Bwcaw Canoe Trip 2011

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Summer

2011

Extension Department

Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community

College

3/29/2011

Boundary Waters Canoe Area

Wilderness, Ojibwe Canoe

Experience, June 4th – June 13th

or July 25th – Aug 3rd



Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness,

Ojibwe Canoe Experience, June 4th – June 13th, or July 25th – Aug 3rd, 2011

Description

Summer in the Boundary Waters of Northern Minnesota. In our part of the country the BoundaryWaters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is identified as a true wilderness setting. It is a placein which to enjoy the unspoiled nature of the North Woods. During our trip we will encounter other paddlers, black flies and mosquitoes, but for the most part we should have thisextraordinary wilderness area to ourselves. The BWCAW is beautiful anytime of year, but sincewe are traveling during the summertime we are sure to see and hear wolves, bears, moose, beaver, otter, muskrat, and a variety of birds. We will experience a northern setting in which theOjibwe have paddled and lived for centuries.

Our trip will begin at entry point 16 Moose River Portage and will conclude roughly 70 milesaway at entry point 24 Fall Lake. We will experience six days and five nights of canoeing andcamping along a route that inlcudes rivers, lakes, waterfalls, pictographs and several portages(the longest portage is one mile). Our paddling should be no more than 10-14 miles per day withample time for you to enjoy nature.



Objectives

These trips are separate and they have several outcomes in mind:

1. Serve as an introduction to Ojibwe culture, and can serve as a model for the development of

your own inquiry into Wisconsin’s Native cultures.

2. Provide an opportunity to learn about Ojibwe culture in a wilderness setting.

3. Designed to have you begin thinking about “wilderness” and Native cultures and their roles inhistoric and contemporary American culture.

4. Designed to provide both leadership and teamwork experience.

Meeting these goals requires commitment and work that exceeds the normal load for a collegeworkshop. That being said these workshops offer the opportunity to experience an unforgettable

college workshop offering in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Materials

Each participant should consider the following texts and materials:

Canoe country camping: wilderness skills for the Boundary Waters and Quetico / MichaelFurtman; illustrated by Susan Robinson. Duluth, MN: Pfeifer-Hamilton, c1992.

Field Notebook/Sketchbook and drawing/writing materials (to be described at first meeting)

There will be other materials required for this course and a full list of required gear will be provided several weeks before our departure. Following are several items from this list that youshould acquire now. You will need a pair of hard-soled, over the ankle hiking boots/shoes whichare well broken in. These boots will be used for portaging canoes and equipment and must protect your ankles. You should have walked at least 50 miles in these shoes before the trip. Acamera and binoculars are also highly recommended.

Requirements and Regulations

During this course the BWCAW will be our classroom and as such we will require standards of behavior appropriate to the classroom at all times. Drinking of alcoholic beverages is strictly

prohibited during the trip. If smoking is required by some individuals it will be allowed during predetermined break times only. Finally, absolutely NO FIREARMS or LARGE RAMBOKNIVES (pocketknife ok) will be allowed.

The BWCAW can be a dangerous place. You will be expected to be familiar with basic canoeand wilderness camping safety protocols BEFORE we depart and to that end will be given asafety quiz covering canoe safety. The safety quiz will be administered approximately two days before leaving; a 90% score is required to pass - you will have a second opportunity to pass thetest should you fail it on your first attempt.



In conjunction with safety considerations, each person must be physically prepared to handle theoutdoor challenges associated with this course. You will be subjected to strenuous periods of exercise under harsh climatic conditions. To ensure that you will be able to participate in thiscourse you should be certain that you are physically up to the task before leaving. To testyourself, I recommend the following guideline - attempt to walk/run 3 miles in less than 40

minutes; if it's impossible, or makes you extremely uncomfortable, you should begin a seriouswalking program immediately.

Fees and Registration

Registration in this course requires the signature/recommendation of any of the following: DaveBisonette, Jason Bisonette or Mike DeMarr. Space is limited and will be filled by referring to a priority system involving factors such as Tribal Membership, extent of field experience and other factors. Applications for the Workshop/Trip will be available before the end of March in thespring semester of 2011. Applications and your deposit are due by April 29th. You will benotified of your acceptance into the Workshop/Trip by the first week in May.

The workshop is offered as part of the LCOOCC's summer workshop offerings. While there areno tuition fees for this workshop, there are fees associated with course travel and food. A fee of $40.00, payable to the college, is required of each participant. This fee covers: transportation toand from our field sites, camping fees, and all meals while in the field. It does not cover personal incidental costs such as snacks, souvenirs, additional book purchases, etc., and youshould plan to bring additional "pocket" money to offset such expenses. A partially refundabledeposit of $55.00 is due at the time that registration is finalized. Any unexpended portion of your travel fee will be returned to you at the end of the field portion of the course.

In addition, there are only 14 seats available for this trip, as we are limited by the number of

individuals allowed by our permits. We will take participant names on a first come first served basis. If there are already 14 people registered, your name can be placed on a standby list. If you are on standby you will be notified if someone on the main list has decided not to go.



Workshop Schedule (Tentative)

The workshop activities will be divided in the following way.

June 4th or July 25th: Skills Day 1 (LCOOCC)

8:00 AM Course IntroductionGear ListsRouteEmergency Contact Information & ReleasesLeave No Trace Ethics

12:00 PM Skills PortionDuluth Pack/Gear PackingTent Set Up

June 5th or July 26th: Skills Day 2 (Chippewa Flowage)8:00 AM Canoe Load/Unload

Paddle Strokes

Camp Selection12:00 PM Camp LunchCanoe RescueCanoe Portage

June 6th or July 27th: Travel Day 1

8:00 AM Depart LCOOCC3:00 PM Arrive BWCAW

June 7th – 12th or July 28th – Aug 2nd: Trip Days 1-6

7:00 AM Wake Up

Camp Tear DownBreakfastMorning ClassPaddleLunchAfternoon ClassPaddleCamp SelectionTent Set UpEvening MealEvening ClassPersonal time

June 13th or Aug 3rd: Travel Day 2

8:00 AM Depart BWCAW3:00 PM Arrive LCOOCC

Gear Turn InEvaluationsGear Cleaning



HOW TO REGISTERPlease fill out this form and drop it off in person or mail with

a check or money order at the Extension Department.

If you have any questions, please call 715-634-4790 ext 196.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

First name:

Last name:

Street address:

City:

State: Zip Code:

Phone number:

E-mail address:

Fax number:

Age: Gender:

TRIP SELECTIONWe will have two trips during the summer 2011.

First ChoiceTrip number: Trip date:

If my fi rst-choice trip is full I’d like to take:

Second Choice:Trip number: Trip date:

LCOOCC, Extension Department

13466 W Trepania Rd, Hayward, WI 54843

715-634-4790 ext 196

[email protected]

IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOUR TRIPUpon receipt of your Registration Form, we will send you

a detailed packet of registration materials, including a

medical form that your health care provider must fi ll out

and return us before your trip.

Until all necessary forms have been signed and returned

To LCO Ojibwa Community College, we will be unable to

guarantee your spot on the trip.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Ojibwe Canoe Experience

State: Zip Code:

Age: Gender:

Trip number: Trip date:

Trip number: Trip date:

PAYMENT INFORMATIONTrip fees include food, site permits, sites, and most

equipment.

Fees do not include personal clothing and other persona

gear or transportation to and from the college.

PAYMENT IN FULL

Non-refundable Registration FeePlus refundable deposit ($55) $ ________

OR

DEPOSIT ONLY

Refundable Deposit ($15). $ ________

TOTAL ENCLOSED $ _________

Personal Equipment ExpensesYour expenses for personal items should be fairl

minimal. Personal equipment includes footwear and

clothing. We’ll supply you with a list of items you need.

First Trip, June 4th – 13th ; Second Trip, July 25th – Aug 3rd.



BWCAW GEAR LISTPersonal gear should be serviceable, durable and simple. Special care should be taken when deciding the

quality and quantity gear that you bring. Remember, there’s no Walmart around the corner, and more

importantly, you’ll have to portage (carry) every thing you bring.When choosing personal clothing items, please keep in mind the varied temperature range of northern

Minnesota, where nighttime extremes may be in the 40’s and daytime temperatures may be in the 90’s.

Please follow these rules when choosing the rights gear:

1) Cotton Kills – cotton clothing retains water and is extremely slow to dry- AVOID COTTON

2) Everything you bring must be carried on your or your partners back – Leave the Sink at home!

3) Don’t skimp on quality, especially on Rain Gear and Wet Shoes

4) Murphy’s Law- If it can be broken, torn or lost-IT WILL – have gear that can be mended while inthe field

5) Ask questions – When in doubt about the “need” of an object - ask

6) If one layer of waterproofing is good, two is better – Completely soaked clothing is not fun,especially when it's already raining

LCOOCC Supplied Gear:

1) Canoe

2) Paddles*

3) PFD (wearable life jacket)*

4) Duluth Pack*

5) Camp Kitchen Equipment

6) Throw bags

7) Tents

8) Sleeping Pads (therma rests)*

9) Camp Gear, i.e. Tarps/Bear Hang Ropes

10) First Aid Kit

11) Sewing Kit

12) Filet Knife

13) Food

*Personal Gear may be taken instead of LCOOCC gear*



Required Personal Gear:

1) Wet Shoes (to be worn in the water and on portage)

2) Dry Shoes (to be worn in camp only)

3) Long Sleeve Shirt – Fleece (light or medium weight)

4) Long Sleeve Shirt – Fleece (heavy weight)

5) Short Sleeve Shirt x 2

6) Quick Dry Pants (nylon)

7) Ball or Sun Hat

8) Winter Stocking Cap

9) Quick Dry Shorts

10) Heavy Wool Socks x 2 pair

11) Rain Gear – Top and Bottoms

12) Sunglasses13) Sun Screen

14) Wide Mouth Water Bottle

15) Spoon/ Fork/ Bowl

16) Plastic Coffee Mug

Recommended/ Optional Personal Gear:

1) Fishing Gear

2) Camp Chair (crazy creek)

3) Camera

4) Hygiene Kit (biodegradables only)

5) Eye Glasses instead of contacts

6) Chap Stick

7) Sunscreen

8) Book

9) Medications in water tight/proof container

10) Money for the stop in Ely, MN

11) Bug Spray

12) Bug Shirt

Prohibited Personal Gear:

1) Fire Arms and Fireworks

2) Large Rambo Knives (small pocket knife ok)

3) Offensive materiel

Documents

Bwcaw Canoe Trip 2011