Devon canoe shuttle and Genesee canoe shuttle. We supply the boat and your transportation to the river.
WEEKENDS ONLY from June to September, average 5 hours.
EVERY SATURDAY OR SUNDAY: paddle from Devon back to Edmonton
EVERY SATURDAY: paddle from Genesee back to Devon.
Chose from these three great routes:
- Paddle from Devon to Edmonton - shuttles depart from Emily Murphy Park in Edmonton (south shore of the river) at 9am.
Drive into the park and turn left at the T-intersection. We meet in the parking lot next to the Groat Road Bridge. From there you and your gear will be transported by van to Devon. We anticipate arrival at Devon at approximately 10 am. Here your 2-person canoe is waiting and you begin your journey down river at your leisure.
PRICES:
$100.00 for two adults in one canoe or kayak.
($35.00/pers. plus $30.00 for the canoe or kayak).
$90.00 for one adult and one child under 12 in one canoe.
$35.00 for a third person on a folding seat.
$50.00 for 1 person in solo kayak.
- Paddle from Genesee to Devon - shuttles depart from the Devon Bridge at 10am. We meet in the small park with the boat launch on the south shore of the river, below the highway 60 bridge. The shuttle to the Genesee bridge, your starting point, takes about 45 minutes. Bring your fishing gear and expect to see wildlife.
PRICES:
$130.00 for two adults in one canoe or kayak.
($50.00/pers. plus $30.00 for the canoe).
$115.00 for one adult and one child under 12 in one canoe.
$35.00 for a third person on a folding seat.
$50.00 for 1 person in solo kayak.
- Paddle from Genesee to Edmonton, 2 days - make it a weekend trip and we include a tent with ground sheet, two mattresses and one drybag for your personal belongings. Camping by the river's edge at the Lions Campground in Devon can be reserved by calling 780-987-4777. Meet us on Saturday at 9am at Emily Murphy Park in Edmonton and plan to be back here on Sunday late afternoon.
PRICES: $200.00 for 2 adults in one canoe.
$175.00 for one adult and one child under 12 in one canoe.
$35.00 for a third person on a folding seat.
$100.00 for 1 person in solo kayak.
All prices include GST
- CANCELLATON POLICY: These trips run in inclement weather, however should you need to cancel your booking you can do so before Wednesday 6:00 pm for the Saturday trips and receive a full refund.
You can cancel by Thursday 6:00 pm for the Sunday trips and receive a full refund.
Travel time: It is difficult to calculate the exact amount of time it will take for you to travel down the river Edmonton. The river tends to run at different speeds depending on the flow of water at different times of year.
The following times are approximations:
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HIGH FLOW |
MED. FLOW |
LOW FLOW |
| Genesee to Devon |
4.5 hours |
5 hours |
6 hours |
| Genesee to Lions Campground in Devon |
5 hours |
5.5 hours |
6.5 hours |
| Devon to Big Island |
2 hours |
2.5 hours |
3.5 hours |
| Big Island to Terwillegar Park |
1 hour |
1.5 hours |
2 hours |
| Terwilleger Park to Whitemud Park |
30 min. |
45 min. |
1 hour |
| Whitemud Park to Emily Murphy Park |
30 min. |
45 min. |
1 hour |
The trip from the Genesee bridge to Edmonton is a wonderful weekend outing for the whole family. Check above for prices or give us a call for more details.
Equipment
In order to prepare the equipment arrangements must be made at least 1 working day prior to departure.
The following items are all included in the rental package:
- 1 canoe, 2 paddles
- 1 life vest per person
- 1 throw rope
- 1 whistle
- 1 bailer
- A rental agreement must be signed upon receipt of equipment
- Please inform us of your approximate finish time.
- You will be responsible to lock up all rental gear upon arrival at the end of your journey.
- Your driver will supply you with the appropriate lock-up details.
- All rental gear and boats must be returned to the starting point. Personal equipment and other gear you feel is necessary will be your responsibility, ie. water, food, rain gear, sun screen, etc.
A Visa or MasterCard imprint is required.
If you are planning to stop at Big Island, there is no shelter, no water and no fire wood.
Other Information: This shuttle runs in inclement weather, however should you need to contact anyone prior to the program regarding cancellation or inclement weather, call us at 780-470-5352. |
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NOTE:
Edmonton Canoe will not be held responsible for you or your personal effects. Participation is at your own risk and one must sign a waiver. Should you have concerns regarding your abilities we recommend you take an appropriate introductory canoeing course prior to this unguided trip.
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