Permit InfoThe lottery for 2011 Boundary Waters Canoe Area permits has begun. We were able to start putting in applications for permits on December 1st and we can continue doing this through January 15th. So, if you are an early planner and know when and where you plan on taking your journey, Bert and Drew would be happy to get you entered into this process. It certainly is the best way to get the permit you want for your trip. They will run the lottery for a few days starting January 16th and then starting January 20th, we can reserve permits on a first come, first served basis. Just remember that when it comes down to permits for a trip, the old saying is correct.....the earlier the better. Give us a call and we'll help you plan your trip and figure out the best entry point for what you want to do.
Quetico permits are available 5 months in advance of the date you want to enter. So, this month, we will reserve permits for May trippers. January will be for June trippers and so on. Call us for any information you need on Quetico permits and taking a trip into Canada.
New Canoe Models for our 2011 Rental FleetWe are always excited to offer our outfitting clients new canoes each season in the fleet and every so often we can add some new models. Here they are!
Wenonah - Canak - 16 foot solo
Wenonah - 17 Wenonah - this is the tandem canoe that started it all for Wenonah Canoe, Inc.
Both of these will be in the Kevlar ultra-light layup.
We have a many different choices in our fleet so if there is something that you have been wanting to paddle on a trip, make sure you reserve the specific one early. That way, you get the Wenonah or Bell that is your first choice.
Guided Group TripsWhat a great gift this would be for your loved one or friend! Call and reserve a few spots on our popular journeys and experience the Boundary Waters with a guide and all of our top-notch equipment. You just plan on getting to Ely on a certain date and we'll take care of the rest. Call Bert or Drew for all the details about these trips. Space is limited so please keep that in mind. Here is a list of what we have planned for the 2011 summer.
Smallmouth/Fishing Adventure - June 4-10 (only 5 spots left)
Quetico Kayak Trip with Dave Maynard - Jun 18-24
Bear Trip in association with the North American Bear Center - June 25-July 1
Women's Wilderness - July 9-15
Bear Trip #2 in association with the Bear Center - July 24-29 (right after the Bear Center's Lily Picnic)
Quetico Canoe Trip with Dave Maynard - August 6-12
Cliff Jacobson/Steve Johnson Trip - August 20-26 (only 2 spots left)
Howl with the Wolves - August 27-September 2 (only 4 spots left)
Autumn Colors - August 24-30
Piragis BlogFolks, there are some good discussions going on at our Blog.
http://piragisnorthwoodscompany.blogspot.com/See what we are writing about and join in. The more the merrier. Let's see the comment numbers grow and have fun reading what everyone is thinking.
Used GearThere is still some used gear left from the 2010 season. In the near future we will stop selling these items for this season so if you were looking for a few gear pieces to round out your personal outfitting, let us know.
http://www.piragis.com/usedboundarywaterscanoegearsale2010.html We (
Bert Heep and
Drew Brockett) are standing by to help plan your next trip into the Boundary Waters or Quetico. Call or email us anytime to discuss routes, reserve canoes and gear, get your permit reserved, or sign up for our group trips. We both love to talk about this area and get others interested. Come on up to the wilderness this summer! You won't regret it!