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PLEASE READ THE REQUIREMENTS AND ALL DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO REGISTRATION

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: BY MIDNIGHT, 2 DAYS BEFORE THE EVENT (July 16)

Escape to the stunning Lake of the Woods region for a fun and collaborative Women's Adventure Weekend in Kenora, Ontario! Mosswood Adventures and Rentals and Backcountry Women are thrilled to team up again to bring you a fantastic opportunity to connect with awesome like-minded women and soak in this beautiful area on July 18th + 19th, 2026.

Imagine starting your adventure on Friday, July 17th (optional arrival) with a relaxed visit to the new Lake of the Woods Brew Co. Brewers Village for a tasty meal and refreshing drinks followed by a post-dinner walk to check out scenic Rabbit Lake. 

Saturday morning brings a chance to spend some time unwinding from the busyness of life with a 10:00 am dockside Yoga session with Lakeside Yoga Collective. Afterwards, we'll gather for a group lunch in Kenora with extra time to explore local shops, sights, and bites, then head downtown for a private Art Centre tour. The evening offers opportunities for connection and fun with an optional Retreat to the Riverside Retreat for a some waterfront fire time, accompanied by s'mores; possibly even a chill sunset paddle.

Sunday offers a fun lakeside experience! We'll be heading out on the water via a shuttle across the lake to Coney Island where we'll immerse ourselves in the joy of adventure and connection. Cue the yard games, sandcastle building, swimming or paddling (rentals available), snack shack visits and more. 

After lunch, we'll share a hike to Blueberry Hill. Explore nature, local birds, flora and fauna with a Nature Bingo activity (optional: BYO binoculars!). We'll have prizes!

This two-day event offers flexible overnight options, including camping, so you can choose what suits you best. We also have some gear lending options available for participants via gear library donation who might need a tent and sleeping gear. Reach out to Ashley to inquire about gear options!

• Event Leader: Ashley Moore with Victoria (Vic) Moss from Mosswood Adventures & Rentals.
• Arrival Time: Please see more details below for the timeline and overnight accommodation options. Please reach out with any questions.

Optional expenses not included in registration: 

• Water Rentals

• Personal purchases / meals / drinks

• Accommodations in Kenora

Expenses included in registration:

• Facilitated outdoor experience with two Outdoor Council of Canada certified Field Leaders, which includes a local guide

• Douglas Family Art Centre tour - including summer exhibitions like Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive with Dr. Roberta Bondar

• Yoga on the dock
  

• Shuttle service to Coney Island

• Guided group hike

• Group bonfire with lawn games

• Bingo activity supplies as applicable

• Various snacks *TBA

• Swag bags and prizes!

Kenora Accommodation Options to check out: 

• We have a campsite at Rushing River being held by reservation for those who would like to camp. This spot will be up for grabs on a first come, served basis and requires a $50 fee to secure your spot (2 nights). Two tents can occupy the spot. Please reach out at ashley.backcountrywomen@gmail.com if you wish to reserve a spot here.

• Overnight Options: Choose from a 1-night or 2-night stay for maximum flexibility. PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR SUGGESTIONS ON ACCOMMODATIONS TO BOOK FOR THIS WEEKEND. Regarding accommodations that could be shared such as cabins, if you would like to share with another participant please reach out at ashley.backcountrywomen@gmail.com - be sure to indicate if you are staying Fri + Saturday, or Saturday only. We will share contacts among participants to coordinate so you can book together.

• Wildwoods Hideaway (woman-owned) Prospector Tents, Tiny Cabins. Accommodates 4-5 people. Rates starting at $113-$123/night. Minimum length of stay required - specific check in and check out dates.

• Edge Water Beach Camp (woman-owned) Adults Only 18+ Glamping. 2-night minimum stay. Rooms accommodate 1-4 people. Rates starting at $129-219/night.

• Nature’s Inn (family-owned) Standard Rooms, Mini Suites, Deluxe Suites. Rooms accommodate 1-4 people. Rates starting at $129-$239/night.

• Kenora Bed n’ Bale (woman-owned). Glamping Bunkies, Prospector Tents. No running water. Outhouse facilities. Accommodates 2-8 people. Rates starting at $179-199/night.

• Clarion Inn Lakeside and Conference Centre Luxury Rooms. Lake of the Woods/City views available. Rooms accommodate 2-4 people. Rates starting at $399-$419/night.

• Additional options: Places To Stay | Stay in Kenora

If you wish to carpool to this event, please see details under the carpools section below.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the ancestral lands of the Ininiw, Anishinaabe, and Dakota Nations, and the homeland of the Metis Nation. Our organization, Backcountry Women, is based on Treaty No. 1 Territory, and we appreciate that this event takes place on Treaty No 3. Territory. 

• Overall Difficulty Rating: due to the factors mentioned below, this activity is rated a 2/5. This rating is subject to change based on prevailing conditions at the time of the activity, including but not limited to weather.

MORE DETAILS: Here's what adventures awaits you throughout this weekend (Note - these offerings are based on available time frame; subject to change based on conditions, leader discretion, etc.):

• NOTE: WE SUGGEST YOU SECURE YOUR OVERNIGHT STAY SOON AFTER YOUR EVENT REGISTRATION.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and other women who love the outdoors!

Carpools: If you are interested in carpooling to this event, contact Ashley.

Further details will be provided to registered participants. Participants are responsible for having a valid e-mail address, communicating with the event organizer regarding any changes in attendance, and for checking e-mail prior to an event.

*Please avoid registering until you can commit - canceled registrations are subject to incurring admin fees at your expense* This event allows cancellation no less than 7 days before start of event. If you are no longer able to attend, please see our Cancellation Policy.