meet requirements on the day, additional practice sessions are scheduled at no extra cost.

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Mother's Day Paddle Through the Trees

A day-trip paddle launching from the Highway 37 and 401 car park with a safety briefing, then a paddle through the trees to a rapids-side lunch spot and back. Boats, life jackets and paddles included; dress for the weather and pack a change of clothes.

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Bon Echo Morning Snowshoe

A guided morning snowshoe in the wooded trails near Bon Echo Provincial Park, open to beginners and experienced snowshoers, finishing with a hot chocolate. Price on the Square booking page.

Winter Hot Tent Camping at The Outpost

Per-night winter camping at The Outpost in canvas hot tents with wood stoves supplied; canvas-tent season opens October 16. Designated sites include "The Marshlands" (a large gathering site at basecamp, booked via airbnb.com/h/marshlandsoutpost) and "The Beeches" (queen bed with linens, fur pillows, cabin-sized wood stove and two Adirondack chairs by the fire, booked via airbnb.com/h/beechesoutpost). No pets.

High School Canoe Trips

Group canoe trips for schools, running since 2016. Trip format covers a safety and paddling lesson, paddle-and-portage navigation, camp setup and outdoor cooking, and basic survival skills (fire-starting with flint and steel, orienteering, shelter building). Fully insured; guides hold wilderness first-aid training. Contact required to book.

The Outpost Cabin

A two-bedroom cottage on Lake Mississagagon at The Outpost — master with queen mattress, second bedroom with bunk beds, fully stocked kitchen, wifi, and outdoor water-sport equipment available for rent. Booked exclusively through Airbnb.