Since 1976 C.A.N.O.E. (Creative And Natural Outdoor Experiences Inc.) has been providing wilderness canoe trips to youth ages 13-17. Our program has been developed to assist young people to overcome a variety of barriers in their lives. Some of these barriers may include mental health issues, learning challenges and social issues related to school and community.

We will empower youth who face barriers in their lives to identify their unique and individual strengths and to build their capacities to chart positive futures for themselves and their communities. We will advocate for our youth and build broader support for alternative, dynamic approaches to youth development.

We use the outdoors, including wilderness canoeing, to create a transformative environment in which our youth develop life skills, social competencies, and resiliency, thereby fostering their own personal success. We partner with our youth, supporting them as they carry these skills and successes forward to manage the complex challenges of their lives.