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It is still dark. We can hear the gentle rain falling on the tent, the rustling leaves dancing in the wind, and Catherine’s sweet melody on the ukulele softly waking … Continued

We gently wake up at dawn. The mist is still floating over the lake and we already feel that the day will be warmer. Breakfast around the campfire is a … Continued

This morning marks the beginning of the great adventure. We are preparing our barrels, and waterproof bags; today, we will be on the water! After a short game on the … Continued

It is with great excitement that the entire group quietly met in the hotel lobby in Montreal. Some had flown in the day before, and some had arrived in the … Continued

What a quiet night compared to previous ones! No rain, no wind, barely any snoring. Towards the end of the night, I still had some cold sweat when I heard … Continued

The storm is behind us, but last night the gusts didn’t want to let off. I wasn’t feeling too brave in my tent when I heard the trees being bullied … Continued

This morning, while we were still sleeping in the darkness, I was awakened by thunder. What time was it? Since we don’t have our watches nor any other electronic device … Continued

When the hospital nurse first told me about the On the Tip of the Toes expeditions, I didn’t think it was for me. Canoeing for four days in the wilderness? … Continued

As a countdown, we began each in our own corner, in our own little heads, to put back the elements that would bring us closer to our reality. My way of … Continued

This Tuesday morning was our last morning on expedition. Given that Aurélie’s twisted her ankle before arriving at the camp, Mario, Simon and Olivier decided to accompany her and leave … Continued

When we got up, everything was frosted. Frost was covering the roof of the tents. It was chilly outside, the chilliest morning of the trip. The difference in temperature when … Continued

In the early morning, Dr. Marie-Ève, Geoff our guide and I went to the Lodge to leave a few non-essential items and also to pick up the recharged electronic material. This … Continued

The plan today was very simple. Getting up late, having breakfast without rushing, preparing our day baggage and leaving for the majestic Mount Assiniboine to share. So we left the … Continued

The morning tasks are becoming a routine. Everyone execute his or her task and some switches are made to accommodate one another. Before leaving, our nurse Julie and Dr. Simon prepare … Continued

Our game plan for the day was changed as we woke up. We were to hike on a gentle slope. That decision was made because the weather forecast wasn’t good. … Continued

The day began slowly on this Wednesday morning, as the departure was only scheduled for 9:30 a.m. We had time for breakfast, to carry down our luggage, to talk and even … Continued