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Fun STUFF for 2004! Packrafting, Overnight Hikes, Climbing & Sailing...

This summer we have a number of fun things going on in the Bush:

• Packrafting Trips
• Youth Only Camps
• Overnight Hikes
• Photon Stoves
• New Trails
• Advanced Classes
• New Canoe self-rescue
• Sailing
• Climbing
• Meals
• Advanced Geocaching
• New camp T-shirts!

Packrafting: This summer we'll be running packrafting trips for all of the guests coming to HiLine Lake. Whether you're here for a family camp or youth camp you can experience the Alaskan Bush a new way with a packrafting trip. To learn more click on the above banner.

Youth Only Camps: This winter and summer we'll be running 4 Youth Camps. One 5 day Winter Camp and three 7 day Summer Camps just for you kids! With all of the exciting things to learn and try in the Alaskan Bush these camps are just what you need. From winter ski sailing and trekking to summer rock climbing and wilderness skills you will experience more out here in a week than 10 years anywhere else.

Overnight Hikes: This summer we'll be running overnights hikes to the river similar to the trips we've been doing in the winter. You'll enjoy the great hike to this remote river where we'll camp riverside, fish and relax in the Alaskan Bush. We'll run one overnight hike during each Family and Youth camp. During the Youth Camps all of those under the age limit for packrafting will go on an overnight hike.

Photon Stoves: This summer as part of our craft courses we'll be again building the backpacker's Photon Stove created by Don Johnston. You'll construct it from 3 soda pop cans, some mesh wire and a few other simple parts. This stove works better than the top selling alcohol stoves, is light weight and best of all...RELIABLE! You'll get great satisfaction from this course and an excellent stove!

New Trails: We are always upgrading and developing new trails within this pristine area treading lightly to provide hikes that are not only great to do but have an interesting destination. This year we are working on some great views.

Advanced Classes: This summer we are offering advanced classes along with beginner classes for those of you returning and for those quick learners. Some highlights: The bow and drill fire starter; Larger and more complex Birch Bark Baskets; Advanced GPS use; Advanced map & compass plus more.

New Canoe method: A new way to get yourself back in your canoe or kayak without dog paddling it to shore... You'll love the WET demonstration!

Sailing: Want to learn how to sail? We have a 13 foot Banshee sailboat waiting for your excitment. Our instructor has over a decade of teaching kids and adults to sail. Add this one to your activity list!

Climbing: We have a beginning rock climbing and tree climbing area here in the bush for this summer. While not world class walls, we have some small rock great for learning the basics, building confidence and skills. Ever try old fashion lumberjack tree climbing? We'll let you experience the sensation here at HiLine Lake.

Meals: As usuual, we'll be providing all meals and snacks including all of the food for the packraft trips and overnight hikes. You can still bring your additional food and prepare it in your cabin, but I'm sure you'll enjoy our bush cuizine (not as rugged as it sounds).

Advanced Geocaching: Geocaching has become a very popular activitiy. Involving a GPS and treasure hunt, it tests your skills. This year we'll be setting a geocache course for advanced players that may just make you scratch your head. Come and see how good you really are!

New T-Shirts: 2004 Summer T-shirts will be in and waiting for all of you kids. See you soon!

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