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North Saskatchewan River_ Rural River Rentals Ltd.

NORTH
SASKATCHEWAN
RIVER

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ROUTES & TOURS

Want to paddle Big Lake, the Sturgeon River or North Saskatchewan River without the hassle of transporting your own boat and equipment? Then leave it to us and choose from one of our current routes however all options are highly dependent on water levels/conditions throughout the Season. 

All tours are currently self-guided - all bookings are for private groups

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ROUTE 1

START : Sir Wilfred Laurier Boat Launch 
FINISH : Dawson Park Boat Launch 

DURATION : 1.5 - 2 HOURS

  • 8 - 20 People per Private Booking

  • $60 / Person

DETAILS : 

This self-guided route starts at Sir Wilfred Laurier Boat Launch and stretches through the Downtown Edmonton Core. The shortest route out of our two downtown routes. 

  • NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE GROUP BOOKINGS UNTIL OCTOBER

Private One Way School Bus Charter from Capilano Park to Laurier (Additional):​

  • Weekday $100 before 2:30pm 

  • Weekend $200 before 6pm

ROUTE 2

START : Sir Wilfred Laurier Boat Launch 
FINISH : Capilano Boat Launch 

DURATION : 2 - 3.5 HOURS

  • 8 - 20 People per Private Booking

  • $65 / Person

DETAILS : 

This self-guided route starts at Sir Wilfred Laurier Boat Launch and stretches through the Downtown Edmonton Core. The best route for City views.

  • NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE GROUP BOOKINGS UNTIL OCTOBER

Private One Way School Bus Charter from Capilano Park to Laurier (Additional):​

  • Weekday $130 before 2:30pm 

  • Weekend $220 before 6pm

ROUTE 3

START : Devon Voyageur Boat Launch 
FINISH : Sir Wilfred Laurier Boat Launch 

DURATION : 6 HOURS

  • 10 to 20 People per Private Booking

  • $100 / Person + GST

DETAILS :

This self-guided route starts at Devon Voyageur Boat launch.  This is a full day of paddling and the route ends before paddling through downtown! 

  • NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE GROUP BOOKINGS UNTIL OCTOBER

Private One Way School Bus Charter from Capilano Park to Laurier (Additional):​​ $150 - $250

ROUTE 4

START : Genesee Bridge
FINISH : Devon Boat Launch
DURATION : 8 Hours on the water

  • 4 People ( 2 Canoes ) $400

  • 6 People ( 3 Canoes ) $600

  • 8 People ( 4 Canoes ) $800

Details

This self-guided overnight trip starts at Devon Voyageur Park Boat Launch where you park and then get shuttled upriver to Genesee Bridge. You can camp on an island for the night and float back to Devon the next day. This route can also be extended to Sir Wilfred Laurier Boat Launch if desired.

  • NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE GROUP BOOKINGS UNTIL OCTOBER

ROUTE 5

START : Berrymoor Bridge
FINISH : Devon Voyageur Boat Launch 

DURATION : 14 HOURS

  • 4 People ( 2 Canoes ) $600

  • 6 People ( 3 Canoes ) $900

  • 8 People ( 4 Canoes ) $1200

DETAILS : 

This self-guided route starts at Devon Voyageur Boat Launch where you then get shuttled upriver to Berrymoor Bridge. This is the longest route that we currently offer on the North Saskatchewan River.

  • NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE GROUP BOOKINGS UNTIL OCTOBER

ALL TOURS INCLUDE

Paddling Throw bag
Paddling bilge pump
Safety whistle
Canoe Paddle
Kayak Paddle
Lifejacket PFD

THROWROPES

BILGE PUMPS

WHISTLES

PADDLES

LIFEJACKETS

BOOKING & CANCELLATION

BOOKING

REQUIREMENTS

  • Deposits are required for all group bookings

  • All tours must be booked at least one week in advance

  • Valid ID and Credit Card are required to rent

DEPOSITS &

CANCELLATION

Free Cancellation if we are notified over 72 Hours in Advance of your booking date, otherwise you will lose your deposit.

We reserve the right to cancel/postpone rentals if the weather/water conditions are dangerous for boating.

Deposits count towards the total rental amount. To lock in your rental please pay deposits within 24 Hours. No refunds will be given if you cancel within 72 hours prior to the rental pick up time or don't show up at all. If you wish to cancel the rental you must do so at least 72 hours in advance to receive a full refund. If you wish to reschedule under 72 hours ahead of the booking time the deposit will be transferred to the new booking time. Severe weather/river cancellations will be made at the discretion of our team prior to the booking - this will apply for a full refund

INJURY & DAMAGES

  • ​Renters are responsible for any damage caused to the equipment or any other property during the pickup/rental/dropoff period. The Renter will be charged a fee for repair or replacement as determined.

  • Renter accepts full responsibility for any medical costs incurred as a result of the Renter's misuse, negligence, or violation of safety guidelines while operating the rented equipment.

WAIVERS

Waiver forms need to be signed by everyone participating upon arrival. (Copies are provided)

 

​​Full Waiver Download

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BOAT DETAILS

We currently have three boat options available for the North Sask Routes.

Adult Single Kayak ( 1 Person )

  • Maximum Capacity: 275 lb (125 kg)

 

Tandem Kayak​ ( 2 Person )

  • Maximum Capacity: 500 lbs (227 kg)

Canoe with Backrest ( 2 Person )

  • Maximum capacity: 800 lbs (362 kg)

  • Can also fit 1 child under 90lbs

Lifejackets of all sizes are available. 

Canoeing on the North Saskatchewan River

INCLUDES

  • Boat Drop Off & Pick Up
  • Launching/Disembarking Assistance
  • Equipment and route Overview
  • Transportation between locations available upon request
  • 8 to 20 People
  • Flexible Launch Times
  • Available Everyday of the Week Until Mid October
  • PRIVATE TOURS ONLY
  • Fully Customizable trips

THE MIGHTY STURGEON SHALL RISE

Rural River Rentals Ltd. 

26105 Meadowview Drive

Sturgeon County, Alberta, Canada

T8T 0K9, Treaty 6 Territory

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