Nature hikes and canoe paddles guided by Adam at some of his favourite locations. All excursions offer a chance to meet Adam and ask any questions you have in a small group setting. This year, we’re offering some new experiences in partnership with Land’Escapes and Grand Experiences. If canoeing is your thing, or you want to give it a try, join Adam for a paddle on the scenic Grand River with the option of a local pub talk afterwards. If you like how Adam brings history to life in his books, sign-up for a trek with Adam at Queenston Heights. If you’re looking for a more refined experience, join Adam for a hike and paddle to one of the most beautiful lakes in all of eastern North America, (no joke: it looks like Lake Louise but is in eastern Ontario!). This exclusive package includes an overnight stay at Viamede Resort, a gourmet breakfast, five-course dinner (and wine tasting for those interested!), and a sumptuous lunch on the lakeshore. It’s the ultimate combination of rugged trekking and refined comfort! All hikers/paddles also receive a signed copy of one of Adam’s books. Details on each below:
Grand River, Glen Morris to Paris September 26, September 27 with Grand Experiences
- Roughly 3 hour guided paddle on one of the most scenic sections of the Grand River
- Your choice of kayak or canoe, provided by Grand Experiences, including all safety gear, paddles, etc.
- Adam will discuss trees, plants, traditional edible and medicinal uses, survival and wilderness tips, and exploration history while on our paddle.
- Shuttle service
- Optional Pub Talk afterwards at a local pub in Paris, ON
- Space capped at 10 people
- Price is $265 per person plus HST (includes a personalized autographed copy of one of Adam’s books of your choosing and canoe/kayak rental, associated gear, lifejackets and shuttle service).
- All trips are rain or shine. We only cancel for lightning (and okay, really heavy rain).
- Participants can choose either the morning session (9:30-12:30 pm) or the afternoon session (1:30 pm-5:00 pm) on Saturday or Sunday Sept 26/27.
- Sign-Up and Full Details available at Grand Experiences
Nature Hike, Paddle, and Refined Comfort in the Wild with Land’escapes Sept 17/18 and Sept 19/20
- Guided Nature Hike to the stunning Blue Sea Lakes: unique lakes that look more like some glacial lake in the Rockies than northern Ontario
- On our approximately four hour trek Adam will discuss trees, plants, wild mushrooms, and anything else we come across
- Location is near Bancroft, ON
- Hike is fairly rugged, so hikers must be comfortable on rough trails in some sections
- Includes gourmet lunch on the lakeshore, canoe paddle, campfire, and overnight stay at Viamede Resort (the night before your adventure begins). Also included is a exquisite 5-course tasting menu dinner with wine pairings at Mount Julian restaurant on the resort.
- Hot Breakfast with full menu of your choosing before we set off on our adventure
- Exclusive package is capped at ten people
- Dates September 18, September 19, and September 20
- Price $800 per person plus HST, includes accommodation, five-course dinner and breakfast and lunch, guided hike and paddle with Adam, and a signed copy of one of Adam’s books of your choosing
- Sign up and full details at Land’escapes
Queenston Heights, Niagara Region, October 2026 October 3 and October 17
- 3.5 hour nature hike/tour, some elevation gain, “easy” difficulty rating by conventional standards, but still some good some cardio work-out.
Stunning vistas on our hike at Queenston. - Trip starts and finishes near Queenston Heights
- Adam will provide an in-depth tour of this fascinating site, rich in history and lore, as well as discuss trees, traditional edible and medicinal uses of wild plants, survival and wilderness tips, and War of 1812 history while on the route.
- $160 per person plus HST (includes a personalized autographed copy of one of Adam’s books of your choosing). With HST, it’s $180.80
- All participants must sign a waiver, and wear appropriate hiking boots and clothing (more details on that in the email), as well as provide their own transportation to/from the parking lot where we begin/finish.
- All hikes are rain or shine. We only cancel for lightning (okay, if there is really heavy rain we’ll reschedule).
- Participants can choose either the morning session (9:00 am-12:30 pm) or the afternoon session (1:30 pm-5:00 pm) on either day (October 3 or October 17).
- Email admin@adamshoalts.com to reserve your spot (space is limited, so don’t delay).
- Payment options: can be made by e-transfer.
SIGNED COPY INCLUDED WITH EACH HIKE!
