Moose River to the Arctic Ocean Expedition
Sat, Feb 15
|Cochrane, ON, Canada
In the spirit of snow walkers, trappers, and arctic explorers from the past, this is a real, high-adventure trip for anyone who absolutely loves the cold.
Time & Location
Feb 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – Feb 27, 2025, 8:00 AM
Cochrane, ON, Canada
About the Event
Join us for the ultimate adventure on our Moose River to the Arctic Ocean Snowshoe Expedition in Northern Ontario. Â This challenging journey begins with a ride on the iconic Polar Bear Express through rugged, snow-covered wilderness. Then we strap on our snowshoes and navigate the demanding terrain along the legendary Moose River, heading towards the historic outposts of Moosonee and Moose Factory Island. This is no ordinary trek; we'll forge our path through deep snow and frozen tributaries, tackling the raw, untamed beauty of the wilderness.
Prepare for extreme conditions—temperatures can drop to -40°F, and snow depths can reach several feet, testing your endurance and resilience. This harsh environment demands both physical and mental fortitude.
We provide premium, expedition-tested gear designed for these extreme conditions. We will haul all of our gear using snowshoes and expedition toboggans.
Each night, we'll camp in canvas wall tents heated by a wood stove, allowing us to dry gear and prepare hot meals efficiently.
This trip is for those who thrive in the cold and seek the thrill of the unknown, finding satisfaction in overcoming nature’s toughest obstacles. Expect to encounter wildlife such as moose, wolves, snowy owls, and curious Whisky Jacks who may visit camp for a handout. If you’re ready to push your limits and experience the extreme nature and beauty of winter travel in the far north, book your spot now! This is more than an expedition; it’s a test of skill and spirit. Are you up for the challenge?
Difficulty: ChallengingÂ
This trip is for experienced winter trekkers. You should be very comfortable camping and working in sub-zero conditions. You should be able to provide sufficient personal clothing and sleep gear as per the provided gear list. Everyone will be provided a toboggan outfitted to hold your gear and group gear. This is an expedition style trip which means we all work together as a team to help with camp chores such as tent set up and take down, collecting water, processing firewood, etc.
AS ALWAYS >>> A gear list and details will be available upon registration via access to the event group page.
All meals on trail are included. If you have special dietary restrictions, please let us know well in advance and we will do the best we can to accommodate.Â
Price: $5400Â
Required $700.00 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot. This deposit will be put towards your final balance.
Included:
- Expert guides trained in WFR and W-EMT
- All permits and permissions
- Train tickets between Cochran Ontario and Moosonee
- Lodging in Cochran Ontario 1 night before and 1 night after our trek
- All meals during the trekÂ
- Hot drinks at meal time during the trek
- Premium "Snowtrekker" tents
- Premium UHWM expedition toboggans
- Premium "Four Dog Stoves"
- Premium toboggan tanks
- Premium BEW sawsÂ
- Group med kit
- Group kitchen kit
- Purified water in camp
- Axe and saw
- Oth Misc. Group gear
Not Included: (Rental gear is available if needed)
- Personal gear (clothing, sleeping bag, etc.)
- Snowshoes (rental available)
- Sleeping bag (-40F down bags available for rent)
- Meals off trail such as food in Cochrane or meals on the train
- Transportation to our meetup location in Cochrane, ON from homeÂ
- Rescue/trip insurance (required)
Please send all questions to info@nowoutdoors.org