Boundary Waters Outfitters
Boundary Waters Canoe Trips
Family Trip Package

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is a great place to take the family.  Bring them up and show them the beauty of the Northwoods.

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Family Canoe Trip Package

The whole family need a vacation so why not bring them up to the Northwoods and experience the natural wonders only found in canoe country.  Swim, fish, canoe, camp and explore together, and when the days done you can sit by a smoldering fire and gaze at the stars.  This is the ideal package at a rate that won't break the bank.  This special is for two adults and two children under the age of 17.

Family Vacation Special - Discounted Rates!

Trip Length Ultra-Light  Pkg. Kevlar Explorer Pkg. Additional Children
4 Days $965 $1200 $250 ea.
5 Days $1165 $1455 $300 ea.
6 Days $1365 $1685 $350 ea.
7 Days $1545 $1885 $400 ea.
8+ Days $210 day $255 day $55 ea./day

That's a savings of over $200 off our regular rates!
rates are per family of 4
first and last days of trip count as full days

deduct $2 per person/per day if you bring your own sleeping bag
deduct $3 per person/per day if you bring your own tent

To Reserve this package call 1-800-777-8574

What's Included in these packages...


see our Ultra-Light Package...click here >>

 


 see our Explorer Package....
click here >>

Ultra-Light Package includes:   Kevlar Explore Package includes:

Traveling System:
Alumacraft Canoes
   -with comfortable yokes!
Carlisle Paddles
MTI Life Jackets (vest type)
Kondos Equipment Packs
   -with padded straps & hip belt
Map Case

Sleeping System:
Eureka self-supporting Tents
Large Tarp/Dining Fly
Self-Inflating Sleeping Pads
Slumberjack Sleeping Bags
Granite Gear Compression Sacks

  Traveling System:
We-no-nah Kevlar Canoes
   -with comfortable yokes!
Bent-Shaft Paddles
MTI Life Jackets (vest type)
Kondos Expedition Packs
   -with all adjustments & straps
Dry Bags for Personal Items
Crazy Creek Chairs
   -ultimate in camp comfort
Map Case

Sleeping System:
North Face or Kelty Superlight Tents
Large Superlight Tarp/Dining Fly
Full-Length Self-Inflating Pads
Everest Elite Superlight Sleeping Bags
Granite Gear Compression Sacks

Both Packages include...
Personal & Miscellaneous:
Personal Gear Packs
Stuff Sacks
    -for Your gear & clothes
50 feet of Utility Cord
    -light rope
Toilet paper
Trip Tape
    -small roll of duct tape
Portable Solar Shower
   -on request

All Trips Get:
Trip Routing and Detailed Maps
Free Parking in our Private Lot
Free Showers After Your Trip

 

Kitchen:
Our Exclusive Lip-Smackin ' Menu
    -with Fresh Food!
Ultra-Light Cook Kit with Utensils
One Burner Stove with Extra Fuel
Griddle (optional)
Dish Soap & Scrubber
Collapsible Water Bucket
Water Filter
Rope for Hanging Food Pack
Ultra-Light Aluminum Folding Saw
Axe (optional

 

 


What to Expect from your Completely Outfitted Canoe Trip...
When outfitted by Boundary Waters Outfitters you can expect the best in equipment and customer service.  We begin each trip with an orientation on the wilderness are you are about to enter (wilderness rules, map routing, fishing q's and tactics) followed by a full equipment and food review.

Included with each fully outfitted package is:
● Trip & Route planning assistance
● Entry Permit reservations
● All equipment and food prepped, packed and ready to go
● Complete gear and food orientation & detailed trip routing upon arrival
● Paddling & Map orienteering instructions (if needed)
● Free parking in our private parking area
● Continental breakfast the morning of your trip
● Transportation to and from most Ely area entry and exit points
● Hot showers upon your return
● Great Customer Service!

If you are using our How to Plan a Trip tutorial...

You are on Step 5 - Select Your Outfitting Package

You can continue looking through our Canoe Trip Packages and when you find one that fits your needs continue to Step 6.

To go to Step 6 click here >>

Call Today and set up a trip!  1-800-777-8574
We will walk you through the whole trip planning process - make route suggestions, gear suggestions and even secure all your permits for you.  We will map your route, pack your equipment, pack your food and give you a complete trip orientation upon your arrival.  Don't wait, Call today and let your Boundary Waters Vacation begin!

Planning a Trip:
Canoe Trip Route
BWCA Entry Permit Outfitting Package Menu
Overnight Accommodations Transportation Reservation & Deposit
What To Pack
 

above: paddling past towering cliffs

Outfitting Packages:

Outfitting Specials
Explorer Kevlar Package
Ultra-Light Canoe Package
Non-Profit Groups
Fishing Trips
Fly-In Trips & Packages
Family Packages
Guided Trips
Food & Canoe Packages
Partial Outfitting

Additional:

Menu - food for your trip
Overnight Accommodations
Transportation
Reservations & Deposits
BWCA Permits & Fees
Entry Points & Trip Routes
What to Pack

 Quetico Trips:

Quetico Trip Information
RABC Permit Information

 

Family Trips
in Action...


bull moose on island river


fishing at sunset


camp on Bald Eagle Lake


pushing off from the portage


More pictures in our
photo gallery >>

 

 

Click on the following links for more information:

Boundary Waters Canoe Area
BWCA info, wildlife, trip routes, photos...

Canoe Trip Outfitting
all our packages, rates, menu...

Non-Profit Groups
discount packages for scouts, churches, schools, clubs, High Adventure Scout Trips, and more...

Boundary Waters Fishing
trips, tips, tackle & more...

Guided Trips
the best way to go...

Quetico Trips
information on trips into Canada...

About Us
who we are, directions to our base...

Contact Us
talk to our outfitting staff

For More Information Call:
218-365-3466
1-800-777-8574

Good to Know...
It is important to note that BWCA entry permits are reserved on a first come, first serve basis so the earlier you reserve your trip the better chance you have of securing the best entry point. 


 

 Ely Weather

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Boundary Waters Canoe Trips

How to Plan a Trip
Step 1: What to see and do
Step 2: When are you going
Step 3: Plan your route
Step 4: Reserve entry permit
Step 5: Outfitting Needs
Step 6: Transportation
Step 7: Accommodations
Step 8: Final Touches

Just follow the moose...

 


 

Web Cam

Farm Lake Cam

View of Farm Lake

 

web pages:
Boundary Waters Outfitters in Ely Minnesota home page About UsContact Us
Boundary Waters Canoe AreaHow to plan a TripBWCA Entry PermitsBoundary Waters Canoe RoutesFishingWildlifePhoto GalleryBWCA Rules
Canoe Trip OutfittingOutfitting SpecialsKevlar Explorer Package Ultra-Light Canoe PackagePartial OutfittingNon-Profit Group Packages Family Canoe TripsFishing TripsGuided TripsFly-In Canoe Trips
Trip MenuOvernight Accommodations ▫  Transportation ▫  Reservations & Deposits
Quetico TripsRABC Information ▫ Links

A word from Boundary Waters Outfitters

Thank you for visiting our website.  We at Boundary Waters Outfitters are dedicated to our mission and to providing quality Minnesota Vacations to all who visit us here in the Northwoods.  It is our pleasure to serve you in anyway we can, whether it is planning a BWCA canoe trip, arranging a stay in one of the lakeside cabins at our full-service resort or helping you purchase just the right piece of gear for your next adventure.  Ely Minnesota and the Northwoods is our home and we are eager to share it with anyone who has the desire to experience all it has to offer.  With so much to see and do...from fishing, to exploring, to sunsets, the wildlife, to all the little canoeing and camping tips we have picked up over the years, we are here to help you make the most of your Boundary Waters vacation.  Thanks again for visiting our website and please let us know how we can help you with your Boundary Waters needs.
 sincerely,
  -Boundary Waters Outfitters owners and staff.


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